Murder suspects in Perth death investigation may have travelled to British Columbia, OPP say

Lanark OPP say one or both men wanted in connection with a homicide investigation in Perth could be in British Columbia.

Police responded to Last Duel Park at approximately 3:15 p.m. on Sunday, April 12, 2026, after reports of a person suffering life-threatening injuries.

The victim was identified as Christo Allison Richards, 34, of Ottawa; was transported to a trauma centre, where he later died.

As the investigation continued, police issued arrest warrants for Joseph Madore, 34, and Brayton Kennedy, 28, both of Ottawa. The pair are wanted on charges of second-degree murder.

Investigators say on Sunday, May 10 that Madore is believed to be in British Columbia and has known associations in the Richmond, Abbotsford, Chilliwack and Terrace areas. Police say Kennedy may be travelling with him or could still be in the Ottawa area.

Police reiterated their warning to members of the public not to approach either suspect if seen and to contact authorities immediately.

The investigation is being led by the Lanark County OPP under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service. Additional assistance is being provided by the OPP Emergency Response Team, OPP Forensic Identification Services and the OPP East Region Regional Support Team.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Lanark County OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477 or online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca.