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RCMP forensics examining pink blanket found during search for missing N.S. children

(5 months ago)
Aly Thomson
CanadaNew BrunswickNova ScotiaRoyal Canadian Mounted PoliceCrimeSiblings

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Nova Scotia RCMP are forensically examining a pink blanket found during the search for Lilly Sullivan, 6, and Jack Sullivan, 4, who went missing 2½ months ago from Lansdowne Station. The children's stepfather, Daniel Martell, confirmed the blanket belongs to Lilly. The major crime unit, with assistance from multiple provincial and national agencies, is reviewing 5,000 video files, following up on 600 tips, and has interviewed over 60 people, some polygraph tested.

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  1. 1 May 2, 2025: Lilly and Jack Sullivan reported missing from Lansdowne Station
  2. 2 Last month (June 2025): Daniel Martell participated in polygraph test
  3. 3 Wednesday (July 16, 2025): RCMP announced forensic examination of pink blanket and ongoing investigative efforts
  • Ongoing police investigation into the children's disappearance
  • Uncertainty about the children's whereabouts
  • Public concern and involvement through tips
What: The RCMP are forensically examining a pink blanket and other items found during the ongoing search for two missing children, Lilly and Jack Sullivan.
When: Children reported missing 2½ months ago (May 2, 2025); Wednesday (July 16, 2025) news release about forensic examination.
Where: Lansdowne Station, Nova Scotia, Canada (about 140 kilometres northeast of Halifax). Investigation involves units from Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario.
Why: To determine the circumstances surrounding the disappearance of Lilly and Jack Sullivan and to gather evidence that may lead to their whereabouts.
How: Through forensic examination of seized items (like the blanket), review of approximately 5,000 video files, formal interviews of over 60 people (some polygraph tested), and following up on more than 600 public tips.

Nova Scotia RCMP are forensically examining a pink blanket found during the search for Lilly Sullivan, 6, and Jack Sullivan, 4, who went missing 2½ months ago from Lansdowne Station. The children's stepfather, Daniel Martell, confirmed the blanket belongs to Lilly. The major crime unit, with assistance from multiple provincial and national agencies, is reviewing 5,000 video files, following up on 600 tips, and has interviewed over 60 people, some polygraph tested.