Nova Scotia RCMP identify human remains as missing 59-year-old

Nova Scotia RCMP have identified human remains discovered on July 7 as that of missing 59-year-old Gregory Milford Lyle.

The identity of the remains was confirmed after a joint investigation by the Nova Scotia Medical Examiner’s Office and the Mounties.

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Lyle, who lived in Queens County, was reported missing on June 10, 2016.

Police do not suspect foul play.