Halifax RCMP say a man and woman are facing a first-degree murder charge in the death of a 45-year-old man whose remains were found outside the city.
Police say they found the remains early Thursday near West Jeddore Road in Head of Jeddore.
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The Mounties say they later arrested 48-year-old Dana Matthew Wolfe and 38-year-old Kelly Ann Stewart, both from Head of Jeddore, at a home on Faulkner Crescent.
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The victim has been identified as Jason Douglas Murphy of Head of Jeddore.
Police say they do not believe the killing was a random act.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Halifax District RCMP.