Mylie Barron charged with indignity to human remains 

THE Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) has taken conduct of the missing person investigation for Jessica Cunningham of Maple Ridge that began in July.

On August 26, Ridge Meadows RCMP were on scene in the 22800-block of Gillis Place gathering information for the investigation. As criminality was suspected, the area surrounding the scene was cordoned off and IHIT was called in. IHIT is working in partnership with Ridge Meadows RCMP and the Integrated Forensic Identification Service (IFIS).

IHIT said as a result of the investigative efforts, human remains were located and it is working closely with the BC Coroners Service to confirm the identity of the remains.

On August 27, the BC Prosecution Service laid a charge of indignity to human remains against Mylie Barron in relation to this investigation. At this time, he remains in custody.

Based on initial information, Jessica was last seen in June. She was reported missing in July and the Ridge Meadows RCMP began a missing persons investigation and have been actively working to locate her.

“Investigators are working diligently to understand the circumstances surrounding Jessica’s disappearance,” says Staff-Sgt. David Lee, IHIT Media Relations Officer. “Investigators are releasing her name and photo and seeking assistance to build a timeline of her activity leading up to the missing persons report.”

IHIT is responsible for investigating homicides, suspicious deaths, and high-risk missing persons where criminality is suspected.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation can call the IHIT information line 1-877-551-IHIT (4448) or by email at ihitinfo@rcmp-grc.gc.ca.