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Fire death deemed homicide

Human remains discovered in a Fort St. John fire have been identified.

RCMP said Friday they believe the death of John Banky on March 30 was a homicide.

His remains were found in a house fire in the Charlie Lake area, and the victim's vehicle was also found on fire that day.

The North District Major Crimes Unit is asking for the public's help in its investigation.

Anyone with information is asked to call Fort St. John RCMP at 250-787-8140 or CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-8477.



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