Arrest Made in Hamilton Woman's Death

Wednesday, 3 July 2024 10:39

By Geoff Waterfield

The body of Jessica Lynn St. Jules was found in Lincoln in June, a 20-year old man is charged

An arrest has been made in connection to the death of 27-year old Jessica Lynn St. Jules of Hamilton.

Her body was found in a rural area of Lincoln on June 8th, and since then police had been searching for the driver of a caravan she was seen getting into that morning near the Hamilton Public Library.

Police say yesterday they arrested and charged 20-year old Pedro Benitez Leal of Hamilton with 2nd degree murder.

He remains in custody pending a bail hearing today in St. Catharines.

Police wish to thank the public and media for assistance with this case.

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Arrest Made in Hamilton Woman's Death

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