On the eve of the fourth anniversary of Trina Hunt’s disappearance, homicide Investigators are still seeking answers to help bring her killer to justice.
The 48-year-old Port Moody, B.C., woman was first reported missing by her husband on Jan. 18, 2021. Authorities found her remains near the Fraser Valley community of Hope months later, on March 29.
“This is a tragic homicide that’s had a huge impact on the community,” Sgt. Freda Fong of the Integrated Homicide Investigation Team told CTV News.
In June 2022, video circulated on social media showing officers arresting a man Hunt’s family identified as her husband, Iain Hunt, in the driveway of the home they shared.
He was released without charges shortly after. Authorities have not shared any details on why he was taken into custody.
Fong said she couldn’t disclose whether or not he is currently considered a person of interest.
She said in general, it’s difficult to get approval for murder charges, especially in high-profile cases.
“With murder investigations, there’s no doubt there’s public interest, which means the Crown and police tend to be concerned about substantial likelihood of conviction,” she said.
According to IHIT, more than 130 investigators and support staff have worked on the case, combing through hundreds of hours of video evidence, plus digital evidence.
The team has received 140 tips on the case.
“They’re probably at a point where they’ve tried various investigative techniques, both overt and covert,” said former B.C. solicitor general and West Vancouver police chief Kash Heed.
Heed said he believes IHIT, regarded as one of the top homicide teams in the country, will get the job done.
“I strongly believe this case will be solved,” he said. “I also strongly believe those responsible will be held accountable.”
Hunt’s family is continuing to offer a hefty reward of $50,000 for information that leads to criminal charges in the case.
With files from CTV News Vancouver’s Andrew Weichel
