The New Brunswick RCMP’s Major Crime Unit (MCU) has released the names of the victims in an ongoing double homicide investigation in Chipman, N.B., as part of their continued effort to gather information and bring those responsible to justice.
The victims have been identified as 47-year-old Robert Waugh and 23-year-old Victoria King, both residents of the Fredericton, N.B., area. Their tragic deaths have shocked the community and left friends, family, and neighbors grieving.
On November 25, 2024, at approximately 8 a.m., members of the Chipman RCMP detachment responded to a distressing scene on Midland Road in Chipman. A report had come in about a vehicle fire in a remote area. Upon extinguishing the blaze, investigators discovered the bodies of Waugh and King inside the charred remains of a white Chevrolet Equinox.
The vehicle had been completely consumed by the fire, making the investigation challenging from the outset. However, forensic analysis and other investigative measures confirmed the identities of the victims and established their deaths as homicides early in the investigation.
Robert Waugh and Victoria King were both well-known in the Fredericton area. Waugh, at 47, was described by those who knew him as a dependable and caring individual. King, 23, was remembered as a bright and vibrant young woman with a promising future ahead. Their connection to each other and the circumstances leading up to their deaths remain a focal point of the investigation.
The discovery of the vehicle fire and the subsequent identification of the victims have sparked an intensive investigation by the New Brunswick RCMP Major Crime Unit. The team is working to piece together the events of November 24 and 25, which led to this tragic incident.
Authorities have urged anyone who may have been traveling in the Chipman area during this timeframe to come forward. Investigators are particularly interested in any suspicious activity, unusual sightings, or dashcam footage that could provide critical leads.
The RCMP has also established a dedicated hotline for this case. Individuals with information are encouraged to contact the Major Crime Unit directly at 1-888-506-RCMP (7267). Tips can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers.
The murders of Waugh and King have sent shockwaves through the Chipman and Fredericton communities. Residents in the area, known for its quiet and close-knit nature, are grappling with the reality of such a heinous act occurring in their midst.
Local leaders have expressed their condolences to the families of the victims and have called for community cooperation in assisting law enforcement. “We must come together during this difficult time and support the investigation,” one community representative said. “These victims deserve justice, and their families deserve answers.”
The case presents unique challenges due to the condition of the crime scene. The extensive fire damage to the vehicle and its surroundings may have destroyed potential evidence. However, the RCMP’s Major Crime Unit has access to advanced forensic techniques and is collaborating with fire investigation experts to recover as much information as possible.
Investigators are also exploring potential motives and connections, including any prior relationships or disputes involving the victims. While no suspects have been publicly identified, the RCMP remains committed to pursuing all leads
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