By Trend News Line 2024-06-10 19:52:42.
**Intense Search Continues for Lucas MacDonald in Connection with Matheson-area Murder**
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It has been just over two weeks since the Matheson-area community was rocked by the news of the suspicious death of 30-year-old Marcel Thoma. The investigation into his murder has led authorities to focus on locating 43-year-old Lucas MacDonald, who is believed to have crucial information regarding the case.
**Limited Communication from South Porcupine OPP**
Despite the intense manhunt currently underway in the city’s east end, there has been a notable lack of communication from the South Porcupine OPP. Residents in the affected area have been left in the dark as to the specifics of the ongoing search for MacDonald.
**Search Area and Police Presence**
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Over the past week, police have issued multiple advisories on social media warning residents about an increased police presence in certain areas. Notably, Kettle Lakes Provincial Park, located in the search area, has been closed to the public without a clear explanation from authorities.
**Details of the Murder Investigation**
Marcel Thoma, a Master Bombardier with the 2nd Regiment of the Royal Canadian Horse Artillery, was tragically found dead in a wooded area in Egan Township. The initial reports from South Porcupine OPP described the death as suspicious, later confirming it as a “firearm-related” murder.
Thoma, who had been reported missing after last being heard from on May 17, was identified as the victim of the homicide. The investigation into his death involves multiple law enforcement agencies, including the South Porcupine OPP crime unit and the forensic identification services.
**Who is Lucas MacDonald?**
Lucas MacDonald, a Timmins native now residing in Egan Township, has been identified as a person of interest in the murder investigation. Described as 5′ 8″ with dark collar-length hair and a thin short beard, MacDonald is the subject of an intense manhunt by the OPP.
Additionally, there are two outstanding warrants for MacDonald’s arrest in unrelated matters, adding to the urgency of locating him. Residents are advised to exercise caution and report any sightings of MacDonald to the authorities.
**Closure of Kettle Lakes Provincial Park**
In a puzzling development, Kettle Lakes Provincial Park on Municipal Road has been closed to the public, with seasonal campers informed of the closure for at least a week. Despite the closure, neither the police nor the park officials have provided a clear reason for the shutdown.
**Call for Information**
Authorities urge anyone with information on the whereabouts of Lucas MacDonald to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. For those wishing to remain anonymous, Crime Stoppers can be reached at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
As the search for MacDonald continues, residents are reminded to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the police. The community remains on edge as the investigation unfolds, with hopes for a resolution to the tragic events that have unfolded in the Matheson area..
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