Dean Penney has been charged with first-degree murder in connection with the death of his estranged wife, Jennifer Hillier-Penney, who went missing seven years ago in Newfoundland.
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) announced the charges, stating that their investigation determined Jennifer’s murder to be another tragic case of intimate partner violence.
“Seven years of investigative diligence have brought us to this point,” said Inspector Edwards. “From the beginning, our goal has been to get answers for Jennifer’s loved ones and to bring anyone responsible for her disappearance to justice. I commend the RCMP NL Major Crime Unit, which led this investigation, and the St. Anthony Detachment for its support. On behalf of the RCMP, I extend deepest condolences to Jennifer’s family and friends.”
Dean Penney, 50, is the subject of a high-profile case that has garnered significant attention over the years. The authorities are still hoping to locate Jennifer Hillier-Penney’s remains.
The case has left supporters of Jennifer Hillier-Penney emotional, as they have been waiting for seven years for an arrest in her disappearance. The news of Dean Penney’s arrest has brought a sense of hope that Jennifer’s remains may be found. The details of the case and the legal proceedings against Dean Penney are likely to unfold as the investigation continues.
What was the timeline of events leading up to Jennifer Hillier-Penney’s disappearance?
Jennifer Hillier-Penney disappeared on November 30, 2016, from her former family home in St. Anthony, Newfoundland. She was last seen at her estranged husband’s home, where she had spent the night to look after their younger daughter while Dean Penney was away duck hunting at his cabin.
Her disappearance has been the subject of an ongoing investigation by the (RCMP), and her case has been deemed suspicious, with the RCMP investigating it as a possible kidnapping and homicide.
BREAKING: @RCMPNL have charged Dean Penney with first-degree murder in relation to the 2016 disappearance of his estranged wife, Jennifer Hillier-Penney, who was reported missing from St. Anthony in November, 2016. Police have not recovered Ms. Hillier-Penney's remains. pic.twitter.com/Wbt5c5Yye7
— Don Bradshaw (@DonBradshawNTV) December 16, 2023
What Was The Last Known location of Jennifer Hillier
Jennifer Hillier-Penney was last seen at her estranged husband’s home in St. Anthony, Newfoundland, on November 30, 2016. She was staying at his home to be with her younger daughter while Dean Penney was away duck hunting at his cabin. This was the last known location before her disappearance.