CANADA Canada - Valerie Leblanc, 18, Gatineau QC, 23 Aug 2011

The investigation in the murder of Valérie Leblanc progresses: composite drawing of an important witness and 10K reward
by Service de police de la Ville de Gatineau on Thursday, October 13, 2011 at 3:41pm

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The investigation in the murder of Valérie Leblanc progresses:
A composite drawing of an important witness was released at the same time as a 10 000$ reward.


Gatineau, October 13th, 2011 – The Gatineau Police Service released today the sketch of the main witness to be identified in the investigation of the murder of Valerie Leblanc and announced a reward of up to $ 10,000 for any information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person responsible(s) of this crime.

In order to encourage people with information to contact the police, the mother of Valerie, Ms. Julie Charron, took this opportunity to deliver a message from her heart to the media and population during a press conference of the Gatineau Police Service that was held Thursday, October 13, at 11 am, at the Maison du Citoyen.

Mrs. Charron said with emotion: « I beg everyone to take one minute to look carefully at the composite picture of the important witness. Think about it. Look at your neighbors, family, friends or your children, employees, clients or anyone you might have seen in the Gatineau Parc that could look alike. If you have any doubt, or think of even just a small detail that could have any link with that witness of the horrible murder of my daughter, please call the police right now! It could make a difference. »


Important witness : a revealing sketch

In response to numerous reports from the public and the progress of the investigation, police and experts were able to produce a composite drawing of the important witness who is wanted since September 1st.

The key witness was seen near the site of the tragedy, the day of the murder of the young Valerie Leblanc, as well as near the pavilion Gabrielle-Roy of CEGEP de l'Outaouais. We believe he may hold important information that could contribute to the progress of the investigation.

The white man, who speaks French without an accent, would be between 20 and 35 years old. He measures about 5 feet 10 inches to 6 feet (1.78 to 1.83 m) and weighs approximately 200 pounds or more (90 kg or more). The man, of strong natural built, has a small belly, but is not obese. Observers noted that he has big hands.

He is chubby, has high cheekbones and has a pointy nose and chin. His eyebrows are thick and has dark hair. We believe that his hair is short, but since he was wearing a cap, it can be otherwise

Witnesses reported that the man had a slightly olive complexion. The complexion was described as particular, as if, for example, he was not healthy.

At the time of the murder on August 23rd, the important witness had neither a beard nor a mustache. Obviously, the Gatineau Police Service advises people to look carefully at the general characteristics of the sketch since the man was able, in recent weeks, to change his appearance, including his hair color.

The look in the eyes of the important witness was qualified of intimidating and disturbing to witnesses. He created a fear in people who crossed his path.

At the time of the crime, he wore a black cap with a rounded visor (customized to his face).

Finally, the man had a black mountain bike with straight handlebars . The bike was equipped with mountain or hybrid tires.​

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Reward of up to $ 10 000

Thanks to generous anonymous donors, the Sun Youth organization is offering a reward of up to $ 10,000 to anyone providing information leading to the arrest and conviction of the murderer of Valerie Leblanc.

Any information provided leading to the award will be analyzed and validated by Gatineau Police Service. The reward offer expires April 12, 2012.


Do not assume that police already have information you have

People are often reluctant to provide information to police. Sometimes they consider details as trivial or are worried about disturbing the investigators for fear of being judged or sending them on the wrong track. The Gatineau Police Service wants to explain to people that when they begin to question themselves whether the information is of interest to police, be it a detail that struck them or a person they know that looks like the important witness; this is an indication to contact police. Certain information that may seem unimportant may constitute a missing link.

In addition, the public should know that anyone who contacts the Gatineau Police Service may request remain anonymous. The information provided is strictly confidential and, contrary to popular belief, the person transmitting the information will not have to testify or appear in court.


Dedicated line and posters available on the Internet

To communicate information, the public is invited to contact the Gatineau Police Service via the dedicated line to the investigation of the murder of Valerie Leblanc, at 819 243-2346 ext 6677. A specially trained officer will respond or they can leave a message on voice mail. An email address is also displayed on the Facebook page of SPVG.

Posters of the composite picture and details of the reward are available on the Facebook page of the Gatineau Police Service.

Police and volunteers will distribute and display posters in shops in the Mont-Bleu area and in some strategic locations. (Hull, Gatineau).​

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The white man, who speaks French without an accent, would be between 20 and 35 years old.
His height is about 5 feet 10 inches to 6 feet tall (1.78 to 1.83 m) and weighs approximately 200 lbs or more (90 kg or more).
The man, of strong natural build, has a small belly, but is not obese. Observers noted that he has big hands.
He is chubby, has high cheekbones and has a pointy nose and chin. His eyebrows are thick and has dark hair.
We believe that his hair is short, but since he was wearing a cap, it could be otherwise.
Witnesses reported that the man had a slightly olive complexion.
The complexion was described as "particular," as if, for example, he was not healthy.
At the time of the murder on August 23rd, the important witness had neither a beard nor a mustache.
Obviously, the Gatineau Police Service advises people to look carefully at the general characteristics of
the sketch since the man was able, in recent weeks, to change his appearance, including his hair color.
The look in the eyes of the important witness was described as intimidating and disturbing to witnesses.
He created a fear in people who crossed his path.
At the time of the crime, he wore a black cap with a rounded visor (customized to his face).
Finally, the man had a black mountain bike with straight handlebars.
The bike was equipped with mountain or hybrid tires.​

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