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In a significant development, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid first-degree murder charges against a 51-year-old man linked to a homicide that occurred last year. The arrest of Luc Decarie from St-Gabriel-de-Brandon, Quebec, marks a pivotal moment in the investigation surrounding the death of Robert Prevost, a resident of Clarence-Rockland, who was reported missing in early March 2025.
Discovery of the Body
The OPP’s Russell County detachment responded to a distressing report on May 17, 2025, around 5:30 p.m. Officers were alerted to a body found in the Ottawa River near Dallaire Street. Following an autopsy, authorities confirmed that the deceased was Robert Prevost, a 63-year-old man whose disappearance had raised concerns among family and friends earlier that year. Prevost had last been seen at his residence on Laurier Street in early February.
The forensic examination revealed that his death was a homicide, leading investigators to intensify their efforts to determine the circumstances surrounding this tragic event.
Arrest and Charges
On Thursday, the OPP announced the arrest of Luc Decarie, who now faces multiple charges, including first-degree murder, indignity to a body, and conspiracy to commit murder. The nature of the allegations has sent shockwaves through the community, prompting discussions about the safety and security of residents in the region.
Decarie is scheduled to make
