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St. Marys woman accused of murder in 1985 death of infant to appear in court

On June 30 at approximately 1:15 a.m., the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police were conducting general patrol duties on Hutchison Avenue in Elliot Lake when they observed a known person walking along the sidewalk who was breaching prior release conditions. (File Photo) On June 30 at approximately 1:15 a.m., the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police were conducting general patrol duties on Hutchison Avenue in Elliot Lake when they observed a known person walking along the sidewalk who was breaching prior release conditions. (File Photo)
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A 62-year-old St. Marys resident has been charged with first degree murder in connection with the death of a baby more than 35 years ago.

On Wednesday, Perth County OPP launched an investigation into the 1985 death of 25-day-old Meghan Thompson.

On Thursday, OPP announced Katherine Thompson, 62, was charged with first degree murder.

Thompson was held in custody for a bail hearing.

The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to call police or Crime Stoppers.

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