Trina Hunt’s family renews calls for leads as homicide case remains open

It’s been over three years since the disappearance and subsequent death of a Port Moody woman shook the community. Now, Trina Hunt’s family is renewing calls for information, and its promise of a reward for anyone who can help bring justice to her name.

Hunt was reported missing by her husband in January of 2021. About two months later, her body was found near Hope, though that wasn’t publicly made known until May of that year.

The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) says it remains “steadfast in the pursuit of justice for Trina, her family, and the entire community.” However, to this day, no one remains in custody and no charges have been laid in connection with her death.

In a statement, Hunt’s brother, Brad Ibbott, says, “we think of her often.”

“Her infectious smile, her love for laughter, and her genuine caring nature. We carry on some of Trina’s traditions in an attempt to keep her memory alive by baking her famous snow-capped candy cane dipped chocolate brownies, savoring a glass of her favorite wine, Chaberton’s Bacchus and honouring her with her favorite Coconut cake on her birthday,” said Ibbott.

“We have gone far too long with no answers. We are crushed that still today no one is in custody for the murder of Trina. We are grateful for the outpouring of support from our community and beyond, but our journey is far from over. We are still searching for answers, and we know someone out there has the key to help us bring those responsible to justice.”

Hunt’s family announced in June of 2021 a reward of up to $50,000 for new information leading to criminal charges. The woman’s loved ones renewed their call for help, with that reward still on the table.

In the weeks after she was reported missing, police, search and rescue crews, and hundreds of volunteers scoured the area around her Heritage Woods home for any signs of her.

IHIT says the case remains active. It is asking anyone with information to contact the Information Line at 1-877-551-IHIT (4448) or email ihitinfo@rcmp-grc.gc.ca.