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Sarnia

Second suspect arrested in Chute homicide

Lambton OPP have arrested a second suspect in connection with a homicide in Enniskillen Township.

Police said James Armstrong, 43, of Sarnia was arrested on Tuesday, May 31 in connection with the shooting death of Andrew Chute in April.

Armstrong is charged with first degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder.

The body of the 45-year-old Sarnia man was found in a rural parking lot on Marthaville Road on April 14. Police said Chute died as a result of a gunshot wound, in what they believe to be a targeted incident.

Late last month, Lambton OPP confirmed the arrest of 43-year-old Jason Nahmabin in connection with the homicide. He's also charged with one count of first degree murder.

The OPP Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB) continues to examine the incident.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the dedicated Lambton OPP tip line at 1-844-677-9408 or email OPP.CHUTE.Homicide@opp.ca

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