Robert Raymond. Photo courtesy of Sarnia-Lambton Crime Stoppers.Robert Raymond. Photo courtesy of Sarnia-Lambton Crime Stoppers.
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Unsolved Sarnia homicide case marks 22 years

It's been over 22 years since the death of Robert "BJ" Raymond in Sarnia.

Sarnia-Lambton Crime Stoppers continues to appeal for tips in solving the cold case murder.

The 22-year-old was stabbed at The Border Club on Christina Street at around 2:15 a.m. on December 28, 2001.

Crime Stoppers said the downtown bar was full with hundreds of young people, many home for the holidays.

They said that as the bar was closing, a fight broke out in the back parking lot.  "BJ" attempted to intervene after recognizing some of his friends were involved in the altercation, but was on the ground in minutes suffering from a stab wound to his chest.  

Efforts to revive him on scene were unsuccessful, and he died in hospital.

Sarnia Police recovered the weapon believed to have been used, however, the person responsible has not been located.

An extensive investigation was launched. Several hundred statements were taken from the numerous patrons who were in attendance that night from all over Lambton County as well as the United States.

Anyone with information on this case is asked to call Sarnia-Lambton Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.p3tips.com.

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