Authorities have opened a criminal inquest into the disappearance of a Barre, Vermont man, reports WCAX.
Ralph “Rizz” Jean-Marie has been missing since April 13th. At the time of his disappearance, he did not have his glasses, prescription medications, or wallet on his person.
According to police, they have classified his disappearance as suspicious and they believe he may have been the victim of foul play.
On Tuesday, Washington County State’s Attorney Rory Thibault announced that his office had opened a criminal inquest last month, which includes the issuing of several subpoenas to help the development of evidence. Witnesses will be called to testify under oath before a judge in closed proceedings.
This announcement follows an event last weekend where several of Jean-Marie’s family members gathered in front of Barre City Hall to demand justice.
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