30 years later, RCMP search for new leads in 琉璃神社 cold case

Tina Parr was found murdered in 琉璃神社 in 1994

Jen Zielinski
May 8, 2024 5:00 PM

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It鈥檚 been almost 30 years since Tina Parr was found murdered in 琉璃神社.

A hiker found her body in a grassy area near the lower picnic area of Knox Mountain on Sept.26, 1994.

Parr was a known sex worker. The 25-year-old was last seen alive during the early hours of Sept. 25, at a residence on Martin Avenue.

According to Central Okanagan Crime Stoppers, close acquaintances told police that she would have only gone to Knox Mountain willingly with someone she knew.

鈥淭he RCMP carried out an extensive investigation, interviewing hundreds of people,鈥� stated Crime Stoppers. 鈥淒uring the interviews, police believed that several people may have had further information to disclose regarding her whereabouts and activities leading up to her death but were not comfortable revealing details at that time.鈥�

As the 30th anniversary of Parr鈥檚 homicide draws near, police are hoping to talk to anyone who could help with the investigation.

If you know anything about this crime call the Central Okanagan Crime Stoppers鈥� anonymous tips line at 1-800-222-TIPS or visit and quote file # 1994-34170.

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About the Author: Jen Zielinski

I am a broadcast journalism graduate from BCIT and hold a bachelor of arts degree in political science and sociology from Thompson Rivers University. I enjoy volunteering with local organizations, such as the Okanagan Humane Society.

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