💔Landown Station in Shock: The Haunting Disappearance of Lily and Jack Sullivan Enters a Dark New Phase

LANDOWN STATION, NOVA SCOTIA — What began as a desperate community-wide search has turned into something far more chilling. Six days after siblings Lily (6) and Jack Sullivan (4) vanished without a trace, the once-hopeful hunt for two missing children has shifted into a grim criminal investigation — and the quiet town of Landown Station is struggling to cope with the possibility that hope may soon give way to heartbreak.

Six Days of Silence

It has now been nearly a week since the children disappeared from their home on May 2, 2025. More than 160 people — including RCMP officers, rescue teams, volunteers, helicopters, drones, and K-9 units — have scoured forests, fields, and rivers. Yet, no credible trace of the two has been found.

The only possible clue, a small bootprint found near the family’s property, remains unconfirmed. At a press conference that left the community in tears, an RCMP spokesperson admitted what no one wanted to hear:

“We have to face the reality that the likelihood of finding them alive is very low.”

The words marked a devastating shift — from rescue to recovery, from hope to investigation.

A Father’s Plea

The children’s stepfather, Daniel Martell, who first reported them missing, has been seen visibly shattered, breaking down as he spoke to reporters.

“A hundred days isn’t enough. A whole lifetime isn’t enough for them. I just want to find them.”

He claims he awoke early that morning to find the children’s beds empty, the front door unlocked, and no sign of forced entry. Martell insists they must have wandered off, but police aren’t ruling out foul play.

The Investigation Deepens

The Investigation Deepens

The case is now in the hands of the RCMP Major Crimes Unit, signaling a shift toward potential criminal involvement. While the case has not been declared a homicide, the presence of seasoned detectives suggests the focus is broadening.

According to sources close to the case, Martell has offered to take a polygraph test and is cooperating fully with investigators. Still, police are scrutinizing inconsistencies in the family’s timeline, particularly the gap between when the children were last seen and when the missing persons report was filed.

Adding to the mystery, the children’s biological mother, Maleia Brooks Murray, has reportedly left the region with another child and has refused to speak to media or police — a decision that has fueled public speculation and distrust.

A Community in Mourning

At the local RCMP detachment, a growing memorial stands as a painful symbol of collective grief — stuffed animals, handwritten notes, and candles flickering through the cold Nova Scotia nights.

“All of Pictou County feels like these children are ours,” said County Warden Robert Parker. “We’ve watched, prayed, hoped — and now we’re all holding our breath.”

Parents across the region have become hypervigilant, keeping children close, locking doors that were once left open. Fear now lingers like a fog over Landown Station.

The Search Narrows

While large-scale searches have been scaled back, investigators are doubling down on specific high-probability zones, re-examining terrain that was previously swept. Digital forensics teams are analyzing cell phone pings, GPS routes, and surveillance footage to reconstruct the children’s final hours.

“No stone will be left unturned,” vowed one search commander. “Even if we have to go back a hundred times.”

The Investigation Deepens

The case is now in the hands of the RCMP Major Crimes Unit, signaling a shift toward potential criminal involvement. While the case has not been declared a homicide, the presence of seasoned detectives suggests the focus is broadening.

According to sources close to the case, Martell has offered to take a polygraph test and is cooperating fully with investigators. Still, police are scrutinizing inconsistencies in the family’s timeline, particularly the gap between when the children were last seen and when the missing persons report was filed.

Adding to the mystery, the children’s biological mother, Maleia Brooks Murray, has reportedly left the region with another child and has refused to speak to media or police — a decision that has fueled public speculation and distrust.

A Community in Mourning

At the local RCMP detachment, a growing memorial stands as a painful symbol of collective grief — stuffed animals, handwritten notes, and candles flickering through the cold Nova Scotia nights.

“All of Pictou County feels like these children are ours,” said County Warden Robert Parker. “We’ve watched, prayed, hoped — and now we’re all holding our breath.”

Parents across the region have become hypervigilant, keeping children close, locking doors that were once left open. Fear now lingers like a fog over Landown Station.

The Search Narrows

While large-scale searches have been scaled back, investigators are doubling down on specific high-probability zones, re-examining terrain that was previously swept. Digital forensics teams are analyzing cell phone pings, GPS routes, and surveillance footage to reconstruct the children’s final hours.

“No stone will be left unturned,” vowed one search commander. “Even if we have to go back a hundred times.”