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MISSING: Zack Lefave

Ep. 55

On December 31st, 2020, Zack Lefave, a 20-year-old Yarmouth NS man went out to celebrate the coming new year with friends. 


Before he left his home, Zack wished his grandmother a “Happy New Year”.  


Later that night Zack left a house party by himself. A series of confusing phone calls and eyewitness accounts place his last known whereabouts near Plymouth, NS at around 12:30 am. 


In this episode, we speak with Kim, the family spokesperson, as we attempt to unravel the perplexing details of that night. 


At the time of his disappearance, Zack is described as a 20-year-old man. He is 5’9 and 175lbs. He has brown hair. Blue eyes and brown facial hair.


He was last seen after midnight on January 1st, 2021 walking near Newell Road road and Highway 334 wearing a plaid shirt and boxer shorts. Zack’s disappearance is considered suspicious.


If you have any information about Zack’s disappearance you are asked to contact Yarmouth RCMP at 902-742-9106. Should people wish to remain anonymous they can call Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submit a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca


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