Stepfather Charged with Sexual Assault, Confinement in Missing N.S. Kids Case
The stepfather of two missing Nova Scotia children faces serious charges in connection to their case. Daniel Robert Martell, 34, from Lansdowne, was arrested by the RCMP on Monday. The charges include assault, sexual assault, and forcible confinement, involving an adult victim.
Details Surrounding the Case
Martell has been released under conditions and is scheduled to appear in court on March 2. He was in a common-law relationship with Malehya Brooks-Murray, the mother of the two missing children, Lilly and Jack Sullivan.
Missing Children
- Names: Lilly Sullivan (6 years old) and Jack Sullivan (4 years old)
- Date Missing: May 2, 2025
- Location: Pictou County, Nova Scotia
On the day they went missing, family members reported that the siblings might have wandered from their home, located in a heavily wooded area. Various searches, involving police, volunteers, and cadaver dogs, have yet to locate the children.
Allegations Against Martell
Recent documents revealed that Brooks-Murray alleged Martell’s physical abuse during an interview with the RCMP. Martell has denied these allegations, claiming they are part of a narrative to tarnish his reputation. It remains unclear if these allegations are linked to the current charges against him.
Community Response
The search for Lilly and Jack has drawn extensive community involvement. Despite numerous efforts, no definitive leads have emerged regarding the children’s whereabouts.
As the case unfolds, the community continues to hope for the safe return of Lilly and Jack, while the legal proceedings against Martell proceed.
