-UPDATE #1- HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION IN SIMCOE

Concern for Potential Second Victim, Seeking Public Assistance

(NORFOLK COUNTY) - As part of the homicide investigation in Simcoe, police are concerned there may be an additional victim and are asking for the public’s assistance.

On Wednesday, October 8, 2025, officers executed a search warrant at a residence on Stanley Street in Simcoe.  

As a result of the ongoing investigation, police are concerned for the well-being of a second individual, Robert SYKES, age 49 of Simcoe, who is currently unaccounted for. He was last observed on Head Street South on Saturday, October 4, 2025.

SYKES is described as: 

• White male
• Approximately 5’10” (178 cm)
• 120 lbs (54 kg)
• Long dirty blond hair, typically worn in a ponytail
• Long beard/goatee
• May be wearing glasses

Residents in the area can expect to see a continued police presence as officers canvass homes on Head Street South and Stanely Street area to speak with residents.

Police believe this is an isolated incident and that there is no ongoing threat to public safety.

The Norfolk County OPP Crime Unit is continuing the investigation, under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, in collaboration with the Office of the Chief Coroner and Ontario Forensic Pathology Service. Assistance is also being provided by the OPP Forensic Identification Services.