UPDATE: Fourth suspect arrested in murder investigation, fifth outstanding

WINDSOR POLICE NEWS RELEASE
Case #: 25-90489
UPDATE: Fourth suspect arrested in murder investigation, fifth outstanding

The Windsor Police Service has arrested a fourth suspect in connection with the murder of 37-year-old David Pavao, who was reported missing in August 2025. 

On October 23, 2025, shortly after 3 p.m., officers located and arrested 27-year-old Colin Lusk in the 3300 block of Sandwich Street. Lusk has been charged with first degree murder and indecent interference with a deceased body.

Investigators continue to search for 40-year-old Jason Vincent Smith, who is wanted for accessory after the fact to murder and indecent interference with a deceased body. Smith is described as approximately 6’0” tall and 180 lbs, with a light complexion, medium build, brown hair, and hazel eyes.

The apprehension of Lusk follows the prior arrests of three other suspects. 54-year-old Shane Ladouceur and 49-year-old Marie Christine Hannah were taken into custody on October 15, 2025.  61-year-old Ronald Holman was taken into custody on October 20, 2025.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Jason Smith is urged to contact the Windsor Police Major Crimes Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4830. Anonymous tips can also be shared with Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.catchcrooks.com.