Amy Charlie, who grew up with Chantel Moore, said in an interview from Tofino, B.C., that it will be important for the family to gather in the days to come
“We grew up together. I think I need to say a final goodbye to her,” said the 20-year-old cousin, adding that in Tla-o-qui-aht culture she is referred to as Moore’s sister due to their close relationship.She and her grandmother, Nora Martin – who will also be on the trip – say the family is also hoping to meet with investigators to find out more about what occurred.
She has said in earlier interviews with The Canadian Press that her family has endured previous trauma at the hands of police, and she is calling for lasting change to break the pattern. “We have to know the circumstances. We can’t go with what the RCMP say. We don’t believe that Chantel attacked him. There’s no way in the world she would attack anybody,” said Martin.However, the primary focus of the journey will be to offer support to their sister – Moore’s mother – and Moore’s five-year-old daughter.
Late last week, a coalition of Maliseet First Nations called for an independent probe of the New Brunswick justice system in light of Moore’s death. “Decisions on next steps will be taken after the investigations have been completed,” wrote the solicitor general. The Quebec agency has provided a brief statement, saying its investigation will determine if the information provided by police is accurate.The City of Edmundston and the Edmundston Police Force said Friday they will make no further comment.
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