RCMP received information early Thursday morning that led to the discovery of the remains in Head of Jeddore

A man and a woman have been charged with first-degree murder after human remains were found in Head of Jeddore.

Halifax District RCMP received information early Thursday morning that led to the discovery of the remains near West Jeddore Rd.

The victim has been identified as Jason Douglas Murphy of Head of Jeddore.

Dana Matthew Wolfe, 48, and Kelly Ann Stewart, 38, both of Head of Jeddore, were arrested later yesterday morning at a home on Faulkner Cres.

The pair are scheduled to be in Dartmouth Provincial Court today.

Investigators do not believe it was a random act and anyone with information is asked to contact Halifax District RCMP at 902-490-5020.