Community Appeal: Yukon RCMP Renew Call for Information in 2023 Double Homicide Near Mayo
Section 1: The Alert
Yukon RCMP Major Crime Unit is renewing its public appeal for information related to the March 2023 double homicide of Benjamin Symington and Michael Bennett in the C‑6 subdivision near Mayo, Yukon. Three years after the killings, investigators believe there are still people in the territory who hold crucial details that have not yet been shared with police.
RCMP investigators stress that even small, seemingly unimportant observations could be vital to advancing this homicide investigation and bringing answers to the families of the two men. Residents of Mayo, surrounding communities, and anyone who may have visited the C‑6 subdivision around that time are urged to carefully consider what they saw, heard, or were told in connection with this case and to contact police.
Section 2: Official Details
The Yukon RCMP Major Crime Unit continues to investigate the March 2023 murders of Benjamin Symington and Michael Bennett in the C‑6 subdivision near Mayo, Yukon. While key investigative details are not being publicly released, officers are emphasizing that community information remains critical.
Crime Canada Community – Your Help Is Needed Now
RCMP have clearly stated that they believe there are individuals who:
- Personally witnessed activity in or around the C‑6 subdivision near Mayo in March 2023 that could be related to this incident.
- Heard or were told information about what happened after the homicides occurred.
- May think their knowledge is minor, second-hand, or not useful, and therefore have not yet contacted police.
Investigators are asking anyone with information, no matter how small, to come forward. The RCMP emphasizes that people should not assume police already know what they know.
How to Contact RCMP About This Case
- Call the Yukon Major Crime Unit directly at 867-667-5555.
- Or contact your local RCMP detachment and request to be connected with a Major Crime investigator.
If you live in Yukon or follow broader Yukon crime and safety statistics, you are encouraged to share this appeal within your networks so that anyone with knowledge of the incident is aware of the renewed call for information.
Images of the Victims
RCMP have released a photo to help the public recognize the two victims in this case:
Left: Benjamin Symington near the water holding a large fish. Right: Michael Bennett standing beside a prepared dining table.
Section 3: CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective
From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, a long-unresolved double homicide has a serious impact on the sense of safety and trust within a small community like Mayo, Yukon. When investigations rely on community information, it becomes especially important for residents — past and present — to reflect on what they might have seen or heard and to share it with investigators. Even if you have moved away, your knowledge could still be relevant. Reviewing regional data, such as Yukon crime trends and safety information, helps frame how major investigations fit into the broader public safety picture. Our mission is to support safer communities by encouraging timely reporting of suspicious activity, open communication with law enforcement, and respectful support for affected families while investigations continue.
Official Source & Community Safety
This safety alert is based on an official release from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). CrimeCanada.ca aggregates and analyzes this data to keep the yukon community informed, aware, and safe. We are an independent safety data aggregator and not the original creators of the underlying incident report.
Read the full official release here: RCMP Official Statement.