Remains of Taylor Samson still missing 1 year after disappearance

This week marks one year since Dalhousie student Taylor Samson was reported missing to Halifax police, who are still trying to locate his remains.

Samson's death was ruled a homicide four days after he was reported missing and fellow university student William Sandeson was charged with first-degree murder in his death.

• Missing Dalhousie student Taylor Samson was murdered, say Halifax police

In a statement released today, police said they're seeking help from the public to locate Samson's remains, in what is still considered an ongoing investigation.

"We're reaching out to try to assist with bringing some closure to the family, to bring Taylor home," saidConst. Dianne Woodworth to CBC News.

"We realize sometimes it's not easy to come forward, but to have closure for Taylor's family would be the start of healing for them," she said.

Family and friends grieving

Samson's mother, Linda Boutilier, marked the one-year anniversary by writing on her son's Facebook page: "If it takes me til my last breath, I am bringing you home."

Many other friends of Samson took to Facebook, writing messages like, "One whole year later and it hurts like yesterday," "Taylor Samson this year has literally been a nightmare without you," and "One year has gone by and it doesn't get any easier not having you here."

Last fall, Boutilier pleaded for help to find her son's body, following a bail hearing for Sandeson.

"I want my son home," she said. "If I have to bury him, I have to bury him. All I have is memories, I don't even have him to hold."

Woodworth said investigators have been in close contact with Samson's family, and keeping them apprised of new developments throughout the investigation.

Investigators searched area in Truro

Last August, police scoured a property in Lower Truro belonging to Sandeson'sfamily, though no remains were located.

Samson was last seen at his home on South Street in Halifax on Aug.15, 2015, but police believe he was killed at a residence on Henry Street.

Police are asking anyone with information regarding the investigation into Samson's death to contact the Integrated Criminal Investigation Division at 902-490-5016 or Crime Stoppers.