NIPIGON, ON – The family of Vanessa Stacy Geisler, who tragically drowned in a lagoon connected to the Nipigon River last October, continues to seek answers as the investigation into her death lingers. With authorities yet to rule out foul play, the family’s desire for clarity and justice grows stronger.
It was on October 11th that local authorities were alerted to a person in distress in the lagoon. Initial responders were unable to locate the individual, prompting the deployment of the Emergency Response Team and the Underwater Search and Rescue Unit. The following day, the body of 34-year-old Geisler was recovered, marking the beginning of a case that has since been shrouded in mystery.
Despite the time that has passed, the investigation remains active, and recently, local police acknowledged that foul play cannot be dismissed. This acknowledgment has further fueled the family’s quest for truth, as they struggle to come to terms with the circumstances surrounding Geisler’s death.
Jizelle Cacus, Vanessa’s sister, has been vocal about her concerns, particularly regarding the person who accompanied Vanessa before her untimely death. “She never liked the water,” Cacus shared, expressing disbelief that her sister would have entered the lagoon voluntarily. “I just can’t see her doing this.”
Cacus believes that Vanessa had gone down to the water for some solitude in the morning, possibly to clear her mind as she planned a Thanksgiving dinner with the family she was staying with. It was during this time, Cacus suspects, that Vanessa encountered someone on the road and had drinks with them.
The police have questioned the individual who was with Vanessa, but details about their account remain undisclosed. This lack of transparency has left Cacus dissatisfied with the progress of the investigation. “It would be reassuring if the police stayed in touch, even if just to check in,” Cacus lamented, highlighting her frustration with the lack of communication.
Determined to uncover the truth, Cacus recently turned to social media, urging the community to share any information that could shed light on her sister’s death. Her plea underscores the family’s enduring hope for answers and justice.