A Sea of Purple for Trina Hunt: Community Demands Justice at Husband's Court Appearance

There was a palpable sense of anticipation, mixed with a deep, quiet grief, outside the Port Coquitlam courthouse this past week. The air, usually just buzzing with the ordinary rhythm of legal proceedings, felt heavy with collective memory and a longing for justice. What truly stood out, though, was the striking splash of colour: a powerful sea of purple. Dozens of supporters, many of them women, had gathered, each wearing the vibrant hue in a profound tribute to Trina Hunt, whose life was so cruelly cut short.

For those who knew Trina, and indeed for the wider community that has followed her tragic story, purple was a deliberate, heartfelt choice. It wasn't just a colour; it was her colour, her favourite. And so, as her husband, Iain Hunt, made a brief appearance via video link on a charge of murder, these dedicated individuals transformed the courthouse steps into a living testament of remembrance and unwavering support. It was a visual declaration, a silent roar, that Trina has not been forgotten, and that the quest for accountability continues.

The family, understandably, has endured an unimaginable ordeal. It’s been a long, painful two years since Trina vanished from her Port Moody home back in January 2021, her remains discovered a few months later near Merritt. Getting to this point, with charges finally laid, has been an agonizing wait, a testament to their incredible fortitude. Sarah Hunt, Trina's sister-in-law, spoke eloquently on behalf of the family, sharing how this display of purple isn't just about mourning, but about celebrating Trina's vibrant spirit and the profound love they hold for her.

This wasn't just a family affair; it was a community outpouring. Folks from all walks of life, many holding purple ribbons or flowers, showed up to stand shoulder-to-shoulder. You could feel their resolve. It’s a remarkable demonstration of how a collective tragedy can galvanize a community, transforming shared sorrow into a powerful force for change. They've been there every step of the way, advocating, remembering, and demanding answers.

While this court appearance marked a significant milestone, everyone knows, deep down, that the journey for justice is far from over. This was just a fleeting moment in a much longer, complex legal process. Iain Hunt's next appearance is scheduled for early June, and the wheels of justice, though sometimes slow, are now undeniably turning. For Trina's loved ones and her many supporters, each step forward, no matter how small, brings a glimmer of hope that, eventually, truth will prevail.