Death of person found in Perth park now being investigated as homicide

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In an initial news release, the Ontario Provincial Police had labelled the death as suspicious, but in an update on social media on Tuesday, April 14, they said a homicide investigation was underway.

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On Sunday, April 12, at 3:15 p.m., OPP officers responded to Last Duel Park, where the injured person was found with life-threatening injuries. The individual was taken to a trauma centre and later pronounced dead.

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In Tuesday’s update, police said they believe it was a targeted incident, “with no signs of a broader threat”.

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There is no longer a heavy police presence in the area and the park has reopened, they said.

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The investigation by the Lanark County OPP detachment was continuing.

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Anyone with any information regarding this investigation was asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Those who want to remain anonymous can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or at ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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