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New Westminster – The New Westminster Police Department Major Crime Unit is investigating following the discovery of a deceased man in the Downtown neighbourhood. Police received a phone call about the deceased at approximately 1:15 pm on April 29. In addition to patrol officers, the Forensic Identification Unit attended the scene to collect evidence and document the scene. The Major Crime Unit is working in partnership with the BC Coroners Service.
“We’re working to determine what the circumstances were surrounding this man’s death,” stated Sergeant Justine Thom. “It could be several weeks before the circumstances of his death become clear.”
At this stage, the investigation is being handled by the New Westminster Police Department Major Crime Unit. If you have information that you believe will assist in this investigation you are encouraged to call the New Westminster Police Department at 604-525-5411.
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MEDIA CONTACT PERSON: Hailey Finnigan
EMAIL: communications@nwpolice.org
FILE: 25-7108
