New Westminster Police Department's major crime unit is investigating after a man was found dead in the city's downtown core
Police received a call around 1:15 p.m. on Tuesday (April 29) about the body in the downtown neighbourhood near Auckland and 12th streets, according to a media release Wednesday.
Patrol officers and the forensic identification unit went to the scene to collect evidence. The major crime unit is also working with the B.C. Coroners Service.
“We’re working to determine what the circumstances were surrounding this man’s death,” Sgt. Justine Thom said. “It could be several weeks before the circumstances of his death become clear.”
Anyone with more information is asked to contact the New Westminster Police Department at 604-525-5411.
