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Body of missing Montreal taxi driver found on Saint Lawrence River

Montreal police are trying to locate Si Belkacem Si Lakhal, 52, who disappeared while on the job as a taxi driver in Montreal one week ago. Monday, Dec. 28, 2015. SPVM handout

Police have identified a body that washed up on the shore of the Saint Lawrence River in May as missing Montreal taxi driver  Si Belkacem Si Lakhal.

The last time anyone heard from Si Lakhal was apparently when he called a family member while driving his cab on Dec. 21, 2015.

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The 52-year-old’s taxi was found abandoned near the Peel Bassin with no unusual marks, leaving a big mystery for his family and Montreal police.

READ MORE: Missing Montreal taxi driver’s van found, search of canal turns up empty

After a long investigation and analysis, police confirmed that it was Si Lakhal.

Officers found no signs of criminal activity and are investigating the reason behind his disappearance.

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