Ontario Provincial Police are investigating after they say human remains were found in a community east of North Bay, Ont.
OPP say they were called Sunday morning to an area in Head, Clara and Maria Township after the remains were discovered.
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They say the remains have since been identified as those of 26-year-old Hakim Muhikira of Ottawa.
Police say preliminary information suggests there isn’t a broader threat to the public.
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They say there will be an increased police presence in the area as the investigation continues.
Anyone with information is urged to come forward.
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