Body found on banks of N.B. river identified as man missing since January

The body discovered along the Restigouche River on Tuesday has been identified as a man who was reported missing in January.

READ MORE: Body found along Restigouche River in Campbellton, N.B.

A resident walking along the edge of the river near Rimap Park discovered the remains.

READ MORE: Police continue search for Campbellton, N.B. man reported missing in January

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An autopsy has revealed the remains are those of Lawrence Caissie, 59, of Campbellton, N.B. RCMP say Caissie was last seen leaving the Campbellton Regional Hospital on Jan. 4 and was reported missing to police the next day.

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“Police are continuing to investigate the exact cause of death, however, foul play is not believed to be involved,” RCMP said in a news release.

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Just last month, RCMP renewed their calls for help finding Caissie and said they were concerned about him.