Winnipeg police say they’re investigating human remains found in North Kildonan as a homicide.
Police say they were called to the 200 block of Edison Avenue shortly before 5:30 a.m. Monday for the reports of what they’re calling “suspicious circumstances.”
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They say human remains were found in the area, and the homicide unit is now investigating.
Investigators are still working to identify the victim.
A media release from police Monday morning didn’t say whether the victim is a man or a woman or how investigators believe the person died.
In a tweet police said they expect to remain at the scene throughout the day.
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Police are asking those with surveillance cameras in the area to check their tapes for anything suspicious.
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Anyone with information or who may have heard or seen anything unusual is asked to call investigators at 204-986-6508 or Crime Stoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477).
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