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Winnipeg police investigating after teen found dead on Balmoral Street

Winnipeg is nearing a record-breaking year for homicides. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graeme Roy

Winnipeg police are investigating after a teen was found dead on Balmoral Street Friday morning.

At 8:23 a.m. officers went to the 500 block of Balmoral Street for a report of suspicious circumstances.

Upon arrival, officers found a teen dead outside of a residence. His death is considered suspicious at this time, police say.

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The victim has been identified as a 16-year-old boy from Winnipeg.

Anyone with information that may assist investigators is asked to call 204-986-6508 or Crime Stoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477)

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