Human remains recovered from Ottawa River in Clarence-Rockland
Human remains have been discovered in the Ottawa River.
Around 10:30 a.m. on Monday, April 15, a person fishing at the boat launch on Edwards Street in Clarence-Rockland called the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) to report what appeared to be human remains in the water.
Russell County OPP officers, with assistance from the Clarence-Rockland Fire Department, responded to the location and recovered the body.
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An investigation is now underway to determine the identity of the deceased and the circumstances surrounding the death, and a post-mortem examination will be conducted.
The OPP does not believe there is any concern for public safety.
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