(St. John’s, NL) July 17, 2024 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) is investigating a suspicious death in St. John’s.

On Tuesday (July 16), at approximately 8:40 p.m., Operational Patrol Services responded to the area of Water Street near Springdale Street following a report of potential human remains. On arrival, patrol officers located human remains in the area and proceeded to secure the scene. The Criminal Investigation Division was engaged to investigate the death, which is believed to be suspicious.

The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner will conduct an investigation to determine the identity of the deceased, as well as the cause of death.

The investigative team is currently information gathering, and seek any information or video footage in the noted area in recent days. Any suspicious activity that was observed should be reported to the RNC to assist the investigation.

Anyone with information to assist is asked to contact the RNC at 709-729-8000. To report anonymously, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), or visit www.nlcrimestoppers.com.

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File # 2024-45647

 

Cst. James. C. Cadigan  #775
Media Relations & Public Communication
Royal Newfoundland Constabulary
media@rnc.gov.nl.ca
(709) 729-8658