Advertisement

Edmonton police homicide unit investigate suspicious death on Christmas Day

Edmonton Police badge is seen during a police memorial parade in Ottawa Sunday September 26, 2010. The Canadian Press Images/Francis Vachon. The Canadian Press Images/Francis Vachon

EDITOR’S NOTE: This article originally said the victim’s age was 45 based on information provided by the Edmonton Police Service. On Dec. 27, 2017, police said the man was actually 48. The article has been updated with the corrected age of the victim.

Edmonton police are investigating a suspicious death after a body was found in a south-side residence on Monday morning.

Get daily Canada news delivered to your inbox so you'll never miss the day's top stories.

Get daily National news

Get daily Canada news delivered to your inbox so you'll never miss the day's top stories.
By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.

Police responded to a call for assistance at a home near 73 Avenue and 77 Street at about 3:30 a.m. on Christmas Day.

Officers found a 48-year-old man dead inside.

Edmonton police said an autopsy has been scheduled.

The homicide unit has taken over the investigation, EPS said.

Anyone with information is asked to call Edmonton police at 780-423-4567 or to contact Crime Stoppers.

Advertisement

Sponsored content

AdChoices