UPDATE: The NRP has identified the human remains but it will not be releasing the name out of respect for next of kin.
Foul play is not suspected.
Police are investigating after a body was found in St. Catharines.
Someone hiking in Burgoyne Woods came across the human remains on Friday afternoon and called police. Niagara Regional Police have not identified the body.
Forensic services and the office of the coroner are investigating.
Anyone with information should call police.
Acting Regional Chair Reassures Flood Victims
Tom Insinna says the region is working around the clock to help people
Calls to Fire Department Skyrocket
Fire Chief says a whole apartment building had to be evacuated
'Scene from Monsoon Season in Asia': Mayor
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Man Wanted for Break and Enters
Police say a stolen van was found in Welland, looking for a St. Catharines man
Mother Nature Hits Niagara Again
Update: Mayor Mat Siscoe declares State of Emergency as more homes, basements are flooded, as does Lincoln
One Arrest in Port Colborne RIDE
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Man Critically Hurt in Crash
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Sewers Working During Storm: City
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