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Man, 30, found dead in apartment in Hagersville, Ont., after reports of fire

HAGERSVILLE, Ont. — A homicide investigation is now underway in Hagersville, Ont., after a body was found in an apartment.

Fire crews responded on Wednesday to reports of smoke coming from the unit.

Inside, responders found the body of a 30-year-old man.

Police say the Office of the Ontario Fire Marshal is helping with the investigation.

The dead man has been identified as Tyler King, of the Mississauga's of the Credit First Nation.

Police say they have no concern for public safety.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published on Aug. 3, 2020.

The Canadian Press


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