Family finds human remains in Lake Erie

Published Jul 28, 2020 • Last updated 3 years ago • < 1 minute read

A family made a shocking discovery in Lake Erie at Pottahawk Point on Monday afternoon.

Police say the family contacted police after spotting human remains in the water.

Norfolk OPP Marine Unit responded to the scene at about 3:30 p.m.

The officers located a deceased person, who was subsequently brought back to shore. Further details about the person were not released.

A post mortem examination is to be conducted Tuesday to determine the cause of death.

Foul play is not suspected and the death is not being treated as suspicious, said police.

The investigation is ongoing.

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