The Renfrew OPP has released more information about their ongoing investigation into a suspicious death in Calabogie.
Officers were first sent to a call for service on Lanark Road just before 6:00 pm on Wednesday, May 6, where one person was located deceased.
Investigators believe this is an isolated incident with no signs of a broader threat.
The Renfrew County OPP Crime Unit continues to investigate and is actively monitoring the situation under the direction of the Criminal Investigation Branch, alongside the Office of the Chief Coroner and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service and OPP Forensic Identification Services.
Residents of the area can expect an increased police presence while their investigation continues.
Anyone with any information regarding this investigation should immediately contact the Renfrew OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or their website.
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3:30 pm: The Renfrew OPP confirm an ongoing investigation is happening in the area and that a heavy police presence should be expected for the time being.
Initial reports of a possible swatting incident connected to the case were false.
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3:00 pm: The Renfrew OPP are investigating what they are calling a likely swatting incident in Calabogie.
According to listener tips, a heavy police presence was seen at two homes along Lanark Road as early as 8:00 pm on Wednesday and again on Thursday afternoon.
A spokesperson for the OPP confirms that they were given information about a potentially serious matter. However, they now believe that there is no threat to public safety at this time.
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A pair of homes in Calabogie has been cordoned off as a heavy police presence continues in the township.
According to a listener tip, police were first seen near a pair of residences along Lanark Road at around 8:00 pm on Wednesday, May 6. More police have since been seen approaching the area.
myFM News has reached out to the Renfrew OPP for more information. Stay with us for updates.
(written by Kasey Egan)
