An investigation is continuing after a man was found dead in a wooded area near Gages Creek in Port Hope.
The Port Hope Police Service issued a brief update on the investigation the morning of Friday, June 7, 2024.
In the update, police confirmed a 44-year-old male was found unresponsive in a wooded area near Gages Creek on the evening of Wednesday, June 5.
In the Friday update, police reiterated that a joint investigation between Port Hope and Northumberland OPP is underway.
“There is no threat to public safety at this time,” echoed the service.
No other details have been released about the investigation despite multiple inquiries with both services in recent days.
Up until Friday morning, police would only confirm a body was found and that the two services are investigating.
(Written by: Sarah Hyatt)