Body of man in his 30s found near waterfront in Lachine Wednesday morning
SPVM confirms no visible marks of violence on the deceased discovered near René-Lévesque Park. Autopsy will determine cause of death.
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A body of a man in his 30s was discovered near René-Lévesque Park in Lachine on Wednesday morning, with Montreal police finding no visible marks of violence on the deceased.
The 911 call came in around 9:15 a.m. after the discovery near the waterfront. An initial examination by first responders revealed no signs of trauma on the body. The SPVM said an autopsy will determine the cause of death.
Montreal Police confirmed on Tuesday that they are ruling out foul play in the case. Police spokesperson Jean-Pierre Brabant said an autopsy would be performed to establish the cause of death.
The identity of the deceased has not been released. No information is available on whether witnesses were present at the scene or on the circumstances leading to the discovery.
The facts
When was the body discovered?
The body was found near René-Lévesque Park in Lachine on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, in the morning.
What time did police receive the 911 call?
The call came in around 9:15 a.m.
Were there visible signs of violence on the body?
No. Montreal police found no visible marks of violence and no signs of trauma on the deceased.
