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By Canadian Press

RCMP investigate suspected homicide of Nanaimo man found dead Saturday

Feb 12, 2022 | 6:08 PM

NANAIMO, B.C. — Police say they are investigating after a man was found dead at a north Nanaimo business Saturday morning.

They say his death is being treated as a homicide.

The RCMP says officers were responding to the location for a well-being check.

Upon arrival, it says police found the man’s body, along with one other person. 

RCMP confirmed the second man has been taken into police custody.

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They say police, including forensic investigators, remain on scene but would not be providing any more information at this time.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Feb. 12, 2022.

The Canadian Press

by Canadian Press

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