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Deceased man found in Trail

Trail RCMP believe drugs killed a 61-year-old city man.

Police say drug paraphernalia was found near the man by fire fighters who unsuccessfully tried to revive him.

RCMP and other first responders rushed to a residence in the 700 block of Elliot St at around 9:30 a.m. on Sat May 24.

A witness called authorities after finding the victim slumped over in a chair and unresponsive.

He had been hired to do work by the property owner.

Detachment Commander Mike Wicentowich says foul play is not suspected.

“Trail RCMP suspect the consumption of drugs to be a factor in the man’s death. The opioid crisis continues to claim lives every day in Canada,
commented. Wicentowich.

The investigation has been handed over to the provincial coroner.


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Drew brings more than four decades of experience to the Kootenay newsroom. His career has taken him across Ontario, the Northwest Territories and B.C. Drew combines his love of radio and community with his passion for sports.

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