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    OPP launches urgent investigation into mysterious discovery of unidentified woman near Pakenham

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    Posted on: November 12, 2023

    The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating after a body was located near Pakenham.

    On November 12, 2023, shortly after 12:00 p.m. officers received a report of a female being found in a body water near Pakenham. The identity of the individual is not yet known, and no further information can be released at this time.

    Members of the Lanark County Detachment, The Lanark County Crime Unit and OPP Forensic Identification Services continue to investigate, in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and Ontario Forensic Pathology Service. Investigators are asking anyone with information to contact police at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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