UPDATE (Nov. 23):
Kelowna RCMP said that the investigation into the man’s death has been turned over to the BC Coroners Service, noting that his death is not considered suspicious at this time.
The man has been identified as a 52-year-old Kelowna resident.
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Kelowna RCMP Serious Crime Unit is investigating the body of a man found in a park, Monday morning.
Police were called to the 1500 block of Sutherland Avenue and Birch Avenue, about 8:17 a.m.
The BC Coroners Service is also on scene assisting investigators.
More to come.
@KelownaRCMP on scene of park on Sutherland Ave. after body was discovered Monday morning. A porta potty is being brought in to replace the one tapped off by police. pic.twitter.com/WZZTDndKAG
— Jen Zielinski (she/her) (@Jen_zee) November 22, 2021
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