Calgary police are investigating after a body was found near the Centre Street Bridge Wednesday morning.
At about 8:00 a.m., police were called to a grassy area near the intersection of Centre Street and Samis Road to check on the welfare of a person in the area. Crews declared the victim dead at the scene.
Officers say the death is being considered suspicious at this time. The Medical Examiner is investigating and will attempt to determine the circumstances surrounding the person's death.
The Homicide Unit is also investigating. Information regarding the victim's age, gender or identity has not been disclosed. An autopsy will be conducted on Thursday.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the Calgary Police Service non-emergency line at 403-266-1234 or the Homicide Unit Tip Line at 403-428-8877.
Tips can also be left anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers using any of the following methods:
TALK: 1-800-222-8477
TYPE: www.calgarycrimestoppers.org
TEXT: tttTIPS to 274637
