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Police release update on investigation into human remains discovered in Thornton
July 2, 2026 · 0 Comments
By Brian Lockhart
Police are continuing their investigation into a death in Thornton following DNA confirmation of
the deceased’s gender.
Shortly before 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, June 2, Nottawasaga Ontario Provincial Police officers
were called to a residence near the 10th Line and 10th Sideroad in Thornton after human
remains were located.
Due to the condition of the recovered human remains, specialized forensic testing, including
DNA analysis, was undertaken to assist with identification.
The results have confirmed that the remains belong to an adult male, revising earlier preliminary
findings that suggested the individual was female.
The identity of the deceased has not yet been confirmed.
The OPP is requesting the public’s assistance and is asking anyone with information that may
assist this investigation, including observations of suspicious circumstances or activity in the
area, to contact police. Local residents will continue to see an increased police presence in the
area as the investigation continues.
The Nottawasaga OPP Crime Unit is conducting the investigation under the direction of the OPP
Criminal Investigation Branch, in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and Ontario
Forensic Pathology Service. Assistance is being provided by the OPP’s Emergency Response
Team, Canine Unit and Forensic Identification Services.
Further information will be released as it becomes available.
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