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Body found in the Fraser River

Darpan News Desk The Canadian Press, 26 Jul, 2024 10:12 AM
  • Body found in the Fraser River

Richmond R-C-M-P say they've launched an investigation after a body was found in the Fraser River near an industrial area earlier this week. 

Mounties say the human remains were found Tuesday in the water after getting a call around midday on July 22nd. 

Police say they're now working with the B-C Coroners Service to identify the body and figure out the cause of death

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