A Barrie, Ont., creek linked to one of the city’s most grisly homicide cases is once again the focus of a police investigation after reports of bones were discovered in the area. On Thursday afternoon, officers and forensics could be seen surrounding Dyments Creek across from the former Victoria Street encampment. In a statement posted to social media, police say human remains were discovered, but investigators are working to determine the nature of the remains. Investigators combed the wooded area just northeast of the intersection of Anne Street South and Tiffin Street. “We can confirm at this time, that they are human remains,” Sargeant Matt Abofs with Barrie Police told CTV News on Thurdsay afternoon. “It is very early in the investigation, so it would be inappropriate to include any more information until we can continue with that and provide some more substantial details,” Abofs said. Located just steps away, the Victoria Street encampment, which once housed nearly 100 people, was evacuated and fenced off during a lengthy Barrie police homicide investigation last year. Nearly one year ago to the day, on July 31, police swarmed the encampment while carrying out the investigation that would soon grip the entire city. It remains unclear whether Thursday’s activity is connected to the previous investigation. Details surrounding the latest activity remain scarce. Mayor reacts “The discovery of remains in this area is understandably concerning, particularly given its proximity to where two people were tragically killed last year,” said Barrie Mayor Alex Nuttall when speaking to CTV News on Thursday. “We continue to remember those individuals and remain committed to doing everything in our power to keep Barrie safe. Once they have confirmed the remains, we will provide further comment,” Nuttall said. This is a developing story. CTV News will provide more details when they become available. With files from CTV’s Mike Lang.
