Two men linked to suspicious death in northern Ont. located

Men wanted in connection with a suspicious death were located by police on Sunday after authorities had closed roads and warned against picking up hitchhikers.

Ontario Provincial Police announced Saturday evening, on social media, that two men sought in connection with a suspicious death in Bonfield, Ont., have been located.

“The OPP would like to thank the public for their assistance in the matter,” police said in the post.

The names or descriptions of the men have not been released.

Road closure and early police response

Earlier that morning, officers were called to a residence on Trunk Road in Bonfield at approximately 6:45 a.m., where one person was found deceased. The OPP quickly closed Trunk Road between Fichault Road and McNutt Road in Rutherglen as the investigation unfolded. By midday on July 19, police issued a public advisory, urging motorists not to pick up hitchhikers in the area and to report any suspicious persons.

Cause of death under investigation

Authorities have not yet confirmed the cause of death but emphasized the ongoing nature of the case. The OPP warned residents to remain vigilant and report any unusual activity. Multiple police units, including OPP aviation specialists and the canine unit, were deployed to assist in the investigation.

Ontario’s chief coroner will conduct a post-mortem examination.

Authorities have not released any details about the deceased.

Continued police presence expected

“An increased police presence should continue to be expected in the area as the investigation progresses,” OPP said in a news release Saturday afternoon.

Anyone with information related to the incident or death is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122, 91 or Crime Stoppers anonymously.

“Further information will be released as it becomes available,” said authorities.