Man dies after being found suffering from burns in downtown Ottawa, police say

Man found with burns downtown dies A man who was found with burns on Monday has died, prompting a homicide investigation. CTV's Katie Griffin reports.

The Ottawa Police Service says a man found suffering from burns in the downtown core Monday morning died in hospital.

The Homicide Unit is investigating after officers were called to the 100 block of Queen Street, near O’Connor Street, in response to a burn victim just after 6 a.m.

"The circumstances surrounding the incident are currently under investigation," police said on X, calling it a “serious assault investigation” Monday morning.

Police say the man's death is being investigated as a homicide.

In an update on Tuesday, police said the Homicide Unit continues to "actively investigate the suspicious circumstances."

"Each investigation is complex, and we are committed to sharing an update as soon as possible while still maintaining the investigation's integrity and allowing for appropriate notification of their next of kin," police said.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Ottawa Police Service’s Homicide Unit at 613-236-1222, ext. 5493.