Sudden Death Being Investigated in Athens by OPP

Athens – Leeds OPP is investigating the sudden death of a young adult man that occurred in Athens earlier today.

Police say around 8:15 a.m. Saturday morning they responded to an address on Main Street in Athens to investigate the death.

Forensic Identification Services, the Office of the Chief Coroner, the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service and Leeds County OPP Crime Unit are part of the investigation.

They say a heavy police presence will remain for several hours to allow for a complete and thorough investigation and to please avoid the area.

If anyone has any information or may have seen suspicious activity in the area, contact the Leeds County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. If you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or leave your tip online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca.