Homicide detectives in Edmonton are investigating the suspicious death of a 65-year-old man found deceased inside a residence in northeast Edmonton over the weekend. According to police, officers were dispatched to a house in the area of 135A Avenue and 68th Street at approximately 7:30 p.m. on Saturday. Upon arrival, they discovered the victim’s body within the residence.
A man and a woman who were also present at the scene were taken into custody, but police have not disclosed whether they are considered suspects, persons of interest, or witnesses. An autopsy is scheduled to take place on Wednesday to determine the exact cause of death.
The Edmonton Police Service is appealing to the public for any information that could assist in the investigation. Individuals with knowledge of the incident are urged to contact authorities at 780-423-4567 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. Anonymous tips can also be submitted online at www.p3tips.com/250.
This investigation comes amid concerning statistics released by the Edmonton Police Service, indicating a rise in violent crime in the city during 2023. The circumstances surrounding the suspicious death of this 65-year-old man remain under investigation, and further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.
