Body found in Clearwater County being investigated as homicide, Mounties say

A picture of an RCMP vehicle — FILE - An Alberta RCMP cruiser. (Tom Ross, CityNews Photo)

Posted Nov 17, 2024 1:22 pm.

Last Updated Nov 17, 2024 1:25 pm.

A body found by hunters in a remote wooded area in Clearwater County Friday is being investigated as a homicide, Alberta RCMP said.

Along with Alberta Fish and Wildlife, Mounties confirmed the individual is a man who had injuries and died recently.

Police say the Alberta RCMP Major Crimes Unit has taken over the investigation.

RCMP Cpl. Lou Leroux says little information can be released on the case pending an autopsy set for early next week.

Clearwater County is a large area which includes Rocky Mountain House and is bordered by Banff and Red Deer.

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