Body found near Nicomekl River in Langley

RCMP and BC Coroners Service investigating discovery of human remains

Body found near  Nicomekl River in Langley

A body has been found near the Nicomekl River in Langley.

It was discovered Saturday (Oct. 11) by a  man out for a walk in the 20700 block of 53A Avenue, who contacted police.

After the sighting was confirmed by officers at the scene, RCMP forensic officers and the BC Coroner’s Service were called in.

The body was retrieved with the assistance of the RCMP Dive Team and Langley City Fire-Rescue Service.

Fraser Valley Search and Rescue conducted a search for evidence.

The Langley RCMP said they have confirmed the identity of the individual but no further details will be released until next of kin are notified.

A forensic autopsy has been ordered.

 

Langley Times