A 29-year-old man who had been reported missing over the weekend has been identified as the victim of a homicide at Kettle and Stony Point First Nation.
The Ontario Provincial Police said the body of David Jordan Oliver of Kettle and Stony Point First Nation was discovered at around 1:15 p.m. on August 2 when Lambton OPP officers, the West Region Emergency Response Team and OPP canine unit were assisting Anishinabek police with a search.
An autopsy was conducted on Monday and police have since ruled the death a homicide.
Oliver was reported missing over the weekend after he didn't show up for work. He was last seen early Friday morning at around 3 a.m. near the first nation reserve. Family and friends had expressed concern for his welfare.
Police said an investigation is ongoing and further information will be provided as it becomes available.
Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact the Lambton County OPP Crime Unit at 519-882-1011 or 1-888-310-1122. Those who wish to remain anonymous can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).