Hamilton police have identified the man whose body was found at Pier 4 Park early Tuesday morning.
Investigators say a nearby resident was walking her dog around 8 a.m. when she discovered the unresponsive man in the north end of the park near the Leander Boat Club.
“She called 911 and began life-saving measures. Unfortunately, despite her attempts to resuscitate, the male was pronounced dead at the scene,” Det. Sgt. Sara Beck said during a press conference Wednesday.
Officers have now identified the man as 50-year-old Jason Gallant of Hamilton and say he was known to police.
Detectives believe the deceased man was at the park for hours and the incident occurred sometime overnight.
“The homicide unit is investigating the death as it has been deemed suspicious due to the injuries sustained,” Beck said.
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The cause of his death is currently unknown. An autopsy is expected to take place within the next two days.
Investigators say they do not have a suspect description at this time.
There is no indication that an altercation led to the death of the man.
A portion of Pier 4 park was closed for approximately 12 hours while officers investigated, but has since reopened.
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Police remain in the area of Pier 4 Wednesday.
This is the third homicide of the year so far.
Anyone with information regarding the investigation is asked to contact Det. Const. Lindsay Filice at 905-546-2288.