Body found in Detroit River identified
Detroit River near Fighting Island in LaSalle, Ont. on Nov. 13, 2024. (Michelle Maluske/CTV News Windsor)
The man found in the Detroit last month has been identified, according to the LaSalle Police Service.
Officers said the family of the man has been notified. The body was recovered from the river on Nov. 13.
The LPS confirm there are no suspicions of foul play, and the investigation is now finished.
The name of the man will not be released.
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