Police investigate suspicious death in Port Alberni, B.C.
Mounties on Vancouver Island are investigating the suspicious death of a man who was found suffering from serious injuries after an apparent assault over the weekend.
A statement Tuesday says the Port Alberni RCMP were called to a report of an assault near the intersection of Johnston Road and Victoria Quay at 12:42 a.m. Sunday.
Police found the victim at the scene. He was transported to hospital where he died of his injuries despite life-saving efforts, according to the statement.
Investigators are still working to determine the circumstances surrounding the man's death.
'Based on the initial information, this death is being treated as suspicious,' the statement said.
'The deceased has been identified, however their name is not being released at this time.'
Anyone with information or video related to the incident is asked to contact the Port Alberni RCMP at 250-723-2424.
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