Police, Ministry of Labour investigate death of Sudbury teen
Police in Greater Sudbury and the Ontario Ministry of Labour have confirmed they are investigating the death of 19-year-old Rocco Renaud.
Renaud was killed at a job site in Lively on May 23. Police responded around 8 p.m. to an address in the community.
'The individual was located unconscious and with no vital signs,' police spokesperson Kaitlyn Dunn said in an email.
'He was transported to hospital by Paramedic Services, where he was unfortunately pronounced deceased.'
While the time of death has not yet been confirmed, Dunn said police are investigating.
'Detectives from the Major Crime Section are working in collaboration with the Ministry of Labour and the Coroner's Office,' she said.
Fatal injuries
The Ministry of Labour confirmed that Renaud died at a workplace at a residence in Lively.
'It was reported that a worker was fatally injured while performing maintenance work,' the ministry said in an email.
'The ministry extends its sincere condolences to the family and colleagues of the worker. Following the notification, ministry inspectors attended the scene to investigate. As the investigation is ongoing, no further details are available at this time.'
His obituary said he was 'a bright light in the lives of all who knew him.
'A young man whose passion, kindness and adventurous spirit brought joy to everyone around him,' the obituary said.
'An avid sportsman, Rocco found his greatest happiness on the ice, the fairways, the slopes and in the great outdoors. His love for hockey was unmatched — whether he was skating across the rink with determination or cheering for his favourite team, his enthusiasm was contagious.'
'Rest easy, Rocco. You will forever be in our hearts.'
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