Person found dead near river in The Pas linked to missing person case, RCMP believe

A person found dead near the Saskatchewan River in The Pas this week is believed to be connected to a missing person case, RCMP say.

The body was found near the river off First Street E. in The Pas on Monday, RCMP said in a new release Tuesday.

Investigators haven't confirmed the identity of the person yet but did say they believe the body is related to a missing person investigation.

An autopsy is being done to confirm the cause of death.

RCMP and the office of the chief medical examiner continue to investigate.

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