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Police investigating after three people found dead in Richmond Hill, Ont., home

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Police tape is shown in Toronto on May 2, 2017. York Regional Police say their homicide unit is investigating after three bodies were found in a home in Richmond Hill. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graeme Roy

RICHMOND HILL, Ont. — York Regional Police say their homicide unit is investigating after three bodies were found in a home in Richmond Hill.

Police say officers went to the home on Thursday afternoon to respond to a call for a wellness check.

They say three people were found dead inside the home.

Investigators add that the incident appears isolated and they don't believe there is a threat to public safety.

Few other details were provided, with no immediate word on how the people died.

Any witnesses are being asked to come forward.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Feb. 1, 2024.

The Canadian Press


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