25-year-old man who was already in custody on unrelated matters, charged with second-degree murder in Guelph Ontario

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Guelph police announced that an unresponsive 51-year-old man was located within his apartment unit in the area of Woolwich Street and Speedvale Avenue on Tuesday, November 5th. He was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Following a thorough investigation, which included a post-mortem examination, the death was ruled a homicide. Police said it is believed the victim died on or about October 21.

A 25-year-old man of no fixed address, who was already in custody on unrelated matters, has been charged with second-degree murder. He will appear in bail court Friday November 8th. There is no ongoing threat to public safety.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Guelph Police Service Major Crime Unit at mcu@guelphpolice.ca, leave an anonymous message for Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477)