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Owen Sound police have charged a 30-year-old local man with second-degree murder following a fatal incident in the city early Friday morning, November 13, 2026.

Emergency crews responded to an incident in the 700 block of 2nd Avenue East during the early morning hours. A 36-year-old man was transported to Brightshores Health System, where he was later pronounced deceased.

Following an investigation by the Owen Sound Police Service Criminal Investigations Branch, a 30-year-old Owen Sound man was arrested and charged with second-degree murder.

The accused is expected to appear in bail court on November 14, 2026.

Police say there is no ongoing threat to public safety. The investigation remains active.

Anyone with information about the incident is encouraged to contact Constable Graham Robilliard with the Owen Sound Police Service at 519-376-1234, extension 1199.