London police are looking into a death that occurred at the city’s micro-shelter site on Wednesday.
Emergency crews arrived at the shelter community on Cheese Factory Road near Hwy 401 and Highbury Avenue just after 12 p. m. following reports of someone unresponsive.
“At this time, the death does not appear to be suspicious in nature, and we are working in collaboration with members of the Chief Coroner’s office,” said Sgt. Sandasha Bough of the London Police Service in a statement.
The identity of the person who passed away has not been shared yet.
The site, which accommodates around 70 individuals experiencing homelessness, is managed by the City of London, along with outreach workers and security firm Xpera, and has been operational since February.
“This afternoon we were advised by the site operator, Xpera, that a resident had passed away in the housing community. We are saddened to hear of the individual’s passing,” said Kevin Dickins, deputy city manager of social and health development for the City of London, in a statement.
“The operator is managing the response and are providing supports to other residents that need it. The City is working closely, supporting Xpera.”
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