Provincial police say a suspicious death in Perth has now been ruled a homicide, but investigators believe the incident was targeted and not a risk to the public.
The Lanark County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police responded to Last Duel Park on Sunday, April 12, 2026, at about 3:15 p.m., where a person was found with life-threatening injuries. The victim was taken to a trauma centre and later pronounced dead.
Police have confirmed the identity of the deceased but say it will not be released until next of kin have been notified.
Investigators say there are no signs of a broader threat to the community. The park has since reopened and the heavy police presence seen earlier has been scaled back.
The investigation is being led by the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, with support from the Office of the Chief Coroner and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service. Additional assistance is being provided by specialized OPP units, including the Emergency Response Team and Forensic Identification Services.
Police say they continue to actively investigate and monitor the situation.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Lanark County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Anonymous tips can be submitted through Crime Stoppers.
