Man’s death near downtown Regina being investigated as murder

Regina police have launched a murder investigation into a man’s death in the city’s Core neighbourhood Thursday night.

In an emailed news release, the police service said officers were called to the 1800 block of St. John Street around 11:20 p.m., where they found the man’s body.

They secured the area, and called the coroner and members from the forensic identification and major crimes units.

Police say they have confirmed the man’s identity but have not released his name or age.

They continue to ask anyone with information about the circumstances of his death call them at 306-777-6500 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.