(SOUTH-WEST OXFORD, ON) -The Oxford Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating the discovery of human remains in South-West Oxford Township.
On Monday, September 1, 2025, at approximately 2:45 p.m., officers responded to a report of suspected human remains found on a property on Beachville Road. Upon investigation, the remains were confirmed to be human.
Preliminary information suggests that there are no signs of a broader threat. Police continue to investigate and are monitoring the situation. Residents in the area can expect to see an increased police presence.
This investigation is being conducted by the Oxford OPP Crime Unit, under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service. Assistance is being provided by OPP Forensic Identification Services.
The investigation is in its early stages and more information will be released when available.
Anyone with information that may assist the investigation is asked to contact the Oxford OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.