Update
Police have provided more information about the death that took place last night before midnight.
Officers responded to reports of gunshots in a multi-unit residence building in the 600 block of Bay Street.
"Upon arrival, officers located a 25-year-old victim who had sustained gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to hospital and later succumbed to their injuries."
The victim's identity is not being released at this time.
"Detectives with Investigation Services were assigned and are now investigating this as a suspicious death."
A grid search has been concluded. The investigation is ongoing and officers are expected to remain on the scene throughout the weekend.
Original story
A 25-year-old has died following an incident in the 600 block of Bay Street.
The Sault Ste. Marie Police Service said officers responded to a call just before midnight yesterday regarding a victim with serious injuries.
“The victim was transported to the hospital and later succumbed to their injuries,” police said.
Officers are continuing the investigation.
Police say “it is believed that this is an isolated incident, as the people involved are known to each other."
A communications person with the police service confirmed no arrests have been made as of noon on Friday.
There will be an increased police presence in the area as the Emergency Services Unit will be conducting a grid search.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Sault Ste. Marie Police by calling Det. Sgt. Sean O’Dell at (705) 949-6300 ext. 288.
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