Police launch homicide investigation after man found dead in Barrhaven

Ottawa Police are investigating a homicide after a 58-year-old man was found dead on Friday night near the Stonebridge Golf Course in Barrhaven. The police received the call around 5:15 p.m. and confirmed the man was pronounced dead at the scene. The area around Pondhollow Way and Golflinks Drive was closed for investigation, with the Forensics Unit present. No arrests have been made, and authorities do not believe there is a risk to public safety. This incident marks a significant development in Barrhaven, as it is now classified as a homicide investigation, differing from previous reports of unexplained deaths in the area.