Hamilton Police investigating the death of a man in the
suburb of Bader last night are seeking help from the
public.
Detective Senior Sergeant William Loughrin
says a scene examination is continuing at the Slim Street
property today and is likely to continue for several more
days.
A homicide investigation was launched following
the man's death at the scene after reports of an assault,
and Police are working to identify and locate the
offender.
A post mortem will be undertaken
tomorrow.
Detective Senior Sergeant William Loughrin
says: "As part of our inquiries, Police are looking for
anyone who may have witnessed people and/or vehicles coming
or going from the address of 8 Slim Street between around
5:30pm and 5:45pm yesterday evening.
"If you have not
already spoken to Police, please come forward with any
information you may have, no matter how small."
You
can get in touch with Police on 105, either on the phone or
online, and quote file number
200605/7207.
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