Frederick Hatch photo submitted to Blackburn News from  OPP.Frederick Hatch photo submitted to Blackburn News from OPP.
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Police Seek Information On Homicide Victim Found Near Erin

Wellington County OPP have released further information about a homicide victim found dead near Erin earlier this month.

The body of 65-year-old Frederick John Hatch was found at about 7am on December 17, east of the 10th line off Wellington Rd. 124.

Police believe he travelled from eastern Ontario Wednesday, December 16.

He was known to hitchhike and it is believed he travelled along Hwy. 7.

Police say he's about 5'6", with a heavier build, a grey downward curling mustache and grey shoulder length hair. He was wearing a dark coloured hoodie and jeans.

Anyone who saw or had contact with Hatch should call police using the toll free tip line 1-844-677-5010.

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