OPP Cruiser. BlackburnNews.com photoOPP Cruiser. BlackburnNews.com photo
Midwestern

UPDATE: missing man found dead

Provincial police say the search for a missing man in the Bognor Marsh area has reached a tragic conclusion.

On Wednesday, at about 12:45 p.m., police received a report that a 38-year-old man named Jason was believed to be in the Bognor Marsh area. He had last been seen on December 2 in Peel Region and officers were concerned about his wellbeing.

On Thursday morning, police said area residents would notice an increased police presence in the area of Bognor Marsh as they searched for the man.

However, on Thursday afternoon, police announced that the man had been found dead.

Police do not suspect foul play.

Read More Local Stories

New military crosswalk rendering. (Image courtesy of the Sarnia Legion Branch 62)

New military crosswalk in Sarnia to be unveiled

As part of a partnership between the Sarnia Legion Branch 62 and City of Sarnia, an unveiling ceremony will be held at the corner of Christina Street and Wellington Street on Sunday, June 7, at 2 p.m.

Members of the Sarnia Police Service entering a Tashmoo Avenue residence on June 4, 2026. (Photo courtesy of the Sarnia Police Service)

Two men arrested in Tashmoo Ave. standoff

Sarnia police said the investigation began on May 29 after the victim was allegedly attacked by acquaintances at a residence near Tashmoo Avenue and Christopher Drive at Aamjiwnaang First Nation.