The RCMP have identified a 51-year-old Merritt man as the person who was found dead near Nicola Lake this week.
The body of Dennis Michael Walters was found just before 8 a.m. Tuesday morning. Police said yesterday his death was suspicious and today they confirmed that Walters was murdered.
“We are releasing Dennis’ identity in order to help move the investigation forward,” BC RCMP Staff Sgt. Janelle Shoihet said, in a statement. “We are hopeful that in doing so, we can help timeline the events leading up to his death.”
The Southeast District Major Crime Unit is continuing its investigation.
“We are asking anyone who has knowledge of Dennis’ whereabouts on Monday, Sept. 13 until the discovery of his body on Tuesday, Sept. 14, or has any other information which may assist in the investigation, to call us,” she added.
Anyone with information is asked call the Southeast District Major Crime Unit tipline at 1-877-987-8477.