Woodstock man charged with murder

Lee Griffi, Editor

Woodstock Police have made an arrest following a lengthy suspicious death investigation in the city.

Police responded to a call for service to conduct a welfare check at a residence on the west end of Dundas Street on March 12.

Officers located a 24-year-old deceased male, and in consultation with the Office of the Chief Coroner for Ontario, the death was determined to be suspicious in nature.

“At the time, police said the circumstances surrounding the death are considered suspicious due to foul play, and investigators remain on the scene. At this time, there is no known risk to public safety,” said a press release.

“An intensive investigation by the Woodstock Police Service Criminal Investigations Branch, involving multiple units and partner agencies, led to the identification of a suspect. During the investigation, a second incident occurred involving the same suspect. No physical injuries were reported as a result of the second incident,” said Detective Constable North Davies.

Woodstock Police have now arrested a 20-year-old Woodstock resident, Romario Henry, and charged him with second-degree murder. The accused remains in custody at this time.

Police have confirmed that the accused and the victim were known to one another.

“The Woodstock Police Service would like to thank members of the public for their cooperation in this investigation, including the submission of video footage and the provision of information that assisted investigators,” he added.

Police say no further information will be released due to ongoing court proceedings and out of respect for the victim’s family.