Quebec manhunt ends after police discover body believed to be Martin Carpentier
Saint-Apollinaire #Saint-Apollinaire
© THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO – Surete du Quebec Martin Carpentier, 44, is shown in this undated police handout photo. Quebec provincial police say they believe the body of a man discovered Monday evening in Saint-Apollinaire is that of Martin Carpentier.
The Sûreté du Québec says the body of a man they believe to be Martin Carpetnier has been discovered in Saint-Apollinaire.
Officers said a tip by a resident led to the discorvery at around 7 p.m. on Monday evening.
Read more: Manhunt for Martin Carpentier takes a turn as police shift investigation strategy
“Everything leads us to believe it is Martin Carpentier,” the SQ said in a Tweet. “According to initial findings, he took his own life.”
Police said they will not be commenting any further and will hold a briefing in coming days.
This is a breaking news story. More to come…