Message from County of Renfrew on weekend homicides

RELEASE DATE:

May 23, 2023

The County of Renfrew and Renfrew County Housing Corporation are deeply saddened by the events of this past weekend. We consider the safety and well-being of our staff and our residents to be of utmost importance and we will be assessing the ongoing situation with our community and municipal partners, including the Ontario Provincial Police and other first responders, the Town of Renfrew, and the City of Pembroke.

“Our thoughts go out to all who have been impacted by these violent acts,” said Renfrew County Warden Peter Emon.

These two apparently isolated incidents have and will affect our community for some time to come and we, along with our partners, have already begun the task of supporting those individuals, families, and groups affected by the events and will continue to do so until it is no longer required.

Area residents impacted by this weekend’s tragedies are encouraged to reach out for support, if required, to the following agencies:

• Renfrew County Victim Services – 1-877-568-5730
• Mental Health Services Crisis Line – 1-866-996-0991
• Phoenix Centre for Children & Families – 1-800-465-1870

As the investigations into these incidents is ongoing, the County of Renfrew will not be making further comment.

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FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:

Tina Peplinskie        Media Relations Coordinator                             613-735-7288