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Human remains found at scene of fire near Tofino

The remains were discovered as officials were investigating a structure fire in Warn Bay
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The Vancouver Island Major Crime Unit has been called in after human remains were discovered near Tofino.

RCMP Sgt. Todd Pebernat said officials found the remains on Sunday during a structure fire investigation in the area of Warn Bay, about a 90-minute drive from Tofino.

The RCMP, Canadian Coast Guard and BC Coroners Service assisted with the body’s retrieval.

The cause and identity of the deceased are still under investigation.

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I arrived at the Westerly News as a reporter and photographer in January 2012.
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