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Man accused of first-degree murder faces first court appearance

The body of Austin Theriault, 19, was found in the Bozzer Park area on July 13
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Timmins Police officers close off Bozzer Park on July 14, 2016. Timmins Police photo

NEWS RELEASE

TIMMINS POLICE

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First appearance court date set: first-degree murder

The Timmins Police Service is confirming that the first appearance court date for Nathan Koostachin, 19, of Timmins, is set for July 26 at Provincial Court in Timmins.

The Timmins Police Service – Criminal Investigation Division (CID) laid a charge of first degree murder against Koostachin in the course of their investigation into the death of Austin Theriault, 19, of Timmins.

The body of the deceased was located in the area of Bozzer Park on the morning of July 13.

A comprehensive criminal investigation involving Timmins Police front line officers, the Forensic Identification Unit, and Criminal Investigation Division officers led to the arrest of the accused.

Nathan Koostachin, 19, of Timmins, is charged with one count of first degree murder contrary to the Criminal Code of Canada and will appear in Provincial Court in Timmins on July 26 to set a date.

The Timmins Police Service continues to liaise with the family of the victim by means of its Victim’s Services Section to offer continued support and guidance.

The Timmins Police Service continues with its investigative efforts in regards to this matter in consultation with the Crown Attorney’s Office of Timmins.

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