Oak Bay police said they were in the park June 1, around 4:30 p.m. after a man died in the park. The death is not considered suspicious. (Google Maps)

Oak Bay police said they were in the park June 1, around 4:30 p.m. after a man died in the park. The death is not considered suspicious. (Google Maps)

Sudden death in Oak Bay park draws police response

Man’s death at Willows Park deemed not suspicious

A police and emergency services presence at Willows Park Tuesday afternoon prompted some attention from park users.

The Oak Bay Police Department tweeted on June 1, at 4:40 p.m. to let residents know they were there responding to a man who died in the park.

The death is not believed to be suspicious.

READ ALSO: Police impound Mercedes driven at excessive speed in Oak Bay streets

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