Lorence Williams, suspect in suspicious death in Rutland. (Submitted photo/RCMP)

By Pete McIntyre

Man found dead in home

RCMP trying to locate suspect in man’s death

May 31, 2021 | 10:30 AM

RCMP in Kelowna are seeking public assistance to locate a suspect in a suspicious death investigation.

Police were called to a residence in the Rutland area on Sunday, May 30 just after 10:00 p.m., after an adult male resident was located deceased.

“At this time, we are not releasing the name of the deceased,” Cpl. Jocelyn Noseworthy said. “However police believe that the victim and the suspect were known to one another.”

The Kelowna RCMP Serious Crime Unit has taken control of the investigation and is seeking the public’s help in locating Lorence Williams, 40, who is being considered a suspect in the death.

Williams is described as:

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– Black male

– 40-years-old

– Short black hair

– 6’0”/183 cm

– Thin build

“If Lorence sees or hears this, we ask him to contact the police of jurisdiction immediately,” Noseworthy said.

Should you encounter Williams, or have information regarding his whereabouts, do not approach him and immediately call 911.