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By Noah Rishaug

SUDDEN DEATH

Body found in Valleyview dumpster identified as Gregory Troy Hamilton

Apr 22, 2023 | 12:39 PM

KAMLOOPS — Kamloops Police have released new information regarding the investigation into the body that was discovered in a dumpster on the 1900-block of Curlew Drive on April 20th.

Police have identified the individual as Gregory Troy Hamilton. Who was known to many under the alias “monster”

“Troy, who many may know as ‘Monster’, was a transient resident in both the Kamloops and 100 Mile House communities,” said Sergeant Nestor Baird of the Kamloops RCMP Serious Crime Unit.

Police are continuing to appeal to the public for any information that may assist in the investigation. Anyone who may have seen Mr. Hamilton in the days leading up to his death, or who may have information about his movements or associates, is urged to come forward.

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“We are asking members of the public to please have a look at his picture and contact us if they have any information related to his recent movements or recognize him as someone they saw around their neighbourhood. Collecting as much information as possible from the days leading up to his death will help us timeline his last movements as part of the investigation into what transpired.” Sgt. Baird continued.

The BC Coroners Service is also continuing its investigation into the cause of Mr. Hamilton’s death. There is no confirmation on whether or not foul play was involved.

No further details are available at this time, but Kamloops Police say they will provide updates as the investigation progresses.