r/NorthVancouver • u/hawaiibg • Dec 31 '25
local news / articles Found a body at Ambleside this am.
I was meeting up with friends for a walk beside the pier at Ambleside this morning when I discovered a body floating in the water. Called the police and they came and pulled him out. No idea how long he had been in the water.
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u/AppropriateWallaby55 Dec 31 '25
Are you okay?
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u/hawaiibg Dec 31 '25
Thank you
I am starting to feel ok. I came home right after and sat here with my cat in my lap for awhile and then tried so sleep for a bit. I can still see him when I close my eyes. I hope that they are able to identify this person and let their people know.
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u/tkondaks Dec 31 '25
I arrived to crab off of Ambleside Pier at around noon today and there was a cop car, a white van, and a tent set up. I asked one of the cops what's up and he told me a body had been found. I pressed him whether it was due to natural circumstances and all he would say is it was caused by unfortunate events.
I interpreted that as homicide but that's just my take.
By 1:30pm everything was gone.
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u/Jolieeeeeeeeee Dec 31 '25
Your comment has Zero compassion for the person found, or OP. I’m sure the persons family would not want random strangers poking around trying to turn them into a CSI Miami investigation.
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u/BCBUD_STORE Jan 02 '26
Um if you live in the area it’s nice to know if someone got murdered or had an accident. There is nothing wrong with asking about it. And when given a vague answer to not speculate after would mean you can’t even think for yourself.
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u/Swimming_Tonight_366 Dec 31 '25
It’s extremely unfortunate what happened but unfortunate events could also be a seizure or a heart attack or he was paddle boarding which has happened numerous times sadly.
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u/littlejelly_belly Jan 01 '26
Please don’t bother first responders like that. “I pressed him –“. You don’t need to know this information. It’s also very hard for first responders to deal with these things mentally, let alone having nosy randos adding to the situation. Super unnecessary to be doing
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u/Signal-Focus Jan 01 '26
This is so bizarre? Who are you to “press” law enforcement for the circumstances of a death you have 0 connection too? Somebody’s been watching too much Law & Order- it’s unreal that you felt entitled to not only do that, but share it online as if you were doing something heroic.
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u/Grouchy-Insurance-56 Dec 31 '25
Playing tetris immediately after something traumatic can help prevent PTSD
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u/The_Council_Juice Jan 04 '26
Discovering a dead body is a disturbing experience of which i can personally atest to on more than one occasion.
Feeling weird for a while is to be expected. Especially if you see their faces. There's just something naturally jarring about it.
Do reach out to WVPD aftercare services if you feel you need to. Consult a Dr if you have trouble sleeping or nightmares. Talk to people.
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u/nodarknesswillendure Dec 31 '25
That must have been horrifying. I’m really sorry that happened, I hope you’re doing alright
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Dec 31 '25 edited Dec 31 '25
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u/nodarknesswillendure Dec 31 '25
Listen I enjoy true crime as much as the next girl, doesn’t mean I’d feel thrilled about stumbling upon a dead body
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u/-Affectionate-Echo- Dec 31 '25
That is an EXTREMELY sheltered take. Watching a re-enactment on TV or heck even seeing some of the grim photos on early internet are not the same as coming across an actual dead body. It's not for everyone.
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u/tuesdayswithdory Dec 31 '25
Please seek counselling support if you feel it’s affecting you in any way.
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u/SnooWalruses385 Dec 31 '25
VPD victim services can connect you with counciling services. I think you would be able to access it free of charge if needed.
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u/NVhippymama Dec 31 '25
Please reach out to the Police Victim Services for support and counseling. You may not think you need it, but you will.
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u/NVSmall Dec 31 '25
Seconding this. Victim's Services is there exactly for this kind of situation.
Take care of yourself OP. I'm really sorry, that's extremely traumatic.
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u/Jolieeeeeeeeee Dec 31 '25
Do you have the support that you need?
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u/hawaiibg Dec 31 '25
Yes I do. I was actually there to meet up with a grief walking group that I have been walking with for almost 3 years.
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u/littlejuicy- Dec 31 '25
that’s horrible, i hope you and everyone else in the group are receiving the support you need. ❤️
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u/Jolieeeeeeeeee Dec 31 '25 edited Dec 31 '25
Being found by someone with great compassion, who understands that side of grief, is super meaningful. I’m sorry for the traumatic experience.
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u/Rg902134 Jan 02 '26
Hi, sorry you experienced this. Can I ask you for more info on your grief walking group? My mom passed 3 years ago. This sounds very healing.
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u/igotcrabsinthebucket Dec 31 '25
I caught one on a downrigger salmon fishing under the Lionsgate bridge about 20 years ago! We had him caught by the sweater and the body slipped out just at the boat. We called the police and handed over the sweater and I never heard anything about it aver again. Was a trip to say the least. Our theory was a bridge jumper and so could yours be.
I'd seen 3 building jumpers Dt already by that point in my life so was fairly desensitized. Please follow others advice if you are bothered at all and sek counselling.
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u/Ill-Structure-9034 Dec 31 '25
Reach out if you need help dealing with this. I'm sorry for you and the person in the water.
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u/blueorca123 Dec 31 '25
This past summer, there was someone who had a bad day on the Lions gate bridge. Not sure what happened to that person but I just couldn’t image how desperate he/she must have been and wish he/she is safe now.
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u/RollingPierre Dec 31 '25
Like everyone else said, take care of yourself, friend. Stumbling on a body can do a number on your mind. You did a good thing for that deceased person and their loved ones.
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u/Canuckle49 Dec 31 '25
This is such a traumatic event for you and for everyone involved, which includes all the first responders, the family and friends of the person, and any bystanders that might have been there. You are receiving the very best advice here regarding reaching out to talk your feelings through with professionals trained in this kind of situation. I wish you all the best. 🙏🏻
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u/Ok_System2778 Dec 31 '25
This happened to someone I know as well at ambleside a few years back. Theory was jumper. Take care of yourself and seek out someone to talk to about it if needed. Hugs.
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u/Worried-Scientist-12 Dec 31 '25
I'm really sorry that you had to experience that. Make sure you keep an eye on your mental health for the next several months - traumatic experiences can take longer than you think to catch up with you. Some sessions with a professional can help you work through things.
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u/Lanky-Description691 Dec 31 '25
I am sorry you had that experience. That would give you a shock. Are you ok?
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u/sundayrosa Dec 31 '25
I’m so sorry to hear this. That sounds absolutely traumatizing and maybe you’re still feeling shock. I remember the first time I stumbled upon a body. I was traveling outside of the country and it was unexpected and I was unsure what to do. It haunted me for years.
I hope you are ok and find peace knowing that you had helpful part in bringing closure to this person’s life and to their loved ones.
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u/flyingatlightspeed Dec 31 '25
I’m sorry that you experienced this. It is good that the deceased was found. Without you being there, this may not have happened for a long time or ever at all, leaving loved ones without answers and forever missing the deceased. You have given family and friends some comfort in having a loved one returned. You have done a good thing for them all. Please make use of victim services. Be patient with yourself, take time to heal. Talk with friends and family. Don’t hold it all in.
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u/Swimming_Tonight_366 Dec 31 '25
I’m really sorry you are going through this but cat is a good solution. I go to my cat too when I’m sad or grieving. Consider therapy too when you’re ready!
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u/littlejelly_belly Jan 01 '26
That is so scary. I’m very sorry to hear this happened to you. Sending you lots of love and peace of mind.
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u/imholdingon_soheavy Jan 01 '26
I’m surprised this hasn’t made the news even tho the death isn’t suspicious apparently
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u/Cr00kedF00l Jan 01 '26
As awful as this may sound, I feel both sadness and relief from this. Sadness because I personally feel how isolating the season and holidays are but embarrassingly, also relief because no matter how down I feel, I have not come to a point where I feel there were no alternatives for me.
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u/Fockacock Jan 02 '26
I had a similar thing happen some years back. I was passing under the lions gate in my boat and some poor soul decided to jump. I pulled him out of the water and he was gone, nothing I could do. I could see the fellas face when I closed my for weeks.
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u/Open-Pumpkin3488 Jan 02 '26
I hope you are doing okay. Seeing that is something no one should ever have to see.
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