Investigation underway after unconscious man found at park

WINDSOR POLICE NEWS RELEASE
Case #: 26-117694
Investigation underway after unconscious man found at park

The Windsor Police Service has opened an investigation after a man was found with injuries at a park in the Ford City neighbourhood.

Shortly after 10:30 p.m. on October 19, 2026, officers responded to a report of an injured person at Gary Dugal Park in the 1200 block of Drouillard Road. Upon arrival, officers located an unconscious man with visible injuries who was receiving medical treatment from Essex-Windsor Emergency Medical Services.

The man was taken to hospital, where he remains in critical condition.

The Windsor Police Major Crimes Unit has taken over the investigation.

Investigators are asking residents and business owners near Gary Dugal Park to review surveillance footage recorded between 9 p.m. and 11 p.m. on October 19 for any information that may assist the investigation.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Windsor Police Major Crimes Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4830. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477 or online at catchcrooks.com.