BELLINGHAM, Wash. – The man found dead in the water near Taylor Dock early Sunday, March 12th, was murdered.

The Bellingham Police Department says Henry Howard King died from multiple gunshot wounds.

Detectives believe he was killed at about 4 a.m. Sunday on the boardwalk between Taylor Dock and Boulevard Park.

Anyone who witnessed anything in the area around that time is asked to contact Bellingham Police.

And investigators are also hoping to learn more about Mr. King’s daily activities from family, friends or acquaintances.