The Manitoba RCMP have confirmed the cause of Chase Martens' death. A recent autopsy by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner confirms that Martens' had passed away as a result of drowning.

The two year-old was missing for several days, last being seen Tuesday evening in his families yard. The extensive search, which included emergency services and hundred of volunteers, came to a tragic conclusion on Saturday, when Martens' body was found in a nearby creek.

We'll have more details as they become available.