RCMP investigating suspicious death in Battleford

Saskatchewan RCMP’s Homicide Investigation Unit is investigating the suspicious death of a woman in Battleford.

RCMP say officers were called to a home on 20th Street West at about 2:45 p.m. on April 8 after receiving a report of a deceased woman.

Officers immediately responded and secured the scene for further investigation.

The woman has been identified as 65‑year‑old Melissa Kohle‑Derkachenko of North Battleford. RCMP say her family has been notified.

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Police are asking residents in the 20th Street West area to check home security and doorbell camera footage from April 1 to April 8 for images or videos of suspicious activity.

Police ask anyone with information to contact their local police service or Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers.

RCMP say there will be an increased police presence on 20th Street West for an undetermined period of time.

No further details have been released. Police say updates will be provided when available.