RCMP investigating suspicious death on Sask. First Nation

Saskatchewan RCMP are investigating a suspicious death on Canoe Lake Cree First Nation after a woman died in hospital on Tuesday.

On March 16, Beauval RCMP received a report that a woman was receiving treatment in the hospital for serious injuries. The 51-year-old, from Canoe Lake Cree First Nation, died the next day.

Her family has been notified.

Saskatchewan RCMP say the homicide investigation unit has taken over the operation with the help from North Battleford forensic identification services, the North Battleford serious crime unit and the Saskatchewan Coroners Service.

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Police say initial investigation has determined the woman’s death is suspicious but they’re unable to provide further details at this time.

According to RCMP, there will be an increased police presence in the community for an undetermined period of time.

Anyone with information is asked to call RCMP or submit tips anonymously through Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers.

RCMP say updates will be provided when possible and the public will be notified if any immediate safety risk is identified.

Canoe Lake Cree First Nation is located about 450 kilometres northwest of Prince Albert.