Major crimes investigators have been called in to investigate after a 57-year-old woman was found dead inside a home in East Pine near Chetwynd.
“Investigators believe this to be an isolated incident, as a suspect was taken into custody without incident,” Sergeant Chris Manseau of the BC RCMP said in a news release issued Tuesday.
“Investigators are working closely with partners to determine the motive in this incident, and at this time there is nothing to indicate any threat to the public.”
According to the release, North District Major Crimes was called after Chetwynd Mounties were alerted to the incident on Feb. 27. BC RCMP says major crimes investigators are being assisted by local police as well as the Forensic Identification Service, and the BC Coroners Service.
“The effects of this tragedy are being felt by the entire community” said Chetwynd RCMP detachment commander Sgt. Wahnese Antonioni-Stevens in a statement. “We are working closely with our partners at School District 59 to alleviate any concerns the public may have.”
No further details were released.
