Igloolik RCMP responded to a report of an assault on October 26th, where a teenage girl had been injured.

Police arrived to find a girl suffering from serious injuries. The victim was transported to a local health centre where she died of her injuries. Police have not released the age or identity of the victim at this time.

RCMP arrested Jerry Ulayuruluk, 43, of Igloolik, and charged him with one count of murder.