BC RCMP North District Major Crime Unit investigates the homicide of a woman in Fort St. James

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Fort St James RCMP were called to a residence for a woman reported to be in need of assistance on February 7th.

First responders arrived to find a 39-year-old woman unresponsive and in medical distress. She was taken to hospital where she died of her injuries on February 8th.

Police arrested a 39 year old man who was also a resident of Fort St James, was arrested for aggravated assault and breaching release conditions. RCMP said the identities of the victim and accused are being withheld until the BC Prosecution Service has a chance to review the investigation and make an assessment on charge approval.

The BC-RCMP North District Major Crime Unit has taken conduct of the homicide investigation. Antone with information is asked to contact Fort St James RCMP at (250) 996-8269.