Quesnel woman dies after an alleged assault

Quesnel RCMP were called to the 800 block of Front Street on October 1at at approximately 4:20am on report of an assault.

Police determined at the scene that the female victim  was breaching a court imposed condition and was arrested by police. The victim was initially examined by emergency services but was transferred to hospital for further examination.

The woman died of her injuries on October 2nd. RCMP said the investigation is now a homicide and taken over by the IIO BC.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the IIO BC at 1-855-446-8477.