Fort Liard RCMP responded to a residence on Birch Road on report of an injured male on October 28th.

Police arrived to find the 34-year-old victim deceased at the scene. The Northwest Territories RCMP Major Crimes Unit and Forensic Identification Services are assisting with the investigation.

Police arrested 21-year-old female has been detained and remains in custody. A publication ban is in effect, no other details can be released at this time.