Yukon 2026 Homicide Victim List

A 37-year-old Watson Lake woman has been charged with second-degree murder following the death of a man at a residence in the community.

On October 3, 2026, at approximately 4:15 p.m., Watson Lake RCMP and Emergency Medical Services were called to a residence after receiving a report of an injured man.

When officers arrived, they found the man and EMS crews began providing emergency life-saving treatment. Despite those efforts, the man was later pronounced deceased.

Police determined that the circumstances surrounding the death were suspicious and quickly identified a suspect. The Watson Lake RCMP located the suspect shortly afterward and made an arrest.

Jennifer Jules, 37, of Watson Lake, is facing a charge of second-degree murder. She is scheduled to appear in court in Whitehorse on October 15, 2026.

The Yukon Major Crimes Unit, along with additional RCMP resources, remains involved in the investigation.

Anyone who may have information about the incident is asked to contact the Watson Lake RCMP.