WPS is asking the public to check their video surveillance footage with the chance it might provide them with more information on a suspicious death investigation.

On June 21, 2023, at approximately 7:00 a.m., the Winnipeg Police Service responded to the rear lane in the 500 block of Young Street for a report that a deceased person had been found in the area.

Upon arrival, Central District General Patrol officers confirmed that a deceased female had been located. Officers have identified the female but are not releasing her name at this time to respect the privacy of the family.

The investigation is continuing by members of the Homicide Unit. Anyone with information or residential/commercial video surveillance footage that may assist investigators is asked to call the Homicide Unit at 204-986-6508 or Crime Stoppers at 204-786-TIPS.