UPDATE: Breaking news – Sudden Death Near Ranfurly
RCMP Vermilion responded to a complaint of a sudden death in a rural area near Ranfurly, Alberta on Saturday, Oct. 20, 2012 at approximately 8:30 p.m.
An autopsy was performed on Monday, Oct.22, 2012. The Edmonton Medical Examiner has ruled this death a homicide.
The name of the deceased, cause and manner of death are not being released at this time. Doris Stapleton, Media Relations Specialist, RCMP ‘K’ Division Communications, did confirm with the Weekly Review that the deceased is a male.
Police say updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
The Vermilion RCMP are requesting the public’s assistance in solving this crime. If you have information about this, or any other crime(s), please call the Vermilion RCMP at (780) 853 – 4111. If you want to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers by phone at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), or by internet at www.tipsubmit.com. You do not have to reveal your identity to Crime Stoppers, and if you provide information to Crime Stoppers that leads to an arrest(s), you may be eligible for a cash reward.
