A housefire has claimed the life of a Saddle Lake resident.
On Wednesday, St. Paul RCMP said during proactive patrols they saw flames coming from inside a residence on Highway 36 in Saddle Lake First Nations.
RCMP attended, as well as the Saddle Lake Fire Services and EMS. Upon arrival, the residence was found fully engulfed and deemed unfit for entry.
Once the fire was extinguished, human remains were discovered within the residence, police say.
St. Paul RCMP are in its early stages of the investigation and are being assisted by the Alberta Medical Examiners Office and the RCMP Forensic Identification Unit.
After preliminary investigation, the fire does not appear to be suspicious in nature.
Condolences are being issued to the family and friends of the deceased.
Help us stay Connected! If you enjoy our content, consider giving us a small tip. Your $2 tip helps us get out in the community, attend the events that matter most to you and keep the Lakeland Connected! Use our secure online portal (no account needed) to show your appreciation today!
Share This Story, Choose Your Platform!
you might also like
news via inbox
Get Connected! Sign up for daily news updates.
Housefire claims life on Wednesday in Saddle Lake
A housefire has claimed the life of a Saddle Lake resident.
On Wednesday, St. Paul RCMP said during proactive patrols they saw flames coming from inside a residence on Highway 36 in Saddle Lake First Nations.
RCMP attended, as well as the Saddle Lake Fire Services and EMS. Upon arrival, the residence was found fully engulfed and deemed unfit for entry.
Once the fire was extinguished, human remains were discovered within the residence, police say.
St. Paul RCMP are in its early stages of the investigation and are being assisted by the Alberta Medical Examiners Office and the RCMP Forensic Identification Unit.
After preliminary investigation, the fire does not appear to be suspicious in nature.
Condolences are being issued to the family and friends of the deceased.
Share This Story, Choose Your Platform!
you might also like
news via inbox
Get Connected! Sign up for daily news updates.