Police Investigate Woman’s Death Following Central Edmonton House Fire

Police Investigate Woman’s Death Following Central Edmonton House Fire

Edmonton police are currently probing a suspicious death following a house fire in central Edmonton. Fire crews discovered a woman’s body while responding to the incident in the Boyle Street neighbourhood.

Details of the Incident

The fire erupted early in the morning, around 5:30 a.m., near the intersection of 93 Street and 105 Avenue. Edmonton Fire Rescue Services managed the situation and subsequently contacted the Edmonton Police Service (EPS) upon finding the deceased woman.

Investigation Update

The EPS Homicide Section has taken over the investigation. An autopsy is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, which will help determine the cause of death. Investigators aim to establish if the woman died due to the fire or prior to its occurrence.

Contact Information for Tips

The police are urging anyone with relevant information to reach out. Tips can be submitted by calling the EPS at 780-423-4567 or texting #377 on a mobile device. Additionally, anonymous information can be reported to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or through their online portal.

  • Incident: House fire leading to suspicious death
  • Location: Boyle Street neighbourhood, Edmonton
  • Time: Fire reported around 5:30 a.m.
  • Contact EPS: 780-423-4567 or #377
  • Crime Stoppers: 1-800-222-8477