Suspicious death under investigation in North Battleford
Battlefords RCMP are investigating the circumstances of a suspicious death that occurred Sunday.
The request for police assistance came earlier in the morning from the 1600 block of 102nd Street, where members found a 61-year-old male deceased inside the residence. He’s been identified as David Lapointe of North Battleford and his family has been notified.
Based on the initial investigation, Lapointe’s death is considered suspicious in nature. As a result, there will continue to be a police presence on 102nd Street for several days.
Saskatchewan Major Crimes is assisting the Battlefords detachment, Forensic Identification Services and General Investigation Section. An autopsy took place Monday in Saskatoon.