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Melissa Kohle-Derkachenko was seen at the Walmart on Carlton Trail in North Battleford on the morning of April 5, 2026. (Image Credit: Submitted/RCMP)
Ongoing investigation

Police release security footage of last night North Battleford homicide victim was seen

May 14, 2026 | 3:09 PM

Saskatchewan RCMP’s Homicide Investigation Unit continues to investigate the death of 65-year-old Melissa Kohle-Derkachenko from North Battleford. 

Officers have collected footage of Kohle-Derkachenko at the Walmart on Carlton Trail in North Battleford. She was seen at the business on the morning of April 5, wearing a black jacket, blue and green plaid-patterned pants, black boots, and glasses.  


Submitted/RCMP

Submitted/RCMP

Investigators have released video of Kohle-Derkachenko to show what she looked like and what she was wearing when she was last seen. They hope tips from the public will help establish a clearer timeline of events leading up to her death, which is being investigated as a homicide. 

Investigators are also asking anyone who saw suspicious activity in the 20th Street West area of Battleford over Easter weekend to report it. They said even details that may seem minor could help advance the investigation and bring answers and closure to the victim’s family. 

Report information to Saskatchewan RCMP by calling 310-RCMP. Information can also be submitted anonymously by contacting Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.saskcrimestoppers.com

Saskatchewan RCMP’s Homicide Investigation Unit continue to investigate. 

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