Source: Royal Canadian Mounted Police
On May 21, 2025, Cold Lake RCMP received a report of a structure fire at a residence on Township Road 610 Elizabeth Metis Settlement. Upon arrival, emergency responders were able to remove one resident from the home; however, they were deceased. Fire crews were able to extinguish the blaze; however, the home suffered extensive damage.
The Alberta RCMP Major Crime Unit was contacted and has taken carriage of the investigation.
An additional search of the home was conducted and the remains of a second individual were located.
The remains of both people were taken to the Edmonton Office of the Chief Medial Examiner who will work with the RCMP to positively identify the remains.