UPDATE: Saskatchewan RCMP increased police presence in Swift Current

May 6, 2024
Swift Current, Saskatchewan

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On May 5, 2024 at approximately 11:05 a.m., Swift Current RCMP received a request to conduct a wellness check on South Service Road in Swift Current.

Officers responded immediately and located an adult female, whom they determined required medical care. She was taken into custody under the Mental Health Act.

EMS was engaged to transport her to the hospital for medical care. On the way to the hospital, the female went into medical distress. She was later pronounced deceased at the hospital. Her family has been notified.

As required by The Police Act, 1990, Saskatchewan RCMP notified the Saskatchewan Serious Incident Response Team (SIRT). SIRT will investigate the Saskatchewan RCMP's interaction with the deceased and the circumstances of her death.

The Saskatchewan RCMP is disclosing this as part of our ongoing commitment to transparency.

Any inquiries regarding this matter can be directed to SIRT.

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