Human remains were found in the aftermath of a house fire in North Battleford. Saskatchewan RCMP say the deceased has been identified as an adult female from North Battleford.
RCMP say the family has been notified.
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The fire occurred in the 900 block of 105 Street on Saturday, with fire crews finding the remains on Monday.
Fire investigators and the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) are investigating what caused the fire.
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Police say the cause of the person’s death has not been established and that the Saskatchewan Coroners Service is working to identify the deceased.
Saskatchewan RCMP said they are not currently investigating the fire but will take over the investigation if criminality is determined by either the SPSA or the coroners service.
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