Halifax Regional Police are investigating a sudden death at a Walmart in the city on Saturday night. They have yet to release details about the circumstance of the death, but in a statement Sunday, Walmart indicated the person who died was an employee.
Police released a statement about the death at the store on Mumford Road just before midnight.
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The store is closed and police are requesting people stay away from the area while they conduct the investigation.
Multiple police cars remained on scene Sunday morning but, as of early afternoon, police had not provided further information. The store will remain closed to customers for at least all of Sunday.
In its statement Sunday, Walmart said it was working with police and “cannot provide any additional information.”
“We are heartbroken and our deepest thoughts are with our associate and their family. We extend our sincerest condolences to those who were closest to them,” the statement reads. “We’re also supporting our associates during this incredibly difficult time and have provided access to 24/7 virtual care and will provide on-site support, including grief counselling.”
With files from Krista Hessey and Ella MacDonald
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