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Death of woman found inside tent ruled not suspicious: Halifax police

Halifax police say they responded to the report of a sudden death in the 2500 block of Barrington Street at around 2:30 a.m. on Feb. 11, 2026. Mitchell Bailey/Global News

The death of a 41-year-old woman who was found inside a tent in the city’s downtown is not considered suspicious, according to Halifax Regional Police.

Police say they responded to the report of a sudden death in the 2500 block of Barrington Street at around 2:30 a.m. Wednesday.

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The Nova Scotia Medical Examiner Service conducted an autopsy to determine the cause of death, and has ruled it not suspicious.

“Halifax Regional Police extend condolences to the loved ones of the deceased,” police said in a statement.

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