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Woman dead, suspect in custody after body found at home in Airdrie

A file photo of an RCMP cruiser. Callum Smith / Global News

RCMP say they have a suspect in custody after a woman was found dead in a home in Airdrie, Alta.

Police say they responded to an emergency call Thursday morning about a male in medical distress at a business in the city just north of Calgary.

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As a result of the investigation, Mounties did a well-being check at a home where a woman was found dead and it was deemed suspicious.

The male suspect was transported to hospital where police say he will remain for an extended period.

Police say in a release that no other suspects are being sought and the public is not at risk.

The Alberta RCMP Major Crimes Unit has taken over the investigation.

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