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Suspicious Death in Fort St. James: Foul Play Suspected
17 Sep
Summary
- A woman's death in Fort St. James is now considered suspicious.
- Major crime detectives are investigating the circumstances of her passing.
- Police urge anyone with information to contact investigators.
Police in northern British Columbia have escalated the investigation into the death of a 30-year-old woman in Fort St. James. What was initially reported as a cardiac arrest on May 31 is now being treated as suspicious, with foul play suspected. Detectives from the major crime unit have taken conduct of the case.
The woman was pronounced deceased at the scene on May 31, despite life-saving attempts by paramedics. Investigators publicly identified her on Wednesday as Dayna Monk. The B.C. RCMP's major crime unit has been actively investigating her death since June 10.
Authorities are appealing to the public for any information regarding Monk's activities or interactions in the days leading up to her death. Inspector Robert Kurtz emphasized that any details, no matter how small, could be crucial in establishing the circumstances surrounding her suspicious passing.
