Police are investigating a troubling death.
A 19-year-old woman and employee of Walmart was found dead in the store on Oct. 19, an update from local Halifax Regional Police confirmed.
According to the Oct. 22 release, the victim—whose identity has not been shared by authorities at this time—was “located in a large walk-in oven belonging to the store’s bakery department.”
Authorities noted the investigation is complex and involves “several partner agencies,” and that it might take a “significant amount of time.” They also asked the public not to share speculative information online in respect towards the woman’s family.
“The investigation,” the update added, “has not yet reached a point where the cause and manner of death have been confirmed.”
E! News has reached out to police for comment but has not yet heard back.
A spokesperson for Walmart confirmed to E! News the store is temporarily closed until further notice in order to accommodate the investigation.
