Overnight shooting in Fort Providence leaves one dead, two injured

RCMP believe it is an isolated incident and the general public is not at risk


(CKLB files)

Early Saturday morning, RCMP received a report of a shooting at a residence in the Dehcho region community, stated a release.

At approximately 12:45 a.m., officers found one victim deceased and two others injured. They were transported to the health centre for treatment.

While no arrests have been made, police believe it was an isolated incident that does not pose a risk to the general public.

A major police presence is currently in the community.

CKLB will update this story as more confirmed information is available.