Courtesy: GP RCMP
Grande Prairie RCMP investigate found human remains – Update
Grande Prairie, Alta. – On Mar. 24, 2022, at approximately 8:05 p.m., Grande Prairie RCMP responded to a report of found human remains in the area of 102 Street and 92 Avenue in Grande Prairie, Alta.
The remains are confirmed to be those of Shelly Smith (33), of Grande Prairie, who had been reported missing in December 2021.
The next-of-kin notification has been completed.
An autopsy was completed by the Edmonton Office of the Chief Medical Examiner and the circumstances surrounding the death is not believed to be suspicious.
Our sincerest condolences go out to Shelly’s family and friends.
No further updates are anticipated.
Background
Mar. 25, 2022
Grande Prairie RCMP investigate found human remains
Grande Prairie, Alta. – Grande Prairie RCMP General Investigation Section is investigating found human remains in Grande Prairie.
On Mar. 24, 2022, at 8:05 p.m., Grande Prairie RCMP received a report of human remains in the snow in the area of 102 Street and 92 Avenue in Grande Prairie.
The circumstances surrounding the death of this individual are unknown at this time.
RCMP are expected to be on scene over the weekend and would appreciate the public’s cooperation by avoiding the area. Investigators do not believe there is any threat to public safety as it relates to this death.
No further information will be provided until after an autopsy can be performed.
Dec. 4, 2021
Grande Prairie RCMP seek assistance in locating missing person
Grande Prairie, Alta. – Grande Prairie RCMP are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 33-year-old Shelly Lynn Smith. Police wish to locate Shelly to verify her well-being. Shelly was last seen in the Grande Prairie area on Dec. 1, 2021.
Shelly is described as:
· 5’4” tall
· 189 lbs
· Blond hair
· Brown eyes
· Wears glasses
· Last seen wearing a white down jacket with fur lined hood
There is concern for Shelly’s well-being. If you have any information as to Shelly’s whereabouts please contact the Grande Prairie RCMP.
