Human remains found after structure fire in Falher

***RCMP Press Release***

On Sept. 22, 2021, at approximately 1:15 p.m., McLennan RCMP and Smoky River Fire Services responded to a structure fire on Central Avenue in Falher, Alta.

After the fire was extinguished, human remains were found inside the burnt trailer. The remains are being transported to the medical examiner who will be working with the RCMP in determining identity and cause of death.

Due to the winds, the fire caused damage to the neighbouring house and apartment complex.

The investigation into the cause of the fire is ongoing and is being led by the Alberta RCMP Major Crimes Unit with the assistance of McLennan RCMP, RCMP Forensic Identification Section and a Fire investigator.

 

-Erika Rolling, Trending 55 Newsroom