Vanderhoof RCMP and the North District Major Crime Unit are currently investigating the fatal shooting of an 18 year old female from Vanderhoof B.C.

On Dec. 20, 2012 at approximately 4:39 p.m., Vanderhoof RCMP were notified that a female victim was being transported to the University Hospital of Northern British Columbia with a life threatening gunshot wound. The victim underwent surgery but later succumbed to her injuries.

鈥淭he North District Major Crime Unit is currently investigating this tragic event鈥� stated Cst. Lesley Smith, North District Media Relations Officer 鈥淩CMP are in the infancy stages of the investigation and an update will be provided once more has been learned鈥�.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Vanderhoof RCMP at (250) 567-2222 or if you would like to remain anonymous, please call Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).