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The RCMP Major Crime Unit is investigating after an autopsy deemed a female victim, found deceased southeast of Cochrane, died as a result of homicide.
At approximately 6:30 p.m. Feb. 26, according to the RCMP press release, Cochrane RCMP received a call of a deceased female on Highway 8, southeast of Cochrane. Major Crimes then took over carriage of the investigation.
Following an autopsy completed at the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Calgary Feb. 27, and police believe they know the victim’s identity.
"The 24-year-old female from Calgary has been tentatively identified; however, her name will not be released at this time," the release stated.
Major Crimes is asking anyone with dashcam video from Highway 8 between Glenmore Trail and Highway 22 between the hours of 5 and 7 p.m. on Feb. 26 to contact Cochrane RCMP at 403-851-8000 or your local police. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, P3Tips.com or by using the "P3 Tips" app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.
