Woman, 28, found dead in downtown Winnipeg, homicide police investigating

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The death of 28-year-old woman in downtown Winnipeg last week is being investigated as a homicide, police say.

Ashley Isabella Murdock identified as woman who was found dead

Close up of a woman's face
The Winnipeg police homicide unit is investigating the death of Ashley Isabella Murdock. (Submitted by Deidra Telenko)

The death of 28-year-old woman in downtown Winnipeg last week is being investigated as a homicide, police say.

Officers were called around 7:20 a.m. on July 5 to Kennedy Street, between Ellice and Qu’Appelle avenues, about a deceased person.

On Tuesday, they identified the woman as Ashley Isabella Murdock, who is originally from Fisher River and Jackhead First Nation, but living in Winnipeg.

Police said her death is suspicious and the homicide unit is now investigating.

Anyone with information, including video surveillance, is urged to contact investigators at 204-986-6508.

Anonymous tips can also be left through Crime Stoppers at 204-786-TIPS or online.

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