Halifax Regional Police and Walmart Canada are investigating the tragic death of Gursimran Kaur, a 19-year-old employee at a Walmart on Mumford Road, Halifax. The incident occurred on Saturday evening, October 19, 2024, with police labeling it as a “sudden death.”
Authorities were called to the scene around 9:30 p.m. and are conducting a thorough investigation, involving occupational health and safety officials and Nova Scotia’s medical examiner. While unconfirmed reports suggest that the incident may have involved a large industrial baking oven, no official details have been released.
Walmart Canada expressed condolences to Kaur’s family and has temporarily closed the location, offering grief counseling and support to employees. The investigation is ongoing, and further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.