(Courtesy: Walmart Canada, Unidentified Walmart in Canada)
A Halifax Walmart has been temporarily closed amid an investigation into an employee’s death.
The incident occurred on Oct. 19, when Halifax Regional Police responded to a call regarding a sudden death at approximately 9:30 p.m. at a Walmart located at 6990 Mumford Road.
When police arrived they found a 19-year-old Walmart employee dead in the store’s walk-in oven in the bakery department.
“Investigators are working with Occupational Health and Safety and the Nova Scotia Medical Examiner Service to determine the cause and manner of death,” a spokesperson said in a statement to The Brandon Gonez Show on Tuesday.
“The investigation is in its early stages no further details are available at this time,” it added.
In an email statement, Walmart spokesperson Amanda Moss expressed condolences, stating, “We are heartbroken and our deepest thoughts are with our associate and their family. We extend our sincerest condolences to those who were closest to them.”
The company is providing support to employees, including access to 24/7 virtual care and on-site grief counseling.
The store is temporarily closed while the investigation is ongoing.
In addition, police are urging the public to be mindful of sharing speculative information on social media and the impact that could affect family, colleagues and loved ones of the woman.
The loss of this employee has prompted discussions about workplace safety and the importance of community support during difficult times.
