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Nanaimo, North Cowichan/Duncan
2023-10-18 15:07 PDT
File # 2023-26617
The Nanaimo RCMP Serious Crime Unit is investigating a fatal overdose of 52-year-old Wendy Head whose death is now considered a homicide. Head died in Nanaimo on March 7, 2023, at a residence located in the 2300 block of Autumnwood Drive. (picture of Wendy Head)
Since the initial report of her death, significant information has been gleaned which has led to recent advances into her tragic death, and the circumstances surrounding it.
Investigators are convinced that there are individuals on Vancouver Island who may have information on this homicide that can further the investigation, said R/Cst Gary O’Brien of the Nanaimo RCMP.
Investigators are convinced that there are individuals on Vancouver Island who may have information on this homicide that can further the investigation
If anyone has information on the death of Wendy Head, please call the investigational tip line at 250-755-3257.
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Email: gary.obrien@rcmp-grc.gc.ca Website: nanaimo.rcmp-grc.gc.ca
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