A Walmart store in Halifax, Nova Scotia, has been closed for three days following the tragic discovery of a 19-year-old woman found dead inside a walk-in oven in the bakery department on October 19, 2024. The victim, a recent immigrant from India and a member of the local Sikh community, was found during the store’s late-night hours. The Halifax Regional Police are conducting a detailed investigation, though the cause of death has not been confirmed. Walmart Canada expressed deep condolences to the victim’s family.
The Nova Scotia labor department has also issued a stop-work order for the bakery section as the investigation progresses, while the medical examiner determines the cause of death. Local authorities have urged patience and sensitivity as they work through the complex case.
Walmart Canada has pledged full cooperation in the ongoing investigation. The tragic incident has shaken the community, with both the victim’s family and local community organizations waiting for answers as investigations continue
