Man dies after altercation in Iqaluit
Nunavut RCMP’s Major crime unit is investigating the incident as a homicide
Caution tape surrounds a building in the 300s block of Iqaluit the morning after an altercation that left one man dead. (Photo by Lilli Akpaleeapik)
RCMP are treating the death of a man involved in an altercation in Iqaluit last week as a homicide.
Police responded to calls about an altercation at around 9:55 p.m. on Oct. 6, according to a press release issued Wednesday by Sgt. George Henrie.
Two people were transported to the Qikiqtani General Hospital with life-threatening injuries.
“Despite life saving measures, one male succumbed to his injuries,” Henrie wrote.
RCMP identified the man who died as 38-year-old Robert Kipanik.
The other person, who has yet to be identified, was medivaced to Ottawa, where he is in stable condition.
The RCMP’s Major Crime Unit is investigating.
Robert😢😢
Really sweet guy