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 on Oct. 7, 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
Has a suspect been arrested
Lets get these hard drugs off the street. Totally ignorant comment not knowing the details but the hard drugs are taking a toll on out younger generation. We need to start thinking like Northern Quebec and BC first nation community of BANISHMENT!
ENOUGH IS ENOUGH!
Don’t forget alcohol, more incidents happen under the influence of alcohol. Way too many people in denial over alcohol. Crazy times.