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Yukon RCMP investigating homicide in Whitehorse

Police were called to an apartment on Lewes Boulevard, where a 25-year-old woman had reportedly been assaulted. She later died of her injuries.

Police say 25-year-old woman died of injuries after reported assault

Police say Chelsey Tegan Bien was the victim of a homicide following an assault at the Skyline apartments in Whitehorse. (Steven Hossack/CBC)

The Yukon RCMP Major Crimes Unit is investigating a homicide that took place in Whitehorse.

At just after 12:30 a.m. on Monday, police and paramedics were called to the Skyline apartment buildings on Lewes Boulevard, an officer confirmed to CBC News.

Police report a 25-year-old woman had been assaulted, requiring medical attention. They are not releasing the woman's name at this time. 

Police say the woman died as a result of her injuries, and they are investigating the incident as a homicide.

The Yukon Coroner's Service is assisting in the case.

An autopsy is scheduled to take place at Vancouver General Hospital on Tuesday.

Police say the investigation is ongoing.