Tragic Incident at Walmart: Teenage Employee Found Dead in Walk-in Oven.
A tragic incident has shaken the community in Halifax, Nova Scotia, as a 19-year-old Walmart employee, Gursimran Kaur, was found dead inside a walk-in oven at the store where she worked. The incident, which occurred on the night of October 19, 2024, has left many in shock and mourning.
Details of the Incident
Gursimran Kaur, an immigrant from India, was discovered by her mother, who also worked at the Walmart store on Mumford Road. According to reports, Kaur’s mother grew worried when she hadn’t seen her daughter for about an hour and couldn’t reach her by phone. Upon searching for her, she found Kaur inside the walk-in oven in the store’s bakery department.
Emergency responders were called to the scene, and the young woman was found with the oven still powered on. The exact circumstances leading to her death remain unclear, and the investigation is ongoing.
Tragic Incident at Walmart: Teenage Employee Found Dead in Walk-in Oven.
The Maritime Sikh Society, a local Sikh organization, has set up a GoFundMe campaign to support Kaur’s family. The campaign has raised over $140,000 Canadian dollars, with contributions pouring in from the community to help cover funeral expenses and support the family during this difficult time.
Halifax Regional Police have stated that the investigation is complex and involves several partner agencies, including the Nova Scotia Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration and the Nova Scotia Medical Examiner Service. Police have urged the public to avoid speculation and sharing unverified information on social media, as it could impact the family and colleagues of the deceased.
A Walmart spokesperson expressed deep sorrow over the incident and extended condolences to Kaur’s family. The store has been closed until further notice, and the company is focusing on providing support to its employees during this tragic time.
