Inuvik RCMP respond to report of shots fired

September 14, 2026 - Inuvik, Northwest Territories
From: Northwest Territories RCMP

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Inuvik RCMP respond to a report of shots fired inside of a residence.

On September 14^th, 2026, at 6:52 a.m., Inuvik RCMP responded to a report of shots fired inside a residence on Bompas Street. Officers deployed quickly to the scene and began canvassing the area. A male victim was located shortly thereafter, at the Inuvik Regional Hospital where he was later declared deceased.

The investigation has been transferred to the Northwest Territories Major Crimes Unit.

It is believed that the incident is isolated. No suspects have been arrested at this time.

The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information on this matter is asked to contact the Inuvik RCMP at 867-777-1111 or Crime Stoppers at https://p3tips.com

Further information will be released once available.

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