Yukon RCMP investigating homicide in Whitehorse

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 CBCNews.

Police reporta 25-year-old woman hadbeen assaulted, requiring medical attention. They are not releasing the woman's name at this time.

Policesay the woman died as a result of her injuries, and theyare 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.