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Vernon RCMP Serious Crimes Unit Investigating Suspicious Death of 54-Year-Old Woman

Police say criminality is suspected and the Serious Crimes Unit is seeking witnesses who knew Tanya Lemecha before her death.

  • On Monday, Aug. 24, the Vernon North Okanagan RCMP discovered 54-year-old Tanya Lemecha, also known as Tanya Thomaser, deceased in her basement suite on 24th Avenue.
  • Investigators believe Lemecha recently returned to Vernon in May of this year, and police are tracing her interactions in the months leading up to her death.
  • The Vernon North Okanagan RCMP's Serious Crimes Unit has assumed control of the investigation, citing suspected criminality in the death.
  • Authorities are urging the public to report any interactions with Lemecha by contacting the Vernon North Okanagan RCMP at 250-545-7171 to assist the investigation.
  • Tracing Lemecha's movements since her May return to Vernon remains a priority for the Serious Crimes Unit as establishing her recent contacts is critical to determining circumstances.
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