Winnipeg homicide victim identified as Lise Danais, 51

A woman who was assaulted in her south Winnipeg home and died earlier this week has been identified as 51-year-old Lise Danais.

Police released her name on Friday morning, but said nothing more about how she was assaultedif there was a weapon involved or if any arrests have been made.

They simply noted the investigation is continuing.

Officers rushed to the houseonRockcliffeRoad, near the Royal Canadian Mint, on Tuesday after getting a 911 call around10:45 a.m. CT.

Theyarrived to find awoman suffering from severe injuries and in critical condition, police spokespersonConst. Rob Carver said at the time.

Shewas taken to hospital but died shortly afterward.

Neighbourstold CBC News that Danaiswas a single mother who lived in the house with her teenage son.

Anyone with information that could help investigators is asked to call 204-986-6508 or Crime Stoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477).