Halifax police investigate employee death at Mumford Road Walmart

Halifax Regional Police are investigating what they are calling a sudden death at the Walmart location in Halifax's west end.

Police issued a news release late Saturday night asking people to stay away from the area while they carriedout their investigation.

No further details were provided.

In a statement, Walmart spokesperson Amanda Moss confirmed that the death involves a Walmart employee.

"We are heartbroken and our deepest thoughts are with our associate and their family," she wrote. "We extend our sincerest condolences to those who were closest to them."

Moss said the company is providing staff members with access to 24/7 virtual care and on-site support, including grief counselling.

In a statement, the Labour Department said it is aware of the situation and said police havecontrol of the scene.

"We are unable to share further information at this time," the department said.

On Sunday morning, two police vehicles were stationed outside of the store, which is located on Mumford Road.

Moss said the store is closed as Walmart co-operates with the investigation.