RCMP say two people are dead, following a disturbance near Lorette early this morning.
At approximately 1:15, Thursday morning, St. Pierre RCMP were dispatched to a disturbance call at a residence along River Road in the Rural Municipality of Tache.
Upon arrival, officers located a male and a female within the residence. Both were pronounced dead on scene.
While officers were at the residence, a report was received of a suspicious male. Officers immediately conducted a patrol and located an adult male. He was arrested and remains in custody.
Police say there is no concern for public safety at this time.
Officers are conducting door-to-door neighbourhood checks to gather information and ensure the wellbeing of residents.
The incident remains under investigation by St. Pierre RCMP, along with Major Crime Services, Forensic Identification Services and additional support units.
This is a developing story and we will provide more details as they become available.