RCMP are investigating a suspicious death on the Piapot First Nation, about half-an-hour north of Regina.

Southey RCMP report finding a dead woman at a residence on the Piapot First Nation around 8:15am on Thursday. She has been identified as 30-year-old Melanie Asham-Obey from the Pasqua First Nation.

The Saskatchewan RCMP Major Crimes Unit is investigating. There will be an increased police presence on the Piapot First Nation for an undetermined amount of time. Additional information about the investigation will be provided when updates are available.