The Alberta RCMP Major Crime Unit continues to investigate this incident.

An autopsy on the victim has been completed on Feb. 2, 2022, and the manner of death has been determined to be homicide.

The victim has been identified as 30-year-old Reichel Alpeche of Red Deer.

The investigation has determined that Reichel interrupted the theft of her vehicle and as a result of her attempt to stop the theft, died as a result of injuries received when the suspect fled in her vehicle.

RCMP are seeking assistance from the public in locating Reichel’s vehicle which was used in the offence. The vehicle is a 2018 Kia Rio with Alberta licence plate BZZ-3962.  The vehicle will have damage to the front.

If the vehicle is located, call 911 immediately. Do not approach any person found with the vehicle.

Red Deer RCMP are asking for anyone who witnessed this event, or has dash cam video in the area of Kerry Wood Drive, to 59 Street, to Riverview Avenue, from Feb. 1, 2022, between the hours of 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. to contact Red Deer RCMP at 403-343-5575.

Red Deer RCMP are asking for the public's assistance for any information in relation to this incident or identifying those responsible. Please contact Red Deer RCMP at 403-343-5575 or your local police. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the "P3 Tips" app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.