A tragic incident has shaken the community of Halifax, Nova Scotia, as 19-year-old Gursimran Kaur was found dead in a walk-in oven at a Walmart store. Gursimran and her mother, who worked together at the Walmart bakery, had been part of the store’s team for the last two years. The heartbreaking discovery was made by Gursimran’s mother, who had been searching for her daughter after not seeing her for over an hour. The mother’s worst fears were confirmed when she found her daughter’s charred remains inside the industrial oven.
Gursimran Kaur, described as a young woman with big dreams who immigrated to Canada with her mother less than three years ago, has left behind a family torn apart by this tragic event. Efforts are now underway to reunite the family by bringing Gursimran’s father and brother from India to Canada during this difficult time. A GoFundMe page has been set up to support the family, with the community rallying together to raise funds and show their solidarity.
The local Sikh community in Halifax has been deeply affected by Gursimran’s death, with tributes and flowers left outside the Walmart store in her memory. The president of the Maritime Sikh Society expressed their shock and sadness, highlighting the trauma experienced by Gursimran’s immediate family. The tragedy has raised concerns about safety in the workplace, leading to an investigation by authorities to determine the exact circumstances of Gursimran’s death.
The industrial oven involved in the incident has been placed under a stop-work order, and questions have been raised about its safety features. Reports indicate that the oven did not have a locking mechanism, raising troubling questions about how Gursimran ended up inside. The investigation is ongoing, with law enforcement urging the public to remain patient as they work to uncover the truth.
In the wake of this devastating loss, support is pouring in for Gursimran’s family. Her mother is receiving counselling to cope with the trauma, while efforts are being made to bring her father and brother to Canada. Walmart Canada has offered their condolences to the family and is providing support to store employees during this difficult time. A religious service is expected to be held in Halifax once Gursimran’s body is released, allowing the community to come together and mourn the loss of a young life full of promise.