RCMP are investigating the sudden death of a woman found deceased at a Strathcona County residence early Wednesday afternoon.

In a news release, RCMP provided few details, but did say they are working closely with the Edmonton Police major crime unit.

A police presence around a home in Sherwood Park's Foxhaven neighbourhood is believed to be connected to the death of the woman.

Neither the name nor the name of the woman has been released by investigators. An autopsy is scheduled for Thursday.

RCMP are asking for anybody with information on the incident to please call RCMP at 780-467-7741 or call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477. Online tips can also be submitted at www.tipsubmit.com.