Charge upgraded to second-degree murder in Calgary teen case involving grandmother’s death

A 15-year-old boy accused of attacking his grandmother in northeast Calgary is now facing a charge of second-degree murder, according to the Calgary Police Service.

Police say officers were called on March 29 to a residence following reports of an altercation. A woman in her 50s was found injured and taken to hospital, where she later died.

The youth had initially been charged with aggravated assault. Investigators say that charge has now been upgraded to second-degree murder following the victim’s death. He also faces one count of mischief to property.

Authorities have not released the victim’s name, citing the need to protect the family’s privacy and the identity of the accused, who is a minor under youth justice legislation.

The investigation remains ongoing. Police have not released further details about the circumstances of the incident.