Woman caught stealing packages charged with manslaughter: police

A woman has been charged with manslaughter in the death of a 73-year-old security guard who police say was seriously injured during while on duty.

A woman has been charged with manslaughter in the death of a Calgary security guard at a downtown building last month.

Calgary police say Amanda Robyn Ahenakew, 45, was arrested on March 13.

Amanda Robyn Ahenakew Amanda Robyn Ahenakew, 45, is charged with manslaughter in the death of a Calgary security guard. (Courtesy: Regina Police Service)

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Officials said early that morning she gained entry to the apartment building, in the 900 block of Seventh Avenue S.W., to steal packages that had been left in the lobby.

The guard, identified as 73-year-old George Fernandez, intervened and attempted to stop Ahenakew, ordering her to leave the building.

Police said an altercation ensued, with Ahenakew pushing Fernandez away from her, causing him to fall backward to the ground.

Fernandez hit his head on the floor and remained motionless when Ahenakew proceeded into the office area, taking a laptop and other items.

Workers found Fernandez on the floor when they arrived at 8 a.m.

He was taken to hospital but died a day later.

Ahenakew is expected in court on April 16.