The RCMP logo is seen on a podium ahead of a news conference, in St. John’s, Newfoundland, Saturday, June 24, 2023. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld)
RCMP have laid a manslaughter charge following a fatal stabbing in Lake St. Martin First Nation last Friday night.
Gypsumville RCMP responded to a call around 9:50 p.m. on April 4 about a stabbing outside a residence in the community. When officers and paramedics arrived, they found a 22-year-old man with critical injuries. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigators say the victim’s death is being treated as a homicide.
Joshua Beardy, 19, has been charged with manslaughter and remains in custody.
RCMP continue to investigate.
