Manitoba RCMP Headquarters in Winnipeg, Monday, Jan. 29, 2024. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/David Lipnowski)
Manitoba RCMP are investigating a double homicide after a man and woman were found dead early Thursday morning in Victoria Beach.
Powerview RCMP responded to a report of a possible shooting around 2 a.m. on Hampton Road. Officers arrived to find the bodies of a 29-year-old Winnipeg man and a 41-year-old local woman.
Police believe the suspect, seen driving a white truck, fled south on Highway 59 before officers arrived. Investigators say the killings appear to be targeted, and there is no immediate threat to public safety.
“We know that this incident occurring in such a small community will be concerning to many. We want to reassure residents as well as cottagers who may be heading up to that area this weekend, that these murders appear to be targeted, and at this time we believe risk to public safety is low,” said Sergeant Evan Willcock with the Manitoba RCMP.
“We will continue to share as much information as possible as the investigation progresses.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact RCMP (204) 367-8728 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477.
