VICTORIA BEACH — Manitoba RCMP are investigating a double homicide after the bodies of two people were found in a small community north of Winnipeg.
Police say they received a call about a possible shooting on Hampton Road in Victoria Beach, a resort community along the southeastern shores of Lake Winnipeg.
When they arrived, officers found the bodies of a 29-year-old male from Winnipeg and a 41-year-old female from Victoria Beach.
Police believe the suspect fled the scene in a white truck and travelled south on Highway 59 before officers arrived.
Investigators believe the homicides were targeted and that the risk is low to public safety.
RCMP are asking anyone who may have been in the area or has information to call Crime Stoppers.
"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 (homicides) appear to be targeted," Sgt. Evan Willcock said in a statement Friday.
"We will continue to share as much information as possible as the investigation progresses."
The Rural Municipality of Victoria Beach is home to roughly 700 permanent residents.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 20, 2025.
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