Homicide person of interest identified: Manitoba RCMP

Manitoba RCMP Headquarters in Winnipeg, Monday, Jan. 29, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/David Lipnowski

A person of interest over an alleged homicide has been identified, Manitoba RCMP say.

The force requested the public’s help Sunday morning to identify the person, who they believe is related to a homicide.

At 2:20 a.m. on Wednesday, Thompson RCMP were called after a report of a stabbing in an open area near Princeton Drive in Thompson.

The male victim from Leaf Rapids, 21, was transported to hospital but died.

Anyone who can identify this individual or have any information about this homicide is asked to contact Thompson RCMP at 204-677-6909 or 6911.

Those wishing to remain anonymous can contact Manitoba Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online.

CTV News has removed the photo of the person of interest.