Over a dozen long guns missing following home theft: RCMP

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

Police are asking for the public’s assistance after several firearms and personal items were stolen during a break-in at a rural residence earlier this month.

Selkirk RCMP said officers responded to a report of a break-in at a home along Highway 44 in the RM of St. Clements shortly after 1 p.m. on Sunday. Investigators believe the incident occurred sometime within the previous 48 hours while the homeowners were away.

While inside the residence, RCMP said 13 long guns were taken from a safe, which was unlocked after the key was found in the home. Various household and personal items were also taken, including snowmobile gear and tools.

The stolen firearms include several pump-action shotguns, .22-calibre rifles and a muzzleloader. Ammunition stored in another area of the home was also reported missing.

Anyone with information about the theft is asked to contact Selkirk RCMP at 204-482-1222 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.