The Winnipeg Police Service has launched a homicide investigation following the death of an individual who was previously the victim of a serious assault.
Investigation Transferred to Homicide Unit
According to information released on Friday, January 9, 2026, the case was transferred to the service's Homicide Unit after the victim died from injuries sustained in an assault. The initial assault was investigated by another division, but the fatal outcome necessitated the involvement of specialized homicide detectives.
The police have not released the identity of the victim, the location of the initial assault, or any potential suspect information at this early stage. The investigation is considered active and ongoing as detectives work to piece together the events leading to the individual's death.
Ongoing Police Inquiry
Authorities are urging anyone with information related to this incident to come forward and contact the Winnipeg Police Service Homicide Unit or Crime Stoppers anonymously. The police have emphasized that every piece of information, no matter how small it may seem, could be crucial to the investigation.
This case marks another serious violent crime being probed by Winnipeg police. The Homicide Unit's involvement underscores the severity of the incident and the commitment to determining the full circumstances surrounding the death.
Further updates from the Winnipeg Police Service are expected as the investigation progresses and more details can be confirmed and released to the public.
