Fisher Branch RCMP were called to a residence in Peguis First Nation around 1:30 p.m. on November 9th after a 59-year-old man was discovered unresponsive.

The RCMP Major Crimes Unit has since taken over the case and is treating the man’s death as a homicide. According to police, the incident appears to be isolated, and there is no ongoing threat to the community.

Investigators are asking anyone who may have information to contact RCMP.