Manitoba 2026 Homicide Victim List

A 30-year-old Selkirk man is facing a second-degree murder charge following a fatal shooting at a residence on Dufferin Avenue.

Selkirk RCMP were called to the home shortly after midnight on August 23, 2026, following a report of a possible assault. When officers arrived, they found several people inside and outside the residence. An adult male was discovered inside with a gunshot wound.

Emergency Medical Services attended, but the victim was pronounced dead at the scene.

Following an initial investigation, Manitoba RCMP Major Crime Services determined that the death was a homicide.

Members of the Selkirk, Oakbank and Red River North RCMP detachments assisted with the investigation, along with Manitoba RCMP Forensic Identification Services and Police Dog Services.

Police arrested 30-year-old Justin Linklater of Selkirk at the scene without incident. He has been charged with second-degree murder and was remanded in custody ahead of his court appearance.