Powerview RCMP investigate homicide

October 31, 2022
Powerview, Manitoba

News release

On October 29, 2022, at approximately 1:05 am, Powerview RCMP responded to a report of a stabbing at a residence located on Josse Street in Powerview-Pine Falls.

Officers arrived at the address and located the victim, a 38-year-old male from Powerview-Pine Falls, who was pronounced deceased on scene.

A 19-year-old male, from Powerview-Pine Falls, was arrested on scene and taken into custody.

On October 30, 2022, 19-year-old Sebastian Johnston was charged with 2nd Degree Murder and remanded into custody for a court appearance scheduled October 31, 2022, in Winnipeg.

Powerview RCMP, along with RCMP Major Crime Services and Forensic Identification Services, continue to investigate.

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Contact information

Sgt. Paul Manaigre, Media Relations Officer
RCMP Media Relations
204-983-8497

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File number: 2022-1573443

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