Update – Jamie Flett has been located and arrested.
The RCMP thanks the public and the media for their assistance.
==========================================================================
On August 26, 2024, at approximately 11:55 am, Gillam RCMP responded to a report of a shooting at an isolated camp, approximately 75 km east of Split Lake, Manitoba.
RCMP and Emergency Medical Services attended and located a deceased 53-year-old male from Tataskweyak Cree Nation. His death was the result of homicide.
The suspect fled prior to police arrival. The suspect and victim were known to each other.
On August 27, 2024, Jamie Flett, 38, of Tataskweyak Cree Nation was charged with Second Degree Murder and there is a warrant for his arrest. He is 5'9", 175 lbs with black hair and brown eyes.
Gillam RCMP along with RCMP Major Crime Services are currently searching for Flett. He is believed to be in the Split Lake or Gillam area.
If you have information on his whereabouts please call Gillam RCMP at 204-652-2436, call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477 or secure tip online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com.