Advertisement

Man’s death is Winnipeg’s 6th homicide of 2020: police

Click to play video: 'Winnipeg police talk about the city’s 6th homicide of 2020'
Winnipeg police talk about the city’s 6th homicide of 2020
Winnipeg police spokesperson Const. Rob Carver talks to media about the city's latest homicide after a man was found dead in an Elgin Avenue home – Mar 10, 2020

A man found unconscious with what police are calling significant injuries at a Centennial neighbourhood home early Tuesday has become the city’s latest homicide victim.

Police were called to the home in the 500 block of Elgin Avenue just after midnight, where they found the injured man.

Officers performed CPR, but the man died after being rushed to hospital.

Police didn’t release the man’s name or age at a Tuesday morning press conference, pending notification of family.

Story continues below advertisement

Police also wouldn’t say whether or not a weapon was used in his killing.

For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen.

Get breaking National news

For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen.
By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.

The homicide is Winnipeg’s sixth of the year.

Anyone with information is asked to call homicide detectives at 204-986-6508 or Crime Stoppers at 204-786-TIPS.

Click to play video: 'Winnipeg police say retaliation is a concern after two men killed in gang feud'
Winnipeg police say retaliation is a concern after two men killed in gang feud

 

 

Sponsored content

AdChoices