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Manitoba RCMP arrest man in connection with fatal Sandy Bay shooting

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Homicide suspects arrested in Sandy Bay, Swan River
RCMP releasing information on arrests of homicide suspects in Sandy Bay and Swan River – Jun 8, 2023

Manitoba RCMP said Thursday they have arrested a man in connection with a recent homicide in Sandy Bay.

RCMP arrested Shawn Spence, 26, for his alleged involvement in the slaying of a 39-year-old male outside a residence on Sandy Bay Ojibway First Nation on June 6.

On June 7 Mounties issued a warrant for his arrest with a slew of charges including first-degree murder, possession of a firearm while prohibited and possession of a firearm knowing its possession is unauthorized.

RCMP say the suspect turned himself in at the Sandy Bay Detachment without incident.

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Manitoba RCMP identifies suspect in Sandy Bay homicide, public urged to report sightings

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