Steinbach RCMP are reporting that two male suspects have been arrested and charged in connection to a recent assault incident that occurred at a residence located on Principale Street in La Broquerie, Manitoba.

On October 6, 2023, at approximately 11:15pm, Steinbach RCMP received a report of a violent assault. Officers attended the residence and located a 33-year-old Winnipeg man with life-threatening-injuries. The male victim was then transported to hospital in critical condition. Police noted that the man’s condition was later upgraded to stable and he remains in hospital.

Investigators were advised that the victim, along with a 30-year-old woman, were approached by two males known to them. A physical altercation ensued and the victim was attacked by the two males and struck with a wooden club. The two suspects then fled the scene.

RCMP investigation has led to the October 8 arrest of 30-year-old Braden Churly and 33-year-old Dylan Churly, both from La Broquerie. The suspects have been charged with aggravated assault and released for a future court appearance in Steinbach.

Steinbach RCMP, along with assistance from RCMP Major Crime Services, continue to investigate this incident.