Portage la Prairie RCMP are currently investigating a shooting incident that occurred at a location in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba.
On July 15, 2018, at approximately 12am, Portage la Prairie RCMP responded to a report of gunshots at a location near 17th Street NW. Upon arrival, officers located a 20-year-old-male who had been shot. The victim was then transported to hospital in stable condition. Officers also located an 18-year-old male nearby who had been seriously assaulted. This individual was transported to hospital in unstable condition but has since been upgraded to stable condition. Both victims are from Portage la Prairie.
Police say that at this time investigators do not believe these were random acts. Additional resources, including officers from Major Crime Services, Forensic Identification Unit and Police Dog Services, are assisting with this ongoing investigation.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the Portage la Prairie RCMP at 204-857-4445 or CrimeStoppers anonymously at 1 800-222-8477. You can also submit a secure tip online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com or text TIPMAN plus your message to CRIMES(274637).
