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Update #5 - Nisichawayasihk RCMP continue to investigate the homicide of Rico Linklater
October 22, 2026
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Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation, Manitoba
From: Manitoba RCMP
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October 21, 2026, marked the five-year anniversary of the disappearance of Rico Linklater from Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation.
The investigation by Manitoba RCMP Major Crime Services and Nisichawayasihk RCMP remains very much ongoing.
“Each time our team of investigators travels to the community, we continue to conduct interviews and follow up on any leads that come in.” said Sergeant Brian White, Manitoba RCMP Major Crime Services. “This was a 22-year-old young man that did not return home to his family, and tragically, was the victim of a homicide. We encourage anyone with information, to contact the Nisichawayasihk RCMP detachment at 204-484-2837. Any little piece of information may assist us in being able to provide answers to Rico’s family.”
Manitoba RCMP Major Crime Services will be planning another visit to Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation in the near future.
Individuals with information can also call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477, or secure tip online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com.
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Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation, Manitoba October 22, 2024
2021-1597210
Update #4 - Nelson House RCMP continue investigation into the homicide of Rico Linklater
October 21, 2024, marked the 3rd anniversary of the disappearance of 22-year-old Rico Linklater from Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation.
Investigators with RCMP Major Crime Services continue to seek out public assistance as we know there are people out there that have crucial information that can help move this homicide investigation forward.
Investigators are looking to speak with anyone who may have information related to the homicide of Rico Linklater to please contact the Nelson House RCMP at 204-484-2837, call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477, or secure tip online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com.
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Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation, Manitoba July 24, 2023
2021-1597210
Update 3 - Nelson House RCMP continue investigation into the homicide of Rico Linklater
Nelson House RCMP, along with Major Crime Services, continue to investigate the homicide of Rico Linklater, who was last seen on October 21, 2021.
Investigators have been working diligently on this homicide to find answers for Rico’s family. Officers have conducted over 175 interviews, canvassed the entire community and conducted extensive searches for Rico’s remains.
This week RCMP Major Crime Services will be returning to Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation to further the investigation.
Investigators are looking to speak with anyone who may have information related to Rico’s disappearance. If you have information please contact the Nelson House RCMP at 204-484-2837, call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477, or secure tip online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com.
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Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation, Manitoba October 21, 2022
2021-1597210
Update 2 - Nelson House RCMP missing person now believed to be a homicide
Nelson House RCMP, along with Major Crime Services, continue to investigate the homicide of Rico Linklater, who was last seen one year ago today.
In early September, the RCMP Underwater Recovery Team (URT) along with officers from RCMP Search and Rescue (SAR) attended to Nelson House to assist in furthering this investigation.
Investigators are asking anyone who may have reached out before or may have new information, in relation to his disappearance, to contact the Nelson House RCMP at 204-484-2837, call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477, or secure tip online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com.
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Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation, Manitoba September 6, 2022
2021-1597210
Update - Nelson House RCMP missing person now believed to be a homicide
Nelson House RCMP, along with Major Crime Services, believe that the 22-year-old male, Rico Cody Linklater, who was reported missing on October 23, 2021, was the victim of a homicide.
RCMP officers from the Nelson House Detachment, Major Crime Services, Search and Rescue and the Underwater Recovery Team will be in the Nelson House area from September 5 to September 10, 2022, to continue the investigation.
Police are asking anyone who may have information, in relation to Rico Linklater’s disappearance, to call the Nelson House RCMP at 204-484-2837, call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477 or submit a secure tip online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com.
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Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation, Manitoba October 25, 2021
2021-1597210
Nelson House RCMP looking for missing male
On October 23, 2021, at 6:40 pm, Nelson House RCMP received a report of a missing 22-year-old male.
Rico Cody Linklater was last seen in the community in the early morning hours of Thursday, October 21. He is still believed to be in Nelson House although there is the possibility that he may have travelled to Thompson.
Linklater is described as 6’0”, 160 lbs with a slim build, has black hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing grey pants, black sweater, brown Nike shoes and a grey baseball cap.
Police are asking anyone with information to call the Nelson House RCMP at 204-484-2837, or call Manitoba Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. Secure online tips can also be made at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com.