News release
Island Lake RCMP investigating homicide
October 30, 2026
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St. Theresa Point, Manitoba
From: Manitoba RCMP
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On October 24, 2026, at 2:05 a.m., Island Lake RCMP were notified by Manitoba First Nations Safety Officers (FNSO) about a possible shooting in the community of St. Theresa Point.
RCMP were advised by FNSO’s that they had located a deceased male outside a residence.
Manitoba RCMP Major Crime Services, Island Lake RCMP, along with Thompson RCMP Forensic Investigative Services all deployed to the community.
The initial investigation determined the death of a 23-year-old male was the result of a homicide. The male had attempted to enter a residence when he was shot and died at the scene.
Riley Wood, 19, from St. Theresa Point, was arrested and charged with manslaughter. Wood remains in custody.
It is believed that the suspect and the victim were known to each other.
Manitoba RCMP Major Crime Services along with Island Lake RCMP continue to investigate.