A tragic shooting incident in Winnipeg, the capital city of Manitoba, Canada, has left three people dead and two critically injured, according to local police. The authorities responded to the scene on Sunday, discovering five victims with injuries indicative of gunshot wounds. An adult male and female were pronounced dead at the scene, while three others were rushed to a hospital.
Regrettably, one of the hospitalized victims succumbed to their injuries, while the remaining two are in critical condition. As of now, no arrests have been made, and the Winnipeg Police’s homicide unit is actively investigating the incident. The identities of the victims are still being confirmed, with further details to be provided as the investigation progresses.
The unfortunate incident adds to concerns about rising violent crime rates in Winnipeg, as highlighted in the city’s 2022 Annual Statistical Report, which recorded the highest levels of violent crime since 2009, including a record number of 53 homicides.