UPDATE 2: Gypsumville RCMP respond to shooting in Pinaymootang First Nation - suspect in custody

UPDATE 2: Gypsumville RCMP respond to shooting in Pinaymootang First Nation

On February 20, 2024, 18-year-old Dredynn Kenneth Ducharme was arrested without incident in Winnipeg by the Manitoba Integrated Violent Offender Apprehension Unit.

He remains in custody on a charge of Second-Degree Murder.

UPDATE: A man is charged with second-degree murder. 

On Feb. 15, 18-year-old Dredynn Kenneth Ducharme of Grand Rapids was charged with 2nd Degree Murder, in relation to the homicide of a 23-year-old male that occurred in Pinaymootang First Nation on Feb.12, 2024.

A warrant for his arrest has been issued. 

Ducharme is described as 6', 140 lbs with longer black hair and brown eyes, and believed to be in Winnipeg. He is considered ARMED and DANGEROUS. Do NOT approach. If seen, call police immediately.

Anyone with information is asked to call Gypsumville RCMP Detachment at 204-659-2682, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477, or secure tip online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com.

NOTE: Photo attached is dated, Ducharme now has longer black hair.

It was approximately 11:50 PM on Feb. 12, when Gypsumville RCMP was called to a shooting in Pinaymootang First Nation. Upon arrival, officers located an unresponsive 23-year-old man outside of a residence. Officers provided first-aid, including CPR, but he was later pronounced deceased on scene. 

RCMP Major Crime Services, along with Gypsumville and Ashern RCMP, and RCMP Forensic Identification Services did the investigation.

Anyone with information is asked to call Gypsumville RCMP Detachment at 204-659-2682, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477, or secure tip online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com.

Pinaymootang First Nation near the Fairford Dam is about a 3-hour drive north of Winnipeg on Hwy 6.