Selkirk RCMP investigate found human remains

September 1, 2021
Selkirk, Manitoba

News release

On August 30, 2021, at approximately 4:20 pm, Selkirk RCMP responded to a report of found human remains near the shore of the Red River located by the Lockport bridge, in the RM of St Clements.

With the assistance of an anthropologist, it was determined that the bones are archaeological in nature.

A smudging ceremony was held, and in consultation with First Nation's leadership, the remains were removed for repatriation.

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Contact information

Sgt. Paul Manaigre, Media Relations Officer
RCMP Media Relations
204-983-8497
Media.Relations.RCMP.Manitoba@rcmp-grc.gc.ca

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