RCMP are looking for two suspects wanted in connection to a shooting and assault that happened in Portage la Prairie on July 15, 2018.
A 20-year-old male had been shot and an 18-year-old male had been seriously assaulted. At the time of the incident, police said that they did not believe the shooting and assault were random.
Investigators have arrested and charged 26-year-old Tyler Tukundum from Winkler with Aggravated Assault on the 18-year-old victim.
They have also identified two suspects in connection to the shooting.
Jonah Perswain, 18 from Portage la Prairie is facing charges for his alleged involvement of Attempted murder, Aggravated assault, Discharging a firearm with intent, Carrying a concealed weapon and Possession of a prohibited weapon with ammunition.
He is described as standing approximately 5’6″ tall and weighing 160 pounds
Also wanted is 21-year-old Tommy Beaulieu from Portage la Prairie. Beaulieu is facing charges of Aggravated Assault, Discharging a firearm with intent, Assault with a weapon and Fail to comply with weapons prohibition He is described as 5’11” tall weighing 165 pounds. He has large “$” tattoos on his arms as well as a prominent tattoo over his right eyebrow.
RCMP say that both suspects are considered armed and dangerous. They should not be approached if seen.
Anyone with information on their whereabouts should contact police at 204-857-4445 or call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1 800-222-8477, submit a secure tip online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com or text “TIPMAN” plus your message to CRIMES (274637).
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