West Interlake RCMP investigate armed robbery

November 22, 2021
Ashern, Manitoba

News release

On November 20, 2021, at approximately 7:10 am, West Interlake RCMP received a report of a robbery at a residence in Ashern, Manitoba. Three armed males entered the residence and threatened the residents with a firearm, machete, and a baton. The suspects stole Canadian currency, jewelry, and electronics after assaulting an adult male resident, who suffered minor physical injuries. None of the other residents were physically injured.

The suspects left in a silver Jeep Wrangler. RCMP made patrols throughout the Ashern, Lundar, Gypsumville, Stonewall, and Ste. Rose du Lac areas, but the vehicle was not located.

The suspects are described as all between 5'7" and 5'10" tall and Caucasian. One of the male suspects is described as being approximately 40 years old with salt and pepper hair and hazel eyes.

Police do not believe this was a random incident.

If you have information, please call Ashern RCMP at 204-768-2311, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477, or secure tip online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com.

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Contact information

Tara Seel, Media Relations Officer
RCMP Media Relations
204-983-8497

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