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Fatal Shooting of Jayden Laporte in Winnipeg’s West Broadway Neighbourhood
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What Happened
On a Sunday night in the West Broadway neighbourhood of Winnipeg, 23-year-old Jayden Laporte was shot while meeting a group of people near the intersection of Balmoral Avenue and Spence Street. Police said a gun was drawn during the encounter and Laporte was struck. He was rushed to the Health Sciences Centre by family members around 8 p.m. and later died from his injuries.
Police Response
The Winnipeg Police Service (WPS) announced that the incident is being treated as a homicide. In a news release, officers said they responded to the hospital after being called by staff. The WPS homicide unit is leading the investigation and has not yet identified or located any suspects. Police have asked anyone with information to contact investigators at 204-986-6508, or to submit tips anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 204-786-8477 or online.
Community Context
Laporte was a member of Long Plain First Nation and had been living in Portage la Prairie at the time of his death. His killing adds to concerns about gun violence in Winnipeg and has prompted calls for community safety measures, though no specific policy responses have been detailed by officials.
Ongoing Investigation
The search for suspects remains active, with police emphasizing that the investigation is “ongoing.” No arrests have been reported, and authorities have not provided a timeline for when further details might be released. The case continues to be monitored by local media and law-enforcement updates.