Winnipeg Police Service is actively investigating a suspicious death involving Jamie Raymond Asham, which occurred in the early morning hours of May 30, 2026, in the city’s North District.
According to police, officers were dispatched just before 8:00 a.m. to a wellbeing check at a residence in the 700 block of Stella Avenue. The call prompted a response from North District General Patrol units, who arrived at the location shortly after receiving the report.
Upon arrival, officers located a deceased adult male outside one of the residential properties. The scene was immediately secured, and additional resources were called in to assist with the investigation.
The Winnipeg Police Service Homicide Unit has since taken over the case, now formally identified as investigation C26-127497. Authorities have confirmed that the death is being treated as suspicious while investigators work to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Police have not released further details regarding the cause of death or any potential suspects at this time. Investigators continue to process the scene, gather evidence, and speak with potential witnesses as part of the ongoing inquiry.
Authorities emphasize that the investigation remains in its early stages and that no additional information is being released while follow-up work continues. The Homicide Unit is working to establish a timeline of events leading up to the discovery of the victim and determine whether criminal activity was involved.
As with all active homicide investigations, police are urging members of the public to come forward with any information that may assist in the case. Even small details could be significant in helping investigators piece together what occurred.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Winnipeg Police Service Homicide Unit at 204-986-6508. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Crime Stoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477) or online at winnipegcrimestoppers.org.
The investigation remains ongoing, and police say further updates will be provided as new information becomes available.
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