On August 30, 2025, at 11:30 pm, The Pas RCMP received a report of a disturbance at a residence on Snake Island Way at Clearwater Lake.

When officers arrived on scene, Manitoba Conservation officers directed them to a seriously injured female located outside the residence. Emergency Medical Services responded and transported the victim to hospital in critical condition.

The initial investigation led to the arrest of a 35-year-old male at the scene.

The 31-year-old female victim was later flown to Winnipeg for further treatment where, on September 4, 2025, she succumbed to her injuries. Her death is now being investigated as a homicide.

35-year-old Walter Leach, from The Pas, was remanded in custody and was originally charged with Aggravated assault, his charge has now been upgraded to Manslaughter. He remains in custody

The Pas RCMP, along with RCMP Major Crime Services and Forensic Identification Services, continue to investigate.