On September 16, 2025, at 5:00 pm, Thompson RCMP responded to a report of a home invasion at an address located on Princeton Drive.

Officers immediately responded to the scene and located two victims, a 33-year-old male with serious but non-life-threatening injuries, and a 29-year-old female with minor physical injuries. The 33-year-old was transported to hospital and later flown to Winnipeg for further treatment.

Officers were advised that six individuals had broken into the home and assaulted the male victim with a machete and a baseball bat. The suspects caused damage within the property and then fled the scene on foot.

Patrols made in the area led to the arrest of two males, a 22-year-old male from Winnipeg and a 23-year-old male from Thompson. The other suspects were not located.

The 22-year-old, Christopher Dumas, was charged with Breaking and entering, Aggravated assault w/ a weapon & Aggravated assault. He was remanded into custody. The 23-year-old male was later released without charge as it was determined he had no involvement.

Anyone with information regarding this home invasion or on the identity of the other suspects is asked to contact the Thompson RCMP at 204-677-6909, call Manitoba Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477 or submit a secure tip online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com.

Thompson RCMP continue to investigate as further arrests are anticipated.