Suspect arrested in Thompson homicide
The RCMP logo is seen on the shoulder of a superintendent during a news conference, Saturday, June 24, 2023 in St. John’s, Newfoundland. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld
A suspect has been arrested following the stabbing death of a man in Thompson, Man., last month.
On Saturday, the Winnipeg Police Service arrested Gregory Spence, 20. He is scheduled to appear in court on Monday on the charge of second-degree murder.
This arrest is in connection with the homicide of a 31-year-old man in the Eastwood area of Thompson on Dec. 2.
The charge against Spence has not been proven in court.
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