Community Alert: Suspect Wanted After Attempted Home Break-In in Beausejour

RCMP Seek Public Help After Attempted Break and Enter

In the early morning hours of March 29, 2026, officers from Beausejour RCMP responded to an attempted break and enter at a home in the 800 block of Ashton Avenue in Beausejour, Manitoba. Around 2:24 a.m., the homeowners reported loud noises at their front door and saw a man actively trying to force his way inside.

When the suspect realized he had been seen, he fled the area before police arrived. Despite a search involving Beausejour RCMP, an RCMP drone operator, and RCMP Police Dog Services, officers were unable to locate him that night. Follow-up investigation and review of multiple surveillance recordings later led police to identify a suspect.

Suspect Identified and Wanted by RCMP

Based on the ongoing investigation, police have identified the suspect as 22-year-old Jacob (also referenced as Jacon) Ashe from the Rural Municipality of Reynolds, Manitoba. He is currently wanted in connection with the attempted break and enter at the Ashton Avenue residence.

For residents seeking broader context on local crime patterns, you can review Beausejour, Manitoba crime statistics and safety data to better understand trends in property and break-and-enter offences in the area.

Official Details from Beausejour RCMP

According to the official RCMP release, the incident unfolded as follows:

• Date & Time: March 29, 2026, at approximately 2:24 a.m.
• Location: A residence in the 800 block of Ashton Avenue, Beausejour, Manitoba.
• Incident Type: Attempted break and enter to a private home.
• Initial Response: Beausejour RCMP, an RCMP drone operator, and RCMP Police Dog Services searched the area but were unable to locate the suspect at the time.

Charges Sought

Police have obtained warrants for Jacob/Jacon Ashe, who is now wanted on the following alleged offences:

• Break and enter
• Mischief
• Fail to comply with a release order (two counts)

Suspect Description

RCMP have released the following physical description to assist the public:

• Height: 5’11”
• Weight: Approximately 185 lbs
• Hair: Red
• Eyes: Blue

How the Crime Canada Community Can Help

This is an active warrant and public assistance is urgently requested. If you see Jacob/Jacon Ashe or know where he might be, do not approach him. Your safety comes first. Instead, contact police immediately using the numbers below:

• In an emergency or if the suspect is seen: Call 911
• Beausejour RCMP Detachment: 204-268-1234
• Crime Stoppers (anonymous tips): 1-800-222-8477
• Online anonymous tip: www.manitobacrimestoppers.com

The investigation by Beausejour RCMP remains active. Any detail, even if it seems minor, can help officers safely locate the suspect and prevent further incidents.

CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective

Attempted break and enter incidents like this one are serious community safety concerns, particularly when they occur at occupied homes during overnight hours. At CrimeCanada.ca, our mission is to help residents across Manitoba stay informed about emerging risks, recognize patterns in property crime, and know how to respond safely. Prompt reporting of suspicious behaviour—such as unknown individuals loitering near doors, vehicles slowly circling residential blocks, or unusual noises at night—can give police the lead time they need to intervene before a crime escalates.

Residents are encouraged to take basic prevention steps, such as ensuring exterior doors are solid and properly locked, keeping entryways well lit, and making use of doorbell or exterior cameras where possible. Sharing reliable information with police and with trusted neighbours is a key part of building safer streets. When communities stay alert and work together, they can help reduce the impact of property crime and support law enforcement in bringing wanted individuals into custody.

Official Source & Community Safety

This safety alert is based on an official release from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). CrimeCanada.ca aggregates and analyzes this data to keep the manitoba community informed, aware, and safe. We are an independent safety data aggregator and not the original creators of the underlying incident report.

Read the full official release here: RCMP Official Statement.