Community Alert: Teen Sexually Assaulted Near Camperville Lagoon

Winnipegosis RCMP are investigating a serious sexual assault involving a teenage girl that occurred in the early morning hours of June 1, 2026, in the community of Camperville, Manitoba. The incident was reported to police on June 23, 2026, and investigators are now appealing for information from anyone who may have seen suspicious activity or an off-road vehicle in the area that night.

The assault took place between approximately 1:00 a.m. and 4:00 a.m. after the teen left her home following an argument and encountered an unknown male driving an off-road vehicle. The man offered to take her to her father but instead drove her to the Pine Creek Lagoon, where he allegedly carried out a serious sexual assault before driving her to another nearby location and leaving the area.

Official Incident Details

Based on information released by Winnipegosis RCMP, the known details of the incident are as follows:

• Date of incident: June 1, 2026
• Time frame: Between approximately 1:00 a.m. and 4:00 a.m.
• Location: Area of Camperville, Manitoba, in the direction of Pine Creek School, with the assault occurring at or near the Pine Creek Lagoon.
• Victim: Teenage girl who had left her residence after an argument and was walking toward Pine Creek School.
• Encounter with suspect: The girl was approached by an unknown male operating an off-road vehicle (ORV). He told her that her father was looking for her and offered to drive her to him.
• Alleged assault: After the victim got onto the ORV, the male drove to the Pine Creek Lagoon area where he seriously sexually assaulted her.
• After the assault: The suspect then transported the girl to another nearby location, dropped her off, and left the scene.

Suspect and Vehicle Description

The suspect and his vehicle were described in the RCMP report as follows:

• Gender: Male
• Clothing: Black sweater, black sweatpants
• Headgear: Black helmet
• Vehicle type: Off-road vehicle (quad)
• Vehicle appearance: Smaller red and black quad

RCMP Request for Public Assistance

CrimeCanada.ca is asking our community to assist Winnipegosis RCMP with any information that may help identify the suspect or shed light on his movements on the night of June 1, 2026. This includes anyone who:

• Observed a male wearing all black and a black helmet riding a smaller red and black quad in or around Camperville in the early hours of June 1.
• Noticed unusual ORV or quad traffic near Pine Creek School, the Pine Creek Lagoon, or nearby roads during the 1:00 a.m. to 4:00 a.m. time frame.
• Has heard anyone discussing this incident or bragging about similar behaviour.

If you have any information, no matter how minor it may seem, please contact:

• Winnipegosis RCMP Detachment: 204-656-7003
• Manitoba Crime Stoppers: 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS)
• Online tip submission: www.manitobacrimestoppers.com

Individuals providing information through Crime Stoppers can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a cash reward, depending on the outcome of the investigation.

CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective

From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, this case is a stark reminder that sexual violence can occur in small and rural Manitoba communities as well as larger urban centres. While our data tools often focus on larger hubs such as the Winnipeg crime statistics and safety report, incidents like this show that isolated areas and late-night travel on foot can present unique safety risks, especially for youth.

We encourage community members to speak openly with teens about safe ways to seek space after a conflict at home, including letting a trusted adult know where they are going, being cautious about accepting rides from people they do not know well, and making a safety plan for getting home. Importantly, responsibility for this crime lies solely with the offender; survivors are never to blame. Reporting suspicious activity, unfamiliar vehicles, or concerning behaviour to police can help prevent further harm and support broader community safety across Manitoba.

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.