Oakbank RCMP are currently investigating a serious assault incident that recently occurred at a business located on Jean Marc Avenue, in the Rural Municipality of Springfield.

On July 26, 2024, at approximately 7am, Oakbank RCMP responded to an aggravated assault at a business in the RM of Springfield. It was reported to police that a male had just arrived outside the business when four unknown male suspects with machetes assaulted him.

Police say that the 27-year-old victim, from Winnipeg, was taken to hospital with serious injuries.

RCMP report that the investigation is ongoing and members are looking to identify a suspect vehicle, a dark coloured Honda Civic that was in the area at the time of the incident.

If you have information regarding this incident or vehicle, you are asked to call Oakbank RCMP at 204-444-3847 or CrimeStoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477. You can also submit a secure tip online at manitobacrimestoppers.com.