RCMP have identified the murder victim in a recent homicide that occurred in Sommerfeld, Manitoba, this past weekend.
The murder victim has been identified as 35-year-old Brandy Lenton of Sommerfeld, Manitoba. An autopsy was conducted on May 9, 2010 at the St. Boniface Hospital and the cause of her death has been attributed to gunshot wounds. Brandy Lenton was murdered in the residence she was living in.
The suspect in this murder has been identified as 63-year-old Melvin John Nickel of Altona. Nickel was found deceased at an outdoor location just outside Altona where he was employed.
An autopsy was completed this morning at the St. Boniface Hospital. The cause of his death has been attributed to a gunshot wound. Investigation indicates he took his own life.
RCMP report that Lenton and Nickel knew each other and that they are not looking for other suspects in the murder investigation.
Sgt. Line Karpish
RCMP Media Relations
(204)983-8497
