RCMP renew call for leads in 2021 slaying of Nisichawayasihk man

RCMP are still investigating the homicide of a 22-year-old man from Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation in Manitoba’s north, five years since he went missing. 

Rico Linklater was last seen in the community, also known as Nelson House, early in the morning on Oct. 21, 2021, and was reported missing two days later. The case was deemed a homicide in 2022.

Despite extensive investigation and searches over the years, including by RCMP specialists, his remains have not been found and no one has been charged in his death.

“Each time our team of investigators travels to the community, we continue to conduct interviews and follow up on any leads that come in,” said RCMP major crime Sgt. Brian White. “This was a 22-year-old young man that did not return home to his family, and tragically, was the victim of a homicide.”

White encouraged anyone with information to contact the Nisichawayasihk RCMP detachment at 204-484-2837.

“Any little piece of information may assist us in being able to provide answers to Rico’s family,” said the Mountie.

Major crimes investigators intend to return to the community in the near future to work on the case.