Homicide Investigation – Arrests: C23-265089

Released: November 5, 2023 at 7:53 a.m.

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As previously released, on November 1, 2023, at approximately 2:30 a.m., the Winnipeg Police Service responded to the report of a deceased male in a suite located in the 200 block of Austin Street North.

The deceased has been identified as Derek Karl STEVENSON, 33.   

As a result of the investigation, it has been determined that the victim and two known females were together socializing. A physical altercation erupted, at which time the two females assaulted the victim, causing fatal injuries.

Cherilyn Ashley DUMAS, 20, and Calianna Grace KEEPER, 20, have been charged with 2nd Degree Murder and detained in custody.

Anyone with video surveillance or information that may assist investigators is asked to call the Homicide Unit at 204-986-6508, Crime Stoppers at 204-786-TIPS, or online at winnipegcrimestoppers.org

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