Tragic Murder-Suicide in Winnipeg: Nadia Flett-Carriere and Winnipeg Man Identified in Domestic Incident on Sherburn Street
WINNIPEG, MB — April 29, 2025 — Winnipeg police have confirmed that a devastating domestic-related murder-suicide claimed the lives of two individuals on Monday afternoon in the city’s West End. The incident unfolded at a residence on Sherburn Street, where officers responded following reports of gunfire and a welfare concern.
Authorities have now identified the deceased as 23-year-old Nadia Flett-Carriere, a member of God’s Lake First Nation, and a 27-year-old Winnipeg man, whose identity has not yet been formally released pending notification of next of kin. Police believe the incident was the result of a domestic dispute that escalated into a violent and fatal confrontation.
According to the Winnipeg Police Service (WPS), officers were called to the Sherburn Street home around 3:45 p.m. on Monday, April 28, after neighbors reported hearing loud arguing followed by gunshots. Upon entering the residence, officers discovered the bodies of both individuals. Nadia Flett-Carriere was found with critical injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene. The male suspect was also found dead from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Investigators from the WPS Homicide Unit quickly determined that the case was consistent with a murder-suicide, with no outstanding suspects or risk to the public. Authorities are continuing to piece together the timeline leading up to the tragic event and have indicated that a firearm was recovered from the scene.
Friends and family of Flett-Carriere have expressed heartbreak and disbelief at the loss of a young woman described as kind-hearted, intelligent, and deeply connected to her cultural roots. “Nadia was the light in every room she entered,” said one family member in a statement. “She had dreams, and she loved fiercely. Her life was stolen from her in a moment of senseless violence.”
Community leaders from God’s Lake First Nation have also spoken out, calling the tragedy another stark example of the urgent need to address intimate partner violence and mental health support—especially for Indigenous women, who continue to be disproportionately affected by gender-based violence in Canada.
“We are grieving the loss of one of our own. Nadia’s death is a painful reminder that we must continue fighting for justice, for safety, and for the resources to protect our women,” said a spokesperson for the First Nation. “Our prayers are with her family.”
Winnipeg Police are urging anyone with information about the events leading up to the shooting—particularly those who may have had recent contact with either individual—to come forward. Investigators are also reviewing digital communications, social media, and call logs to establish a clearer picture of the relationship dynamics and whether there were warning signs.
As Winnipeg continues to reel from the tragedy, local advocacy organizations and crisis centers have renewed calls for stronger interventions in cases of domestic abuse, including better support systems for young women in vulnerable relationships.
Anyone experiencing domestic violence is urged to contact local support services or reach out to the Domestic Violence Crisis Line at 1-877-977-0007, which is available 24/7 for those in Manitoba.
Nadia Flett-Carriere’s family is expected to release more details regarding memorial services in the coming days. A community vigil is also being planned in her memory, as loved ones seek to honor her life and bring attention to the broader issue of violence against women.
The investigation remains ongoing.