RCMP at Swan River are investigating a homicide.

On August 8, shortly before 2:00 am, Swan River RCMP went to a residence in the Starlite Trailer Court.

They were responding to a call of a residential fire.

Officers arrived at the scene and found the residence engulfed in flames. The body of a 64 year old male, identified as the lone resident of the home, was located inside. He has since been identified as Rene Distefano, AKA "Rambler".

RCMP Major Crime Services are investigating the death as a homicide and are requesting the assistance of the public.

Anyone with information call the Swan River RCMP at 204-734-4686, or call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477.