Winnipeg Police Homicide Unit has charged 40-year-old Jason Matthew Keam with second-degree murder in the death of 33-year-old Stephanie Anderson-Paupanekis.
On March 22, 2025, at approximately 3:10 a.m., the Winnipeg Police Service responded to the report of a domestic-related assault at a residence in the 1000 block of Selkirk Avenue.
Upon arrival, General Patrol officers from the North District, located an adult female with severe injuries. They provided emergency medical care including CPR. She was transported to hospital in critical condition, however, succumbed to her injuries.
Stephanie was a member of Norway House First Nation and had been residing in Winnipeg since 2024.
With the assistance of the K9 unit, an adult male was located nearby and taken into custody.
The Winnipeg Police Service says they are committed to providing support to survivors of intimate partner violence.
If you are in immediate danger call 911.
There are helpful police and community resources available, including, WPS Victim Services 204-986-6350, and MB Justice Domestic Violence Support Service. For information regarding family violence shelters, you can call Ikwe Widdjiitiwin at 1-800-362-3344 and Willow Place at 204-615-0311.
