News release
Selkirk RCMP arrest three individuals in a break and enter in progress
September 19, 2025
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Selkirk, Manitoba
From: Manitoba RCMP
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On September 12, 2025, at 7:20 pm, Selkirk RCMP responded to a break and enter in progress at a residence in the 300 block of Mercy Street in Selkirk. There were two males and one female attempting to enter a residence through a window.
Police attended immediately and located the three suspects hiding in a vehicle near the dumpsters close to the residence. Police approached the vehicle and one male fled on foot. Police caught up to the male and arrested him without incident. During the short foot pursuit, the male disposed of a firearm by throwing it away. The two other occupants of the vehicle were arrested without incident.
The three suspects did not gain entry to the residence as they were quickly arrested upon police arrival. The residence was occupied by its two owners.
The female, a 30-year-old from Selkirk, was released on an Undertaking for court.
Brenden Benne, a 26-year-old from the RM of St Andrews, and Devon Obirek, a 29-year-old from Selkirk, were both remanded into custody.
They have been charged with:
- Break and enter with intent – Residence
- Unauthorised possession of a firearm
- Possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose
- Tampering with serial number of firearms
Selkirk RCMP continue to investigate.