Manitoba RCMP have confirmed the death of a 75-year-old man as a homicide, months after his remains were discovered at a property in the RM of Rockwood.
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RCMP released surveillance images of a man they believe may have information related to the homicide of 75-year-old Dimitar Rachev. Investigators are asking anyone who can identify him to contact police
Dimitar Rachev was identified as the victim after human remains were found near a residence off Highway 7 on Nov. 21, 2024. Investigators now say he was killed.
On May 15, 2025, RCMP Major Crime Services, assisted by a forensic anthropology team, conducted a secondary ground search at the Rockwood property as part of the ongoing investigation.
Police are asking to speak with anyone who had contact with Rachev after Nov. 1, 2024. They are also seeking the public’s help in identifying a man shown in surveillance images who may have information about the case.
The investigation began last fall when Stonewall RCMP responded to a report of found human remains and secured the scene. A search of the property was carried out in the days that followed by multiple RCMP units, including Forensic Identification Services and Search and Rescue.
As part of the investigation, officers sought a grey 2007 Saturn Ion with Manitoba licence plate HGL 773, believed to have been removed from the property. The vehicle was later located in Winnipeg on Nov. 26 following a tip from the public.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Stonewall RCMP at 204-467-5591, or call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477. Tips can also be submitted securely online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com.
