Winnipeg police are conducting a search of St. Vital Park for a man reported missing, the service confirmed in a release published on July 15, 2026. An undated photograph of the man, identified by police as Richard Wanke, was supplied to media to assist the ongoing search.
What authorities have released
Police provided an image of the missing man as part of public communications on the case. Media outlets reported the photograph was supplied by Winnipeg police; the published notice carried a July 15, 2026 timestamp. No additional operational details, such as the nature of the disappearance, time last seen, or search tactics, were included in the initial media release.
"Winnipeg police are searching St. Vital Park for a missing man," the police-supplied photograph and accompanying notice stated.
Local context and implications
St. Vital Park is a frequently visited green space in Winnipeg. An active police search in that area can affect residents' access and plans, particularly for those who recreate or commute through the park. At this stage, police have released a photograph to the public; further operational updates will determine whether additional public safety measures, temporary closures or requests for assistance are issued.
- Subject: Missing person — photograph released by Winnipeg police
- Location: St. Vital Park, Winnipeg
- Date of release: July 15, 2026
Information available and what remains unknown
The information circulated so far is limited to the photograph and the location of the search. Media reports that referenced the police image did not include additional specifics such as the man’s age, the circumstances surrounding his disappearance, whether he was reported missing by family or found to be absent by others, or a timeline for the search.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Person identified | Richard Wanke (named in police-supplied image) |
| Park | St. Vital Park, Winnipeg |
| Release date | July 15, 2026 |
Residents who frequent St. Vital Park or live nearby should monitor official Winnipeg Police Service channels for verified updates. News outlets that republished the police release did so to broaden public awareness; any requests for assistance, descriptions, or eyewitness appeals would be expected to come directly from police in subsequent bulletins.
InfoRadar will continue to follow official releases and will update this report as police provide more details about the search, any public-safety advisories, or the outcome of the operation.
