Female charged in connection with Shooting

December 13, 2025

Female charged in connection with Shooting

On December 3, 2025, shortly after 8:00 am Manitoba First Nations Police Service (MFNPS) officers received a report of a male suffering from a gunshot wound at a residence on Lake Road North in Sandy Bay First Nation.

Officers immediately attended to the residence along with EMS. It was confirmed that the male had an injury consistent with a gun shot. He was transported to Health Sciences Centre in stable condition by STARS air ambulance.

It was determined that the shooting had taken place at a residence on Lake Road South. Members secured that residence and a search warrant was executed to locate any evidence related to the shooting.

Through investigation it was determined that the victim and suspect got into a physical altercation inside the residence. During the altercation, a homemade firearm was discharged, striking the victim.

On December 4, 2025, just after 3:00 pm MFNPS officers were updated that the Sandy Bay First Nation Safety Officers had located the suspect, 20-year-old Samora Richard.

She was arrested and charged with the following offences.

- Assault with a Weapon

- Discharge Firearm with Intent

- Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose

- Fail to Comply with Release Order

RICHARD was held in custody to appear in Portage La Prairie Provincial Court on December 5, 2025.

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Manitoba First Nations Police Service Body-Worn Cameras

January 20, 2026

The Manitoba First Nations Police Service (MFNPS) is proud to announce that we now have full deployment and use of Axon body-worn cameras at all our 12 detachments. In 2025, we began a systematic deployment of this important technology one detachment at a time. The adoption of body-worn cameras represents a significant step forward in enhancing transparency, accountability, and community trust in policing. These devices provide an accurate and objective record of interactions between MFNPS officers and community members, strengthening public confidence while supporting officer safety and professionalism. “Body-worn cameras are an important tool that will help us continue building strong, positive relationships with the communities we serve,” said Chief of Police Jason Colon. The MFNPS utilizes this technology in a way that reflects our values and priorities. Training has been provided to officers to ensure responsible and effective use, aligned with best practices and the highest standards of policing. The Manitoba First Nations Police Service remains committed to modernization and strengthening trust with the communities we serve through innovative tools, professional excellence, and cultural respect.