Impaired driver assaults Police

On April 12, 2026, at approximately 7:30 PM, officers from the Manitoba First Nations Police Waywayseecappo detachment were on pro-active patrol on Highway 45 where they observed a vehicle travelling at a high-rate of speed in the oncoming lane of traffic, directly towards the police unit. Officers were required to take evasive action to avoid a head-on collision.

A traffic stop was conducted on the vehicle, and the driver appeared to be intoxicated by alcohol. He was arrested without issue.

Upon being transported to the office for processing, the adult male became aggressive and uncooperative. While handcuffed, he was able to head-butt an officer and uttered threats to kill. Throughout the remainder of his time in custody, he continued to be aggressive. The officer was injured but did not require medical attention.

Brenton LEDOUX, 29, of Waywayseecappo has been released on a Release Order to appear in Court with the following charges:



-       Impaired operation of a motor vehicle

-       Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle

-       Assault on a Police Officer

-       Uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm