One arrested after robbery at knifepoint

On March 22, 2026, at approximately 7:00 PM, the Manitoba First Nations Police Service received a report from a male victim indicating that he had just been held at knifepoint and robbed by two suspects, who were still on scene. Officers attended immediately and were directed by witnesses to a nearby business.

One of the suspects immediately fled on foot when advised he was under arrest. After a short foot chase, the male continued to resist arrest. An Energy Weapon (TASER) was deployed and successfully allowed the officers to take the male into custody. The second male had fled the scene prior to police arrival and has not been located. The victim was not injured. 

Lionel BOURASSA, 41, of Grand Rapids has been remanded into custody with the following charges: 

• Assault 
• Uttering threats 
• Resist arrest 

Additionally, BOURASSA had two warrants for arrest for the following charges: 

• Assault 
• Break and Enter 
• Utter Threats 
• Robbery 

The second suspect has been identified, and police are in the process of obtaining a warrant for arrest. 

If you have any information that could assist investigators, don't hesitate to contact MFNPS Opaskwayak Cree Nation, at 204-623-8301 or the MFNPS TIPS line anonymously at 1-833-978-0048 or email TIPS@mfnp.ca. The MFNP TIPS line is accessible 24/7, 365 days a year, and monitored regularly.