Ontario Man Charged With Trafficking

May 1, 2024

Sandy Bay Ojibway First Nation

On April 29, 2024 shortly before 9:00PM, officers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle which contained four occupants.


During the stop, officers formed the grounds and detained the occupants for a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) investigation. 


Officers located suspected cocaine and crack cocaine in possession of the driver and other items associated with drug trafficking in the vehicle. Over 100 grams of suspected cocaine and crack cocaine were seized.


26-year-old Sicetus AKHINAGBA of Brampton, Ontario was charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking cocaine. He was held in custody to appear in Portage La Prairie court on April 30, 2024.

The other occupants were released without charges. 


This incident is still under investigation. Please call MFNPS Sandy Bay First Nation Detachment  204-843-7700 or MFNPS TIPS line anonymously at 1-833-978-0048 or email TIPS@mfnp.ca if you have any information. The MFNP TIPS line is accessible 24/7, 365 days a year and is monitored regularly.

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.
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