Police Investigate Male Stabbed Numerous Times

February 14, 2025

Opaskwayak Cree Nation (OCN), Manitoba

On February 1^st, 2025, at approximately 11:40 AM, Manitoba First Nations Police (MFNP) were dispatched to the report of a stabbing at a residence on Bracken Dam Road In Opaskwayak Cree Nation.

When Officers arrived, they located an adult male with several injuries consistent with being stabbed. Emergency Medical Services arrived and provided medical assistance. Police learned that the altercation occurred at a different location not far from the victim’s location and that the suspect was still present.

Police attended the residence and contacted the occupants of the house; the suspect exited the residence and was arrested.

Donald Jay DEMCHYNSKI, 33-year-old of Opaskwayak Cree Nation, has been remanded into custody on the following charges:

· Aggravated Assault

· Assault with a weapon

If you have any information that could assist investigators, don't hesitate to get in touch with MFNPS Opaskwayak Cree Nation Detachment at 204-623-8200 or 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.

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