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School Bus Driver Arrested for Impaired Driving
Apr 17, 2024
Waywayseecappo First Nation
On April 15, 2024, the Manitoba First Nations Police Service (MFNPS) responded to a report of an impaired driver operating a school bus in Waywayseecappo First Nation.
Members of the Manitoba First Nation Police Service responded to a report of a possible impaired school bus driver who was operating a school bus with children were on board on Procure Road. Police located a male driver and determined that he was under the influence of alcohol. The driver was arrested for Impaired operation by alcohol and transported to the detachment, where he provided samples of his breath that resulted in readings that were double the legal limit.
The adult male was released on an appearance notice to attend court at a later date.
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Waywayseecappo First Nation: On February 24, 2024 around 4:00 A.M., a 22 year old female from Waywayseecappo First Nation was walking alone on Procure Road in the community when she was attacked by a group of dogs. The victims clothing was ripped away and she sustained numerous dog bites. The victim was able to scream for help at which time other community members came to her aid and chased the dogs away. The victim was transported to Russell Health Care in Russell, Manitoba where she was admitted for her injuries. She is currently in stable condition. On February 25, 2024, Waywayseecappo First Nation Safety Officers (WFNSO) along with MFNPS officers attended to a residence in the community where 3 of the dogs responsible for the attack were located. WFNSO seized 2 dogs without incident but had to put the other dog down. This incident is still under investigation. If you have any information that could assist investigators, please call the Waywayseecappo detachment at 204-859-5071 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.