Weapons charges pursued after driver attempts to flee Police.
Sandy Bay First Nation, Manitoba
On April 6, 2025, the Manitoba First Nations Police Service (MFNPS) received a request from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) to be on the lookout for 2 stolen trucks that were possibly heading to the Sandy Bay community.
Police observed the suspect vehicles described as a white Ford Truck and a Dodge truck on Hwy 50 near the community of Langruth, and attempted to stop the vehicles. The Dodge truck turned onto a gravel road, and the Police stayed with the white truck, soon after the Dodge returned to the highway from behind the Police unit and both vehicles tried to “box” in the patrol unit and force it off the road. While waiting for backup units the Dodge truck again left the highway. Police continued pursuing the white Ford Truck when backup units arrived; however, the vehicle continued and sped off when the emergency lights were activated. The vehicle continued to travel on Highway 50 northbound, once the vehicle reached the entrance to Sandy Bay community it came to a stop. A lone driver exited the vehicle and was arrested without incident. The second vehicle described as a Dodge Ram fled the area.
Officers searched the vehicle and located 4 firearms with numerous ammunitions. MFNP also learned that the vehicle was involved in numerous property and off-road vehicle thefts in surrounding communities.
Police have laid the following charges on a 17-year-old youth.
- Unauthorized Possession of a firearm X4
- Flight from a peace officer
- Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle
The youth was released with numerous conditions by the courts.
If you have any information that could assist investigators, don't hesitate to get in touch with MFNPS Sandy Bay Detachment at 204-843-7700 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.
