WINNIPEG – The Manitoba Warrior street gang were the target of RCMP investigation into a drug trafficking network called project Derelict. Police said the investigation began in July 2018, undertaken by members of the RCMP Federal Serious and Organized Crime and Integrated Gang Intelligence Units. Police discovered a Manitoba Warrior street gang drug trafficking network…
Two Employers Fined After Employees Lose Fingers
Two Employers were prosecuted for violations under the Workplace Safety and Health Act and handed out fines totalling more than $110,000. On April 12, 2016, a worker with Winkler-based Prinsco Canada Inc. was instructed to install rubber trim on the sharp edges of a resin mixer. While performing the work, the mixer remained in operation…
RCMP Seize Large Quantity of Cocaine, Cash and Weapons
On November 12, Thompson RCMP along with specialized units, executed two search warrants at two residences in Thompson, Manitoba. Thompson RCMP, Manitoba North District Specialized Units, and the Emergency Response Team searched a residence located on Caribou Road in Thompson and seized approximately 947 grams of cocaine, an SKS high powered rifle, ammunition, cross bow…
Premier Conquers Trail That Broke His Arm
WINNIPEG — A year after he was seriously injured on a wilderness hike in New Mexico, Manitoba Premier Brian Pallister has apparently conquered the same trail. Pallister’s press secretary says the premier and his wife, Esther, completed the Rain Creek−Mogollon Trail on Tuesday and also thanked first responders and hospital staff who helped him last…
RCMP Investigate Diesel Spill at Keeyask Generating Station
Gillam RCMP are investigating a diesel spill that happened on November 8 at the Manitoba Hydro Keeyask Generating Station. They were advised that it was intentionally released into the ground are are asking for public assistance identifying who is responsible. The RCMP are asking anyone with information to call the Gillam RCMP at 204-652-2200, or…
Morden Parking Ban in Effect
MORDEN – Morden residents are being reminded that the parking ban is in effect starting October 1st through till April 30th between midnight and 8:00am. Any vehicle parked on the street during that time may be towed and the owner fine $150 plus towing costs. For more information on this parking ban see the City…
Do You Know This Man? He’s Wanted by Morris RCMP
MORRIS – RCMP are looking for the public’s help identifying the suspect in the pictures below. Morris RCMP said a break and enter and theft happened on October 8th, at a commercial business on Main Street in Morris. Surveillance video shows a male suspect, wearing blue overalls and an orange balaclava, removing numerous tires out…
Big Drug Bust & Several Arrested by Manitoba RCMP
NORWAY HOUSE – Several people are facing multiple charges after a large drug bust involving RCMP from Thompson and Norway House RCMP said between the 8th and 10th of November officers from Thompson and Norway House RCMP executed three separate and unrelated search warrants at homes located in Thompson, Paint Lake Provincial Park and Norway…
Selkirk Man, 30, Murdered – RCMP Investigating
SELKIRK – RCMP in Selkirk are investigating a homicide that occurred this morning. There is very little information being released by police. Police are only saying that Saturday around 5:00AM the responded to a call of an injured man. The victim, 30-years-old, was taken to hospital where he died of his injuries at 8:00AM. RCMP…
Bear Clan Patrol Gets Big Boost From Provincial Government
The Bear Clan Patrol is getting a boost from the provincial government to the tune of $200,000. Since briefly functioning during the 1990s, the Bear Clan restarted operations again in 2015, and has since become a model for community safety patrols by First Nations groups across Canada. “Funding is essential at this stage in the…