Manitoba RCMP Major Crime Services have arrested and charged a 14-year-old male youth in connection to a recent homicide that occurred in Long Plain First Nation.
The Long Plain Detachment of the Manitoba First Nations Police Service (MFNPS) are reporting that a vehicle recently pulled up to the detachment with a 26-year-old male inside the vehicle requiring medical assistance. Officers exited the detachment and provided medical assistance until EMS arrived on scene.
Investigation has uncovered that the vehicle had stopped at a residence in Long Plain First Nation to drop off another passenger. At this time, a 14-year-old male youth exited the home and confronted the victim in regards to stolen property. The passenger, who remained seated in the vehicle, was then approached by the male youth, who then entered the vehicle and stabbed the victim.
Police say that the vehicle then left the scene and drove to the Long Plain Detachment. The 26-year-old was subsequently transported to hospital and eventually succumbed to his injuries.
RCMP report that the 14-year-old youth was arrested by MFNPS officers and charged with 2nd degree murder in relation to this incident.
