RCMP have arrested a Cross Lake youth in connection with numerous firearms incidents that occurred this past week.
On April 10, 2012, shortly after 1am, RCMP Cross Lake Detachment responded to reports of a disturbance and shots fired outside and at a residence in the Saggitawak area of Cross Lake FN.
During the course of the investigation and immediate patrols of the area, RCMP learned that the suspect had also pointed a firearm at two local residents.
Shortly before 4am, a 17-year-old teenage male from Cross Lake was located and arrested in connection with the first report and subsequent incidents. He is currently facing charges of discharging a firearm with intent, careless use of a firearm, possessing a weapon for dangerous purposes, two counts of pointing a firearm as well as several counts of failing to comply to the conditions of an undertaking as well as conditions of a probation order.
The youth remains in custody pending a court appearance in Thompson. Under the Youth Justice Criminal Act, his name will not be released.
Anyone with information on this matter is asked to contact the RCMP Cross Lake Detachment at (204)676-2345 or if you wish to remain anonymous you can also call Manitoba Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477(TIPS). You can also SUBMIT a secure tip online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com or TEXT: TIPMAN plus your message to CRIMES(274637).
The investigation continues.
