RCMP in western Manitoba respond to two firearm incidents overnight

June 3, 2021
Winnipeg, Manitoba

News release

On June 2, 2021, at approximately 8:50 pm, Prairie Mountain RCMP responded to a report of shots fired at a residence on Pioneer Avenue, in Rossburn.

It was reported that shots were fired and three suspects were seen fleeing the area in a pick-up truck. When officers arrived, the residence was vacant but there were signs that someone had been injured at the home.

A short time later RCMP were notified that a male had shown up at the hospital with injuries. He remains in hospital.

Prairie Mountain RCMP are asking anyone with information to call Russell RCMP 204-773-2105, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477, or secure tip online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com.

This is believed to be an isolated incident and there is no risk to public safety at this time.

Prairie Mountain RCMP continue to investigate.

On June 3, 2021, at approximately 1:15 am, Portage la Prairie RCMP responded to a report of a home invasion on 2nd Street NW, in Portage la Prairie.

A male suspect entered the residence with an improvised firearm, threatened and assaulted the occupants, stole items and fled on foot.

Officers located the suspect and he was arrested without incident after a short foot pursuit.

The suspect was found to be in possession of suspected crystal methamphetamine.

Bradley Houle, 29, has been charged with;

Robbery with a Firearm x2
Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking
Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose
Using a Firearm in the Commission of an Offence
Assault with a Weapon
Carrying a Concealed Weapon
Breaking and Entering
Possession of a Firearm when Knowing Possession is Unauthorized
Weapons Possession contrary to order x2
Uttering Threats

He was remanded into custody.

Portage la Prairie RCMP continue to investigate.

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File number: 2021-774123/2021-775255

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