The Manitoba First Nations Police Service seized multiple firearms in Sandy Bay First Nation on April 1, 2026, after receiving reports of a male driving through the Townsite area and shooting dogs. One dog was critically injured during the incident, which prompted officers to execute a search warrant at a residence on Center Road.
The operation was conducted by the newly formed Crime Reduction and Enforcement Unit, a specialized team launched on March 17, 2026, to focus on illegal firearms, illicit drugs, and gang activity. This marks one of the unit’s first major operations in the community.
Police are reminding residents that discharging firearms in populated neighbourhoods creates a serious public safety risk. Instead of taking matters into their own hands, community members with concerns about aggressive animals are urged to contact the Sandy Bay First Nation Safety Officers for a safe and appropriate resolution.
This incident follows a series of recent police actions involving firearms in the community. On March 24, 2026, the same specialized police unit and the RCMP Emergency Response Team executed a search warrant in the Townsite area, leading to the arrest of a 24-year-old local man on multiple weapon-related charges.
Residents requiring assistance from the local detachment can reach out to the office located at Unit 245-1 Main Road. Police emergencies should be directed to 204-843-7700, while general inquiries can be made by calling 204-843-7701.
