A man from Sandy Bay First Nation is facing weapons charges after police say he rammed their vehicle with his car during a pursuit.
On Saturday, October 3, a Manitoba First Nations Police Service (MFNPS) K-9 unit was on patrol in Sandy Bay First Nation and noticed a small car travelling at a high rate of speed.
A traffic stop was initially unsuccessful as the suspect vehicle refused to stop, leading to a pursuit lasting about 30 minutes.
According to MFNPS, the suspect rammed a marked police vehicle during the pursuit in an attempt to escape. The police vehicle sustained minor damage and the officer was uninjured.
The suspect attempted to flee on foot but was apprehended by police K-9 CETO.
Upon arrest, a search of the vehicle recovered ammunition, a magazine for a rifle, a prohibited firearm, and a non-restricted firearm.
30-year-old Lindsey Daniel Houle from Sandy Bay First Nation has been charged. He faces the following offences:
▪ Assault on Police Officer with a weapon
▪ Possession of a firearm in a motor vehicle
▪ Unauthorized Possession of a firearm
▪ Unsafe storage of a firearm
▪ Possession of a prohibited firearm with ammunition ▪ Possession of a firearm contrary to an order
▪ Possession of a firearm when knowing unauthorized ▪ Fail to comply with a release order
▪ Dangerous Operation of a motor vehicle
▪ Resist arrest
▪ Flight from Police
First Nations police say the accused was held in custody and will be appearing in court at a later date.
