News release
Spruce Plains RCMP make arrests in string of mailbox thefts
October 9, 2025
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Neepawa, Manitoba
From: Manitoba RCMP
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In late November of 2024 and into the early months of 2025, Spruce Plains RCMP received numerous reports of thefts from Canada Post mailboxes. These thefts were reported in the communities of Neepawa, Minnedosa, Arden, Kelwood, Macgregor, Carberry, Rapid City, Glenella, Erickson, Onanole, Sandy Lake, and Rivers.
Investigators with the Spruce Plains RCMP conducted an extensive investigation which involved the examination of numerous mailbox sites, conducted numerous interviews and executed multiple search warrants to secure the required evidence needed for prosecution.
On September 29, 2025, RCMP arrested 38-year-old Ryan Eckberg, of Brandon, and charged him with 41 offences including multiple counts of Breaking and entering, Theft from mail over $5000, Possession of property obtained by crime, Fraud under $5000 and Theft of credit card. He was remanded into custody.
On October 8, 2025, RCMP arrested 41-year-old Jennifer MacDonald, of Boissevain, and charged her with 41 offences including multiple counts of Breaking and entering, Theft from mail over $5000, Possession of property obtained by crime, Fraud over $5000 and Theft of credit card. She was remanded into custody.
“The investigators put a tremendous amount of work in their relentless pursuit of leads which led to the arrest of these two individuals responsible for the numerous thefts that affected multiple communities” said S/Sgt. Andrew Cowan, Detachment Commander for the Spruce Plains RCMP. “This outcome underscores our commitment to ensuring the safety and security of our residents and their property. We will continue to work diligently to protect our community from such criminal activities.”
Spruce Plains RCMP continue to investigate.