News release
Leaf Rapids RCMP officer stabbed while dealing with youth at Health Centre
January 29, 2026
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Leaf Rapids, Manitoba
From: Manitoba RCMP
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On January 27, 2026, at 10:15 am, Leaf Rapids RCMP received a request for assistance from staff at the Health Centre within the community.
Information provided to police was that a male youth had entered the building requesting medical assistance but would not comply with requests from staff.
An officer arrived on scene and met with the youth in a room and attempted to speak with him and gather information.
The youth then pulled a knife and attacked the officer who suffered a stab injury to their hand and upper body. The officer then called for backup and requested assistance from staff members to safely take the suspect into custody.
After a lengthy struggle, including the deployment of a conducted energy weapon, and with assistance of staff, the youth was safely taken into custody and removed from the Health Centre.
The officer was treated for their injuries, and no other physical injuries were reported.
The 15-year-old, from Leaf Rapids, has been charged with:
- Assault cause bodily harm,
- Assault with a weapon,
- Posses weapon dangerous to public peace, and
- Carrying a concealed weapon.
He was remanded into custody.
Leaf Rapids RCMP continue to investigate.