RCMP service dog Marook helps collar suspect wanted for multiple offences

April 29, 2026 - Ebb and Flow First Nation, Manitoba
From: Manitoba RCMP

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On April 27, at approximately 3:45 p.m., Ste. Rose du Lac RCMP officers on patrol in Ebb and Flow First Nation located a suspect wanted for multiple offences and tried to pull over the truck he was driving.

Instead of stopping, the driver fled. Due to the risk the individual presented to public safety, officers pursued the vehicle and called in Dauphin RCMP and Police Dog Services to assist.

During the pursuit, the driver managed to avoid multiple spike belts that were deployed.

The pursuit continued into Alonsa, with the driver turning onto Church Road North. He then stopped the vehicle and attempted to flee on foot into the bush.

Police service dog Marook was deployed and took down the suspect, who suffered minor injuries as a result of the interaction. At approximately 4:55 p.m., the suspect was formally arrested and treated for his injuries.

Blair James Racette, 23, of Ebb and Flow First Nation, has been charged with 17 offences, including:

• Assaulting a police officer;
• Arson;
• Assault causing bodily harm;
• Assault with a weapon x2;
• Breaking and entering;
• Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle
• Disguise with intent to commit an offence;
• Failure to comply with a release order x2;
• Failure or refusal to comply with demand (alcohol);
• Operation of motor vehicle while impaired;
• Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose x2;
• Flight from peace officer; and
• Resisting a peace officer x2.

Racette remains in custody.

Ste. Rose du Lac RCMP continue to investigate.