Leaf Rapids RCMP investigating a series of escalating incidents

June 23, 2026 - Leaf Rapids, Manitoba
From: Manitoba RCMP

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On June 19, the Leaf Rapids RCMP Detachment received an influx of calls with an increasing level of violence:

• at 1:19 am, a report was received of a firearm being discharged in the Wapoos Bay area
• at 1:42 am, a theft of gas was reported involving four suspects on an ATV on Keyask Bay
• at 2:03 am, a report of an abandoned home on fire on Nisku Bay
• at 2:28 am, a second report of a firearm being discharged on Mikanak Bay
• at 2:34 am, a third report of a firearm being discharged and a home being hit

This morning, at 2:46 am, Leaf Rapids RCMP responded to a call of a 17-year-old male who had been shot. The male was transported to hospital in stable condition with a gunshot injury.

The RCMP believes these incidents are all related and tied to ongoing gang activity in the area. 

“The recent series of serious and escalating incidents in Leaf Rapids is deeply concerning. We have deployed additional RCMP resources, including Police Dog Services and the North District Crime Reduction Enforcement Support Team (CREST), into the community to identify and arrest those responsible and to ensure public safety. This violence will not be tolerated.” said Superintendent Chris Massart, North District Commander, Manitoba RCMP. 

The RCMP is asking anyone who may have information to contact the RCMP in Leaf Rapids at 204-427-2469, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477, or secure tip online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com.

The investigations continue.

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