News release
Cross Lake RCMP make arrest after assault
November 2, 2026
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Pimicikamak Cree Nation, Manitoba
From: Manitoba RCMP
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On November 2, 2026, at 2:07 a.m., Cross Lake RCMP received a report of a stabbing at a residence on Saggitawak, in the community of Pimicikamak Cree Nation.
Officers responded immediately and when they arrived a male victim was receiving treatment by EMS for two stab wounds.
The suspect was no longer at the scene, but a description was given to police.
The 25-year-old victim was taken to the nursing station for treatment in stable condition.
Then 4:34 a.m., officers located the suspect outside a residence, and when confronted by police he began to run. A short foot chase ensued, before the suspect was arrested and taken into custody.
An 18-year-old male from Pimicikamak is facing the following charges:
- Assault with weapon;
- Assault causing bodily harm;
- Resist/obstruct peace officer x2; and
- Fail to comply with release order condition x3
The suspect remains remanded into custody.