A man has died following an officer-involved shooting early Tuesday morning in Sagkeeng First Nation. Powerview RCMP were called to a residence around 6:38 a.m. after two 911 callers reported a male armed with a knife.
When officers arrived, they encountered a 29-year-old man holding a knife. According to RCMP, an altercation occurred, leading an officer to discharge their firearm. The man suffered a serious injury, and officers immediately began providing medical aid until EMS arrived. He was transported to the hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
RCMP confirmed that the officers on scene were wearing activated body-worn cameras. None of the officers were injured during the incident.
The Independent Investigation Unit (IIU) of Manitoba has taken over the officer-involved shooting investigation. Powerview RCMP and Manitoba RCMP Major Crime Services are assisting in the ongoing case.
This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
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