Gypsumville RCMP discharge firearm in stolen vehicle investigation

On October 24, 2024, at approximately 12:00 pm, Gypsumville RCMP were patrolling for a stolen vehicle that was linked to a series of criminal activities that occurred overnight in the city of Thompson.

Officers located the stolen vehicle on Highway 6 south of Pinaymootang First Nation and attempted a traffic stop. The driver refused to pull over.

After a short pursuit, the vehicle came to a stop on Highway 6. The male suspect exited the stolen vehicle with a firearm and attempted to carjack a stopped car. At this time, an officer discharged their firearm, striking the male suspect.

The suspect was then able to get into the stopped car and drive a short distance before coming to a stop in the ditch along Highway 6 where he was taken into custody.

The suspect, a 39-year-old male from Thompson, was provided immediate medical attention by officers and transported by STARS to hospital with serious injuries.

The officers involved did not sustain any physical injuries.

The Independent Investigation Unit of Manitoba has taken carriage of the investigation.