Source: Royal Canadian Mounted Police
On January 24, 2024, Michael Hanska, 29, was charged with Second Degree Murder in relation to the homicide of a 40-year-old male that occurred on January 23, in Birdtail Sioux Dakota Nation.
He was remanded into custody.
On January 23, 2024, at approximately 8:45 pm, Manitoba First Nations Police Service (MFNPS) responded to a report of an injured male at a residence located in Birdtail Sioux First Nation.
Upon arrival, officers discovered the 40-year-old male, from Birdtail Sioux First Nation, who was pronounced deceased on scene.
The matter is being investigated as a homicide.
RCMP Major Crime Services, along with MFNPS, continue to investigate.
Police are requesting anyone with information in relation to this homicide to call the MFNPS at 204-568-4539, Manitoba Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477 or submit a secure tip online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com.