On November 20, 2025, at 8:00 pm, Thompson RCMP responded to a report of a stabbing outside a business located on Mystery Lake Road.

Officers immediately responded to the scene and located a seriously injured 25-year-old male who was subsequently transported to hospital in critical but stable condition.

The initial investigation on scene led to the identification of a suspect who was then seen fleeing on foot. After a short foot pursuit, the suspect was arrested and taken into custody without further incident.

A search of the area by officers led to the seizure of the knife used in the assault.

On November 21, RCMP charged 19-year-old Mahekan Wood, of Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation, with Aggravated assault. He was remanded into custody for a court appearance scheduled for November 24 in Thompson.

Thompson RCMP continue to investigate.