On July 5, 2026, at approximately 3:35 pm, Norway House RCMP responded to a disturbance at a residence in the community.

Information provided to police was that a 63-year-old male had made threats to harm an individual within the home with the use of a firearm. Officers were then advised that the suspect was currently outside and had access to firearms in the shed.

Officers attended to the residence and immediately contained the area as it was determined that the suspect had barricaded himself in the shed with a firearm.

With the assistance of crisis negotiations, officers were able to communicate with the suspect and attempted to de-escalate the situation.

Shortly before 7:30 pm, a confrontation occurred with the suspect which led to the 63-year-old male being shot by police. No other injuries were reported.

Officers, along with local EMS, provided immediate first aid to the victim however he succumbed to his injuries.

The Manitoba Independent Investigation Unit (IIU) has been notified and is taking carriage of the use of force investigation.

No further information will be provided.