RCMP in Pukatawagan have made an arrest but continue to investigate a serious assault on the remote northern reserve.
On Nov. 29, shortly before 4:30 a.m., police responded to a call and discovered a woman lying in the snow outside of a business.
She had been badly beaten and was suffering from severe trauma to her face and head.
The victim is a 59-year-old resident of Pukatawagan who was transported to Winnipeg, where she has been upgraded to stable condition.
A 17-year-old female has been arrested in relation to this matter. Police continue to investigate.
RCMP investigators ask that anyone with information contact the Pukatawagan RCMP at 204-553-2342 or their local police agency.
If you wish to remain anonymous, contact Manitoba Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.manitoba crimestoppers.com, or text “TIPMAN” plus your message to Crimes (274637).
– RCMP “D” Division
