Shoplifting suspect suffers punctured lung

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This article was published 23/07/2024 (445 days ago), so information in it may no longer be current.

The Independent Investigation Unit of Manitoba is investigating after a suspected shoplifter suffered a punctured lung in Portage la Prairie.

RCMP spotted a suspect on a bicycle in the area of Fisher Avenue and Third Street Northwest at about 3:12 p.m. Sunday. He fled but was arrested.

The male complained of having difficulty breathing and chest pains while in custody.. He was transported to hospital, diagnosed with a punctured lung and hospitalized.

The IIU is asking witnesses or anyone with video that might help its investigation to call 1-844-667-6060.

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