Pedestrian, 39, dies after being hit by ATV

A 39-year-old woman was killed and a 34-year-old man was injured when they were hit by an all-terrain vehicle in Wuskwi Sipihk First Nation in western Manitoba.

RCMP said the pedestrians were hit from behind on Porcupine Bay shortly before 10 p.m. Monday.

The woman died at the scene. The man was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

RCMP said the suspected driver, a 21-year-old man, was arrested outside his home nearby while standing next to the four-wheel ATV, which was seized.

The suspect, who faces charges, was released from custody on conditions.