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Murder suspect arrested for attack at Birdtail Sioux

UPDATE - RCMP Major Crime Services & MFNPS investigation leads to arrest
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Hanska arrested for second degree murder.

On January 24, 2024, Michael Hanska, 29, was charged with Second Degree Murder in relation to the homicide of a man, 40,  that occurred on Jan. 23, in Birdtail Sioux Dakota Nation.

He was remanded into custody.


The attack took place on Jan. 23. It was approximately 8:45 pm, Manitoba First Nations Police Service (MFNPS) responded to a report of an injured male at a residence located in Birdtail Sioux Dakota Nation. Upon arrival, officers discovered the 40-year-old male, from Birdtail Sioux Dakota Nation, who was pronounced deceased on scene. The attack was considered a homicide and investigated as such. RCMP Major Crime Services were called to investigate along with MFNPS.


Police are requesting anyone with information in relation to this homicide to call the MFNPS at 204-568-4539, Manitoba Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477 or submit a secure tip online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com.  

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