On March 15, 2023, as part of an ongoing investigation into firearms and drugs, Stonewall RCMP attempted to stop a suspect vehicle on Highway 7 in the RM of Rosser.
The vehicle refused to stop and fled toward Winnipeg. Several other officers were deployed including members of the Emergency Response Team (ERT). A spike belt was deployed which was successful in damaging all four tires. The vehicle continued to drive on the flat tires, and when it attempted to make a sharp turn, the vehicle went off the road and rolled.
Officers arrived at the scene and approached the vehicle. The three occupants initially refused to exit the vehicle, however after a short time they did exit the vehicle and were arrested.
All three adults were taken to hospital with minor injuries.
A search of the vehicle resulted in the seizure of approximately 100 grams of methamphetamine, a loaded firearm with the serial number filed off, brass knuckles, a knife and bear spray.
Two adults were released with no charges.
The driver of the vehicle, Eric Moar, 28, from the RM of Rockwood has been charged with:
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- Flight from Police
- Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle Causing Bodily Harm x2
- Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking
- Weapons Possession Contrary to Order x3
- Possession of a Firearm when knowing Possession is Unauthorized x2
- Possession of Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose
- Unsafe Storage of Firearms
- Carrying a Concealed Weapon
He was remanded into custody.
Stonewall RCMP continue to investigate.