Arrest made after Manitoba MLA received racist, threatening letters

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The Winnipeg Police Service has made an arrest after a local MLA was the target of threats and harassment.

According to investigators, the incidents spanned from July to September 2025 when the elected official received multiple letters from an unknown person. Police allege the letters contained racist comments and the threat of violence.

Police were notified of the situation and identified a suspect.

On Saturday, officers searched a home in the northwest part of the city and arrested a 72-year-old man. The suspect faces charges of criminal harassment and uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm.

The suspect was released on an undertaking.

Police continue to investigate. Anyone with information can contact police at 204-986-6219.