Homeowner Shoots Suspects in Gas Theft | Winnipeg News

Winnipieg News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 18, 2026 · 1m

A 66-year-old homeowner in the Pembina Valley drew his gun after spotting four suspects siphoning gas from his property — two of their vehicles turned out to be stolen. When police arrived, three suspects were still on scene with stolen goods; the fourth fled but was later found in a field. All three are facing theft, mischief, and one also weapon possession charges. The homeowner, meanwhile, got arrested for reckless firearm use — a wild twist where both sides ended up in cuffs. Two male suspects remain in custody, the woman was released, and the homeowner is under conditions while legal…