RCMP Warning: Gang‑Linked Wanted Man Sought in Chemawawin Cree Nation

On May 9, 2026, officers from Chemawawin RCMP received information that two men with alleged ties to a known street gang were in the Chemawawin Cree Nation area of Manitoba, reportedly trying to recruit new members. Both individuals were already wanted by police and were believed to be armed at the time.

Following a coordinated operation involving multiple RCMP units, one suspect was successfully taken into custody. The second suspect, identified as Douglas Johnsen from Winnipeg, remains at large. Police are asking residents of Chemawawin Cree Nation and surrounding Manitoba communities to stay alert and report any information that could assist in locating him.

Official RCMP Incident Details

Based on the information received, RCMP officers prepared and obtained several judicial authorizations to enter homes within the community. With support from specialized units, multiple residences were searched.

During these warrant executions:

• One male suspect, Arnold Edward Bourassa, 42, of Chemawawin Cree Nation, was arrested without incident.
• Bourassa was remanded into custody on an outstanding warrant of arrest.
• The second male suspect, Douglas Johnsen, 45, of Winnipeg, was not found and remains wanted by police.
• Both men were initially reported to be associated with a known street gang and believed to be armed while in the community.

RCMP have indicated that full wanted details for Douglas Johnsen are available through the City of Winnipeg at the following link: Winnipeg Police Service wanted information for Douglas Johnsen. Residents who wish to understand broader community risk trends in the area can also review Chemawawin 2 crime statistics and safety data compiled by CrimeCanada.ca.

Community Help Needed to Locate Wanted Suspect

CrimeCanada.ca is joining the RCMP in urgently calling on the public for assistance. If you have any information about the whereabouts of 45-year-old Douglas Johnsen, do not approach him yourself. Instead, contact police or Crime Stoppers immediately using the official lines below.

Contact Information for Tips:

• Chemawawin RCMP Detachment: 204-329-2000
• Crime Stoppers (toll-free, anonymous): 1-800-222-8477
• Online anonymous tip submission: www.manitobacrimestoppers.com

Any detail, no matter how small—such as sightings, vehicles, or possible locations—could be critical in helping investigators safely locate and arrest this wanted individual. The Chemawawin RCMP investigation is ongoing.

CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective

From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, this incident highlights the ongoing risk that organized street gangs pose to communities across Manitoba, including smaller and remote communities such as Chemawawin Cree Nation. Attempts to recruit new members, especially in vulnerable areas, can increase violence, drug trafficking, and long-term community harm. Our monitoring of regional data, including Chemawawin 3 crime trends and safety indicators, shows that early reporting of suspicious activity can make a significant difference in preventing gang entrenchment.

Residents are encouraged to stay vigilant for unfamiliar individuals attempting to recruit youth or promote gang involvement, especially around schools, community centres, or social gatherings. If you see suspected gang activity, weapons, or people clearly breaching court orders or warrants, report it to RCMP or Crime Stoppers promptly. Community cooperation—through anonymous tips, information sharing, and refusal to tolerate gang presence—is a key part of keeping Manitoba neighbourhoods safer.

Official Source & Community Safety

This safety alert is based on an official release from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). CrimeCanada.ca aggregates and analyzes this data to keep the manitoba community informed, aware, and safe. We are an independent safety data aggregator and not the original creators of the underlying incident report.

Read the full official release here: RCMP Official Statement.