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Community Alert: Bear Spray Assault Arrest in Dauphin, Manitoba
Overview of the Incident
On the morning of June 27, 2026, officers from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) in Dauphin, Manitoba responded to a report that a man had been sprayed with bear spray while walking on 8th Avenue Northeast. The incident occurred at approximately 6:10 a.m. outside a residence in the area.
According to RCMP, a 36-year-old man reported that someone he knew rode past him on a bicycle and discharged bear spray in his direction. The victim sought medical attention in hospital following the assault. The investigation led officers to a suspect the following day, resulting in an arrest and multiple weapons-related charges.
Official RCMP Details
On June 27, 2026, at about 6:10 a.m., Dauphin RCMP received a complaint that an individual had been hit with bear spray outside a home on 8th Avenue Northeast in Dauphin. Responding officers spoke with a 36-year-old male victim, who stated he was walking home when a person known to him rode by on a bicycle and sprayed him with bear spray. The victim was later treated at hospital for the effects of the spray.
On June 28, 2026, at approximately 6:15 p.m., RCMP members located the suspect on 1st Street Southeast in Dauphin. The man was taken into custody without incident. During a search of the suspect’s bag, officers found a canister of bear spray.
RCMP have charged:
- Name: Jarreth Chartrand
- Age: 28
- Residence: Dauphin, Manitoba
Charges laid include:
- Assault with a weapon
- Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
- Carrying a concealed weapon
RCMP report that Chartrand was remanded into custody following his arrest.
CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective
From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, this case highlights how easily everyday tools such as bear spray—intended for animal protection—can be misused as weapons against people. Similar patterns of weapons-related incidents appear in many communities across Canada, as reflected in our regional crime data profiles (for example, areas like Little Black Bear 84 crime and safety statistics). While each community is unique, the message is consistent: misuse of defensive sprays and other weapons can quickly escalate routine street encounters into medical emergencies and criminal investigations.
Residents in Manitoba are encouraged to be aware of their surroundings, especially when walking early in the morning or late at night. If you carry bear spray for legitimate outdoor safety purposes, ensure it is stored and transported responsibly and never used in disputes with other people. Report any suspicious behaviour, weapon possession in public spaces, or assaults involving sprays or other weapons to local RCMP as soon as it is safe to do so. Community reporting and cooperation help law enforcement respond quickly and support our shared goal of safer streets and neighbourhoods.
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.
