RCMP Alert: Armed Home Invasion in Mathias Colomb Cree Nation

On the night of April 17, 2026, officers from Pukatawagan RCMP responded to a reported armed home invasion at a residence on Ballantyne Drive in Mathias Colomb Cree Nation, Manitoba. Three males allegedly forced their way into the home while armed with a firearm before fleeing the scene.

Two youths from the community were arrested shortly afterward, but a third suspect, 23-year-old Creedan Bighetty of Winnipeg, remains wanted on multiple charges. No physical injuries to the residents were reported, but the incident is being treated as a serious, targeted offence.

Official Incident Details

According to Pukatawagan RCMP, officers were called at approximately 11:00 p.m. on April 17, 2026, to a home on Ballantyne Drive in Mathias Colomb Cree Nation following reports that three armed males had entered the residence by force. All three suspects were reported to be carrying a firearm. The suspects left the home before police arrived, and the individuals inside were not physically harmed.

Police obtained descriptions of the suspects and began patrols in the community. A short time later, two suspects were located and arrested without incident. A third suspect remains at large and is the subject of an active warrant.

Wanted Suspect: Creedan Bighetty

Pukatawagan RCMP are asking for the public’s help to locate Creedan Bighetty, 23, from Winnipeg, Manitoba, who is wanted in connection with this armed home invasion.

Community assistance requested: If you see Bighetty or know where he may be, do not approach him. Instead, contact authorities immediately using the numbers below.

• Pukatawagan RCMP: 204-553-2342
• Crime Stoppers (anonymous): 1-800-222-8477
• Online tip: submit a secure tip at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com

The RCMP indicate that the home invasion is believed to have been targeted and that there is no current, generalized threat to the wider community. The investigation remains ongoing.

Charges for the Arrested Youths

A 16-year-old male from Mathias Colomb Cree Nation is facing the following charges:

• Using a firearm while committing an offence
• Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted weapon
• Possession of a firearm while knowing possession is unauthorized
• Breaking and entering with intent

A 17-year-old male from Mathias Colomb Cree Nation is facing the following charges:

• Using a firearm while committing an offence
• Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted weapon
• Possession of a firearm while knowing possession is unauthorized
• Breaking and entering with intent
• Being disguised with intent to commit an offence
• Failure to comply with a release order (two counts)

While this incident occurred in northern Manitoba, firearm-enabled home invasions are a concern across rural and remote communities in Canada. CrimeCanada.ca tracks similar trends in other regions as well, such as in smaller communities documented in our regional crime and safety statistics, to better understand patterns of violence and community risk.

CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective

From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, an armed home invasion in a community like Mathias Colomb Cree Nation is a serious event that highlights the importance of rapid reporting, neighbor awareness, and safe cooperation with law enforcement. Even when a crime is believed to be targeted, firearms in residential areas pose a broader risk to bystanders and families.

For residents in Manitoba communities, we recommend keeping doors and windows secured, especially overnight, and ensuring exterior lighting is functional. If you observe suspicious people loitering near homes, vehicles slowly circling residential streets, or individuals appearing armed or disguised, contact RCMP immediately rather than investigating on your own. Anonymous reporting through Crime Stoppers (1-800-222-8477) remains a vital tool that allows community members to share critical information without putting themselves at risk.

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.