RCMP Arrest Pair After Thefts From Portage la Prairie Businesses
On the afternoon of April 30, 2026, officers from the Portage la Prairie RCMP responded to reports that merchandise valued at about $1,200 had been stolen from two businesses on Sissons Drive in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba. The items included clothing, footwear, and vehicle-related parts.
Police soon located an adult man and woman matching the descriptions of the suspects a short distance away, walking west toward another store on Saskatchewan Avenue West. The two were arrested inside a business, with several items still in their possession, and officers quickly uncovered evidence connecting them to both the reported thefts and a set of vehicle keys taken from a local auto dealership.
Official Incident Details
According to the RCMP, the initial complaint was received on April 30 at approximately 4:35 p.m. A report indicated that about $1,200 worth of clothing, shoes, and auto parts had been taken from two separate commercial locations on Sissons Drive in Portage la Prairie.
Responding officers found a male and female suspect nearby, walking toward another retail business on Saskatchewan Avenue West. They were arrested after entering the store. Police noted that the male suspect was wearing a sweater that still had security and price tags attached, indicating it had not been purchased.
During a search of the male suspect, officers discovered a set of car keys attached to a keychain bearing the name of a local auto dealership. Subsequent investigation determined that the associated vehicle was registered to that dealership. Police allege that earlier in the day, the couple had visited the dealership, taken a vehicle for a test drive, and after returning with a salesperson, removed the keys from a desk without permission.
The following charges have been laid in connection with this incident:
Accused: Lisa Klassen, 44, of Winnipeg
- Theft under $5,000 (two counts)
- Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000
- Failure to comply with an undertaking
Accused: Nicolas Hudson, 47, of St. Eustache
- Theft under $5,000 (two counts)
- Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000
The two accused were held in custody overnight pending a scheduled court appearance on Friday. Police state that the investigation remains active.
For residents and business owners who want to understand local trends around property crime, you can review the Portage la Prairie Crime Statistics & Safety Report, which provides broader data on offences and community safety indicators in the area.
CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective
From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, this incident highlights how quickly property crime can impact multiple businesses and a vehicle dealership within a single afternoon in communities like Portage la Prairie. Allegations involving theft from retail shops and the surreptitious removal of dealership keys underscore how important it is for staff to remain vigilant about inventory controls, key security, and unusual customer behaviour.
We encourage Manitoba residents, particularly in commercial corridors such as Sissons Drive and Saskatchewan Avenue West, to support one another through timely reporting of suspicious activity, regular security checks, and the use of basic safeguards—such as securing keys in locked locations, promptly removing tags and packaging at point-of-sale, and reviewing surveillance footage when losses are suspected. Data-driven tools like the Portage la Prairie, Manitoba — Crime Statistics & Safety Data can help communities understand patterns in property crime and support preventive measures. Our goal is to provide clear information that empowers residents and businesses across Manitoba to reduce opportunities for theft and strengthen local safety.
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.