PIKANGIKUM FIRST NATION – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating the death of an infant from Pikangikum First Nation after a medical emergency last week led to a fatal outcome. The incident has prompted a coordinated investigation involving multiple agencies.
Infant Transported to Winnipeg in Medical Distress
On Wednesday, April 30, officers with the OPP responded to a call involving an infant in medical distress who had been brought to a local clinic in Pikangikum. Due to the severity of the situation, the child was transported to a medical centre in Winnipeg for emergency care.
Death Confirmed Days Later, Post-Mortem Scheduled
Despite life-saving efforts, the infant was pronounced deceased on Sunday, May 4, 2025. Authorities have confirmed that a post-mortem examination will be conducted at the Winnipeg Health Sciences Centre to help determine the cause and circumstances of death.
OPP Criminal Investigation Branch Leading Multi-Agency Probe
The investigation is being led by the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch (CIB), with support from the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Manitoba. Additional assistance is being provided by the OPP Forensic Identification Services, Regional Support Team, Major Case Investigation Team, and the Red Lake Crime Unit.
Public Asked to Come Forward with Any Information
The OPP is urging anyone who may have information about this incident to come forward. Individuals can contact police directly at 1-888-310-1122. Those wishing to remain anonymous can submit tips to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca. Tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.
This investigation remains ongoing, and further updates will be provided as information becomes available.
