Flin Flon RCMP arrest wanted male

November 23, 2021
Flin Flon, Manitoba

News release

On November 21, 2021, at approximately 1:10 am, RCMP received information that a male wanted on numerous outstanding warrants, was seen walking on Third Avenue, in Flin Flon.

Several officers began making patrols and located three people walking along a path near Bracken Street. When an officer approached the group, the wanted male took off on foot. A foot pursuit ensued and the suspect sprayed the officer with bear spray while trying to get away. The suspect was arrested a short time later.

Along with his seven outstanding warrants, Nathaniel Linklater, 19, is facing seven new charges;

  • Assault Police Officer With a Weapon
  • Possess Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
  • Resisting Arrest
  • Fail to Comply x3
  • Administer Noxious Substance

He was remanded into custody.

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Contact information

Cpl. Julie Courchaine, Media Relations Officer
RCMP Media Relations
204-983-8497

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File number: 2021-1741590

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