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Taser used on suspect who stabbed car and threatened driver

Winnipeg Police have a 35-year-old male in custody after he stabbed a vehicle then threatened the driver in the intersection at McGillivary Boulevard and Pembina Highway.

According to officers, the man was seen swinging a knife in the middle of the intersection around 9:00 pm on Wednesday, December 11, 2019.

When tactical officers along with general patrol members arrived on scene the man confronted police by getting into a fighting stance.

he male then dropped the knife according to police and approached officers. When he failed to listen to their commands a taser was used to subdue him so that he could be safely arrested.

Jeremy Brad Barker is facing charges for his alleged involvement of:

  • Uttering Threats – Cause Death or Bodily Harm
  • Possession of a Weapon
  • Mischief Under $5,000/Obstruct in Enjoyment
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order

He was detained in custody.

© News4.ca 2020

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