RCMP search for third suspect in Birds Hill Park, two already arrested

Visitors to Birds Hill Park may have noticed an increased police presence Sunday.

Manitoba RCMP were on patrol in Birds Hill Provincial Park beginning late Sunday afternoon as officers were looking for three men they believe abandoned a stolen vehicle in the park, and then left on foot.

Mounties searched throughout the park. Police cars were stationed at park entrances and exits; However, people were able to enter and exit normally.

Two of the suspects were captured just before 6:00 p.m. Officers continued to search for the third.

In an update Monday, RCMP said Selkirk RCMP responded to a report of a stolen vehicle that was driving toward Highway 59 and went into the park and ended up in the field.

Police said a number of resources were called to the area including police dog services and officers to fly a drone.

One of the suspects is still being searched for.

RCMP said there was no safety threat to the public, but warned anyone at the park Sunday evening to lock their car doors and notify police of any suspicious activity.