Standing hearing called for inquest into death of Manitoba man shot by police

A hearing is to be held to determine who can participate in an inquest into the death of a man from the Long Plain First Nation in Manitoba.

Manitoba First Nations Police responded to a call in April 2019 about a man discharging a firearm in his home.

Police say he fired at the officers, who returned fire.

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Benjiman Richard, 23, was pronounced dead at the scene.

The standing hearing will be held May 28 at the Portage la Prairie Court Office.

Those interested in applying for standing can call 204-918-0925 or email melissa.carson@gov.mb.ca.