Special Constable Robert Thomas
Royal Canadian Mounted Police
Federal
End of Watch: Thursday, March 6, 1986

Biographical Info
Age: 21
Tour of Duty: Not available
Badge Number: S2886

Incident Details
Cause of Death: Gunfire
Date of Incident: Thursday, March 6, 1986
Incident Location: Manitoba
Weapon Used: Rifle; .303 caliber
Suspect Info: Not available

Special Constable Robert Thomas was shot dead during a routine car check in Powerview, Manitoba. His partner was wounded. Both officers were shot with a .303 rifle.

The suspect was charged with first degree murder, attempted murder and two counts of forcible confinement stemming from a hostage taking on the nearby Fort Alexander Reserve.