New court date set for man charged after alleged hostage situation at a hospital in The Pas

A man facing numerous charges after a hostage situation at St. Anthony’s Hospital in The Pas late last year, has a new court date.

On November 26th, Mounties were called to the hospital following a report of an agitated man with a weapon holding a hospital employee against their will.

When officers arrived, the man fled on foot, and was quickly arrested.

21-year-old Keewatin Lachose, of The Pas faces several charges including Assault with a Weapon and Armed Robbery, and he remains in custody, with his next appearance set for February 22nd.

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