Teen dies after jumping from speeding vehicle, Manitoba RCMP say
A 15-year-old from Pinaymootang First Nation is dead after he jumped out of a speeding vehicle last month, Manitoba RCMP say.
Officers from the Lundar detachment were called to the scene, at Highway 6 near Road 168 North in the RM of Grahamdale, on June 13. Police say the teen opened the rear passenger door and jumped out, causing severe injuries.
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He was taken to a local hospital, then transferred to a hospital in Winnipeg, where he died of his injuries.
RCMP continue to investigate.
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