The fatality inquest into the 2020 death of Eishia Hudson enters a critical phase today, February 10, 2026. The court is set to hear firsthand accounts from the young passengers who were inside the stolen vehicle when the 16-year-old was fatally shot by a Winnipeg police officer.
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- The Police Account: Last week, Const. Kyle Pradinuk testified that he fired his weapon because he feared for his partner’s life, claiming the vehicle was moving toward officers as a “weapon.”
- The Video Evidence: Spectator footage previously shown in court appears to contradict the officer, suggesting the Jeep was actually moving in reverse—away from the police—when the shots were fired.
Why This Testimony Matters
The individuals testifying today were inside the car during the chaos. Their testimony is expected to shed light on:
- The Final Moments: What occurred inside the cabin during the pursuit and the exact moment of the shooting.
- Police Conduct: How the officers interacted with the surviving teens during and after the arrest.
- Systemic Factors: Whether the teens felt their race (Indigenous) influenced the intensity of the police response.
The Path Forward
Presiding Judge Margaret Wiebe’s ultimate goal is not to convict, but to understand. The inquest aims to determine if the use of lethal force was justified and to offer policy recommendations to prevent similar tragedies.
