A months-long investigation has led to serious allegations against Scott Fielding, a former Manitoba cabinet minister. He faces charges of sexual assault tied to an incident that reportedly occurred in March 2024.
Details of the Allegation Against Scott Fielding
Fielding, who also served as a city councillor in Winnipeg, was arrested by the Winnipeg Police Service. Details of the incident suggest that Fielding was at a social event following a work conference. He is accused of sexually assaulting a 34-year-old co-worker in her hotel room after the event.
Incident Overview
- Date of Incident: March 2024
- Location: Winnipeg, hotel room
- Alleged Victim: 34-year-old co-worker
- Fielding’s Arrest: March 2025
Career Background
From 2006 to 2014, Fielding was a city councillor for the St. James-Brooklands ward in Winnipeg. He later transitioned to provincial politics, representing the Progressive Conservative Party in Kirkfield Park in 2016. During his time in office, he held multiple ministerial roles, including families, finance, and natural resources minister.
Investigation Timeline
- Initial Report: A complaint was first lodged with the RCMP after the incident.
- Investigation Start: In 2025, following a report by the alleged victim, the Winnipeg police initiated an investigation.
- KPMG Inquiry: The consulting firm KPMG conducted an internal investigation and was not under investigation by the police.
Affidavit and Evidence
The allegations include severe claims of Fielding forcing his way into the woman’s hotel room. According to a detective’s affidavit, he ignored her pleas for him to stop, leading to physical injuries such as bite marks and scratches.
Witness Accounts and Documentation
- The woman initially reached out to the RCMP but faced communication issues, causing her case to be closed before being forwarded to Winnipeg police.
- Further witness interviews and documentation from the woman’s psychologist were gathered, which highlighted her statements regarding the alleged assault.
- Fielding resigned from KPMG following the internal investigation’s conclusion.
As of now, Fielding is expected to appear in court at a future date. Both Fielding and KPMG have yet to provide comments on the ongoing situation.
