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Thursday, December 23, 2010 DRUG INVESTIGATION – ARRESTS C10-289576 On December 22, 2010, after an extended investigation, members of the Drug/Vice Unit, with the assistance of Street Crimes Unit and Uniform members executed Controlled Drug and Substance Act search warrants for three residences and two vehicles in the Downtown and North End areas of Winnipeg. As a result, officers located grow operations within residences in the 600 block of Victor Street, 700 block of Selkirk Avenue and 700 block of Flora Avenue. Collectively, officers seized 1032 cannabis marihuana plants in various stages of growth. In addition, officers located ½ lbs. of packaged marihuana. The total value of the seized drugs is estimated at $1,115,000.00. The investigations also led to officers seizing various grow operation equipment valued at $15,000.00. Three individuals were found within the residences and arrested. A 53 year old male, 47 year old male and a 46 year old female are facing several drug related offences including theft of services. They have been released on a Promise to Appear. ASSAULT WITH A WEAPON – ARREST C10-258479 As previously released, on November 10th, 2010 at approximately 7:30 p.m., Winnipeg Police Service members responded to a report of a shooting in the area of Portage Avenue and Langside Street. Attending members located a 34 year old male victim suffering from a gunshot wound to the upper body. The victim was treated and eventually released from hospital. The investigation continued by members of the Major Crimes Unit. It is alleged that the suspect confronted the victim and produced a firearm. The victim, fearing for his safety fled the area on foot. It was at this time the suspect discharged the firearm striking the victim. On December 21, 2010, the suspect was located and arrested in the downtown area. Upon being arrested, the suspect was found to be in possession of a loaded sawed off shotgun. Daniel Jurkuch MAYEN, 22 years has been charged with numerous firearm offences which include: Aggravated Assault and Discharge Firearm with Intent to Wound, Maim Disfigure. He remains in custody. STABBING INCIDENT UPDATE – ARRESTS C10-289619 As previously released, on December 22, 2010, at approximately 8:30 a.m., members of the Winnipeg Police Service responded to a stabbing incident in the area of the 1000 block of Selkirk Avenue. A 19 year old male suffering from stab wounds to the upper and lower body was located and subsequently conveyed to hospital in critical condition. He has since been upgraded to stable condition. The investigation conducted by District 3 Detectives has revealed that the victim, including a 17 and 18 year old female were socializing in a suite. An argument ensued at which time the females came up with a plan to rob and assault the victim. At one point, the 17 year old female stabbed the victim to the lower body. The 18 year old female subsequently took possession of the same knife and proceeded to stab the victim several more times to the upper body. The victim's wallet was stolen at the time of the incident. The victim fled from the suite to a nearby residence at which time emergency services was notified. Both suspects were located and arrested in the area. They have been charged with Robbery with a Weapon and detained. FESTIVE SEASON CHECKSTOP PROGRAM IMPAIRED DRIVER ARREST – C10-289870 On December 22, 2010, shortly after 3:00 p.m., a 49 year old male collided with a parked vehicle and a fence in the area of Sandale Drive. Winnipeg Police Service General Patrol members attended the scene and arrested the male. As a result of this incident, a 49 year old male faces charges of Drive Impaired and Drive Over 80 mg/% and Drive without Licence. The male's name will be released once formal charges are laid. IMPAIRED DRIVER ARREST – C10-290116 On December 22, 2010, shortly after 9:00 p.m., a 40 year old male was observed operating a vehicle in the area of Wardlaw Avenue and Osborne Street. Winnipeg Police Service Festive Season Checkstop members stopped the vehicle and arrested the male. As a result of this incident a 40 year old male faces charges of Drive Impaired and Drive Over 80 mg/% and Drive without Licence, Drive with Open Liquor and warrants for driving infractions. The male's name will be released once formal charges are laid. IMPAIRED DRIVER ARREST – C10-290239 On December 23, 2010, shortly after 12:30 a.m., a 27 year old male was observed operating a vehicle in the area of Pembina Highway and Nesbitt Bay. Winnipeg Police Service Festive Season Checkstop members stopped the vehicle and arrested the male. As a result of this incident, a 27 year old male faces charges of Drive Impaired and Drive Over 80 mg/%. The male's name will be released once formal charges are laid IMPAIRED DRIVER ARREST – C10-290252 On December 23, 2010, shortly after 12:45 a.m., a 21 year old male was observed operating a vehicle in the area of River Avenue and Osborne Street. Winnipeg Police Service Festive Checkstop members stopped the vehicle and arrested the male. As a result of this incident a 21 year old male faces charges of Drive Impaired and Drive Over 80 mg/%. The male's name will be released once formal charges are laid Statistics for Dec 23RD 6 – Alcohol Screen Device Warnings – 24 hour suspensions issued. Winnipeg Police Service Holiday Hours During the Christmas Holiday season, the hours of operation for the Service Centres throughout Winnipeg are as follows: December 24 – Christmas Eve All Service Centres will remain open from 08:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. with the exception of the Public Safety Building which operates 24 hours per day. December 25 – Christmas Day 1400 Henderson Highway and 1086 St. Mary's Road – closed v Division 11 – Public Safety Building – 151 Princess Open 24 hours v Division 12 Police Station – 210 Lyle Street Open 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. v Division 13 Police Station – 260 Hartford Avenue Open 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. v East District Station – 1750 Dugald Road Open 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. v East District Service Centre-1086 St. Mary's Road Closed v East District Service Centre-1400 Henderson Highway Closed v Division 16 Police Station - 1350 Pembina Highway Open 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. The Winnipeg Police Service would like to wish everyone a safe and happy holiday season. Make everyone's holiday safe by choosing not to drive while impaired. December 26 – Boxing Day No changes to regular business hours For further information contact either: Constable Natalie Aitken, Public Information Officer Constable Jason Michalyshen, Public Information Officer Office: (204)986-3061 Fax: (204) 986-3267 Email: WPS-PIO@Winnipeg.ca Web: www.winnipeg.ca/Police |
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