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Tuesday, May 24th, 2011 11:00 a.m. MAILBOX THEFTS- ARREST R11-42180 & C11-77771 As previously released, during the months of March, April and May 2011, members of the Winnipeg Police Service had been notified of over 40 separate incidents involving mailbox thefts throughout the City of Winnipeg. Crime Units from St. James, Downtown, Fort Garry and the East District area had been actively investigating these incidents with the Security and Investigations team at Canada Post . The initial investigation, which had included the review of surveillance footage, had revealed the images of a suspect male believed to be responsible for breaking into mailboxes situated within apartment complexes, where various mail items were stolen. On Tuesday, May 17th, 2011 as a result of the ongoing investigation, by Members of the East District Crime Unit, and with the assistance of the Division 11 Crime Unit, a male suspect was located and arrested in the area of the 200 block of Toronto Street without incident. Search warrants were also obtained with resulted in the recovery of some stolen property and computer equipment. Michael Roy CHIEF, 34 years, of Winnipeg has been charged with the following offences for his alleged involvement into these incidents: - Theft from Mail X 39 - Break, Enter a place- commit indictable offence X 39 - Fail to comply with conditions Recognizance X 5 CHIEF has been detained in custody at the Winnipeg Remand Centre. HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION C11-103363 As previously released, on May 21st, 2011 at approximately 11:35 a.m., emergency personnel were dispatched to a downtown hotel located in the 200 block of Smith Street regarding a sudden death. Members of the Winnipeg Police Service were notified by hotel staff indicating that an adult male with trauma injuries to this upper body, had been located deceased within a suite. The victim has been identified as Leslie Alex OKEMOW, 29 years of Gods Lake Narrow, Manitoba. Members of the Homicide Unit are continuing with this investigation and are still seeking a number of witnesses. Anyone with information regarding the investigation is requested to contact investigators at 986-6508 or CrimeStoppers at 786-TIPS (8477). ROADWATCH PROGRAM STATS Over the May Long Weekend, May 20th to May 23rd, the Winnipeg Police Service operated the "Roadwatch Program". During the evening hours, police set up in the following areas: Arlington Street and Alexander Avenue Main Street and Inkster Boulevard Lagimodiere Boulevard and Regent Avenue Lagimodiere Boulevard and Elizabeth Road Rue Youville and Goulet Street St.Mary's Road and Traverse Avenue Bishop Grandin Boulevard and Pembina Highway Utilizing an Automated Licence Plate Reader, 2723 vehicles had their registration status reviewed and 204 vehicles were stopped. As a result, 16 Alcohol Screening Device tests were performed with 11 registering Pass, 2 registering Warn (received 24 hour driving suspensions). 5 drivers were charged with Drive Impaired/ Drive over .08 and two other drivers were arrested for outstanding warrants. Also, as a result of the stops, a total of 34 Provincial Offence Notices were issued for the following: - 13 unregistered vehicles - 6 unlicensed drivers - 4 drivers with suspended licences - 3 seatbelt offences - 8 speeding offences A total of 8 vehicles were seized and impounded for a minimum of 30 days. The Road Watch Program will operate next weekend during the period of May 27th to May 29th, 2011. CRUISE NIGHT ENFORCEMENT In Winnipeg, cruising on Sunday nights in the summer has become a tradition. The Winnipeg Police Service understands that the vast majority of those cruising are law abiding car enthusiasts who want to simply show off their vehicles and meet with other enthusiasts. This year the Service will again be monitoring and conducting enforcement on Sunday nights. This year's enforcement will be different than last year. Over the winter Members of Winnipeg Police Service met with members of the Manitoba Association of Automobile Clubs to discuss vehicle inspections and Cruise Night enforcement. The Winnipeg Police Service has attended several car shows and will be working with the Manitoba Association of Automobile Clubs to conduct information sessions to allow car enthusiasts to learn what is legal in a non confrontational environment. The dates of these clinics will be announced in the near future. The May long weekend is traditionally the first weekend for cruising and the Winnipeg Police Service Central Traffic Unit deployed dedicated resources to monitor cruise night activities. On May 22nd officers issued 232 Provincial Offence Notices during the intial cruise night enforcement. Highway Traffic Act offences included: 185 Speeding 9 Occupant Restraints 1 Use of Hand held Electronic Devices 3 Drive Suspended 12 Drive without valid licence 4 Disobey the orders of a police officer 3 Faulty Equipment (tinted windows and lighting) 15 Misc. sections- no registration, film covering licence plates etc. It should be noted that only three infractions related to equipment related offences. Although this enforcement will include vehicle inspections, officers will be focusing on Aggressive Driving, Seatbelt, and Cell phones offences involving vehicle and driver licensing. The Winnipeg Police Service is dedicated to working with car clubs in educating the public in hopes to avoid the need for mass inspections. 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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