Winnipeg Police Service News Release:

Sunday, June 19th, 2011   PUBLIC ADVISORY - SUMMER PET SAFETY C11-125754 C11-126250 C11-126394 Over the past 24 hours, members of the Winnipeg Police Service have responded to several calls for service regarding pets being left unattended inside vehicles during the daytime heat, for prolonged periods of time.   For the safety of all pets, the Winnipeg Police Service would like to remind members of the public not to leave pets in parked vehicles for any period of time without proper ventilation or access to water. Even on a warm day with a vehicle parked in the shade and windows slightly open, extreme temperatures can be reached which can have a devastating impact on any animal.   If you observe an animal in a parked vehicle this summer, and are concerned for it's well-being, notify management of the business closest to the vehicle in attempt to locate the owner as soon as possible. If required contact police.     ROBBERY INVESTIGATION UPDATE – ARREST C11-119587 C11-120003 C11-126052 As previously released, on Friday June 10th, 2011, just after midnight, a 37 year old male was delivering newspapers in the area of Pritchard Avenue and Battery Street when he was approached by a lone male suspect armed with a gun.    The suspect directed the victim into the victim's car which was parked nearby and demanded that he attend to a nearby business to withdraw money using his bank card.    An undisclosed amount of money was stolen from the victim prior to the suspect fleeing from the vehicle. The victim was not injured.      On the same date at approximately 8:25 p.m., the armed male suspect attended to a food store located in the 1000 block of Aberdeen Avenue where a staff member was confronted. Merchandise was demanded by the suspect, however nothing was obtained and the suspect fled the area on foot.   On June 18th, 2011 at approximately 9:00 a.m., the suspect entered a small business located in the 600 block of McPhillips Street and approached the owner. The suspect produced a gun and demanded money from the register. The suspect subsequently fled with and undisclosed amount of cash.   Uniform members, along with members of the Tactical Support Team attended to the area. After a period of time, the suspect was located at the rear of the 800 block of Selkirk Avenue where he was placed under arrest.   Due to the efforts of the Winnipeg Police Service Cadets, the handgun believed to be used during incidents was located and seized.   A 56 year old male is facing numerous charges, including Robbery with a Firearm x 3.   He has been detained.         SERIOUS ASSAULT C11-126724 On June 19th, 2011 at approximately 12:50 a.m., members of the Winnipeg Police Service observed an injured male on the sidewalk in the area of Salter Street and Stella Avenue.   Members of the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service were notified and transported the male to hospital in critical condition with serious upper body injuries.   The investigation has revealed that the 25 year old male victim was confronted by several suspects and assaulted. The victim remains in hospital in guarded condition.   No arrests have been made at this time. The investigation is continuing by members of the District 3 Crime Unit. Anyone with information regarding the incident is asked to contact investigators at 986-2848 or CrimeStoppers at 786-TIPS (8477).               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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