Thursday, August 25, 2011

Winnipeg Police Service News Release

 

  Thursday, August 25th, 2011

 
 
ASSAULT WITH A WEAPON INVESTIGATION   C11-178995
On Thursday, August 25th, 2011 at approximately 11:15 p.m. Winnipeg Police Service members responded to the 400 block of Dufferin Avenue for a report of a male that had been assaulted. 
 
Upon arrival, officers located a 48 year old male suffering from serious upper body injuries.  Paramedics attended and transported the victim to the hospital in critical condition. 
 
Officers have learned that a group of people were outside of a residence within the 400 block of Dufferin Avenue when two male suspects approached them.  A brief conversation took place which resulted in a confrontation where an 18 year old female was struck in the upper body by one of the suspects, who was armed with a bat.  A 48 year old male attempted to intervene and he was subsequently struck a number of times in the upper body. 
 
The female victim was treated and released while the male victim remains in hospital in critical condition. 
 
A number of individuals were located nearby and have been taken into custody. 
 
This investigation is ongoing by members of the Major Crimes Unit. 
 
 
ARSON INVESTIGATION- ARRESTS    C11-173577
On Wednesday, August 17th, 2011 at approximately 10:15 p.m. Winnipeg Police Service uniform members attended to the 1st 100 block of Nicolas Avenue for a report of utility trailer that had been damaged by fire and a suspect male that was being held for police. 
 
Upon arrival, officers learned that two male youths were observed with a bottle of liquid, which was subsequently ignited and thrown at the utility trailer.  The trailer started on fire, but was quickly extinguished.  Damage is estimated at $100.
 
On August 24th, 2011, as a result of the continued investigation by members of the Arson Strike Force Unit, the second suspect was arrested.
 
Two youths aged, 14 and 15 years old are facing one count of arson- damage to property.  The 15 year old male youth will also be facing a charge of possession incendiary material
 
Both youths have been released to appear in court at a later date.
 
 
MISSING PERSON- Chelsey OSBORNE  R11-80511
The Winnipeg Police Service is requesting the public's assistance in locating a missing 13 year old female, Chelsey OSBORNE.  OSBORNE was last seen during the late evening hours of Friday, August 19th 2011 in the West Kildonan area of the city.  
 
The Winnipeg Police Service considers OSBORNE to be a child in need of protection as she is at high risk of being exploited or victimized and investigators are very concerned for her well-being. 
 
OSBORNE frequents the Downtown and West End areas of the city and she usually travels on foot or via transit.
 
 
 
OSBORNE is described as Aboriginal, approximately 5'04" tall and 145 pounds with a medium build.  She has medium length brown hair that and brown eyes.
 
Anyone with information regarding OSBORNE'S whereabouts is asked to contact the Winnipeg Police Service Missing Persons Unit at 986-6250. 
 
 

For further information contact either:
Constable Natalie Aitken, Public Information Officer
Constable Jason Michalyshen, Public Information Officer


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