Winnipeg Police Service News Release

Friday, August 26th, 2011 11:00 a.m.     FREE VEHICLE SAFETY INSPECTION CLINIC– RESULTS On August 21st 2011, between the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. the Winnipeg police Service Central Traffic Unit, Vehicle Inspection Section along with Manitoba Public Insurance, Vehicle Standards and Inspections conducted an advertized inspection program, inviting anyone to attend with there vehicle for an inspection without concern of any repercussion.  The day started at 10:30 a.m. when vehicles were lined up around the block and continued none stop until shortly after 5:00 p.m.  Due to the clinic's popularity, numerous vehicles had to be turned away.     A total of 77 vehicles were inspected throughout the day.  Of these, 27 passed and one defect was identified on the remaining 50 vehicles, with a number having multiple defects.   Defects we identified were in the following groups:   Component/System                Number of Defects Lamps                                                           29 Windshield                                                    5 Wipers/washers                                           1 Horn                                                               2 Seat Belt                                                       1 Tires                                                              1 Steering                                                        18 Brakes                                                          10 Suspension                                                  3 Exhaust                                                         6 Fuel                                                               1 Frame (primarily rust)                                 16 Other (loose battery, mirror, bumper)       10   The Winnipeg Police Service, including our partners in the transportation industry is committed to promoting safety for all motorists using the streets and highways throughout Winnipeg and Manitoba.     FIRE INVESTIGATION                         C11-179835 On Friday, August 26th, 2011 just before 1:00 a.m. Winnipeg Police Service East District Members responded for a report of a garage fire within the 1st 100 block Cobourg Avenue.   Upon officer's arrival, fire crews were already working to extinguish the fire. Damage is estimated at $15,000.   This investigation is continuing by members of the Arson Strike Force.  Anyone who has any information regarding this incident is asked to contact investigators at 986-6813 or CrimeStoppers at 786-TIPS (8744).        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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