Winnipeg Police Service News Release:

Thursday, August 23, 2012       SHOTS FIRED C12-167963 On August 23, 2012, at approximately 12:50 a.m., patrolling uniform members were flagged down at the rear of the 200 block of Balmoral Street regarding shots fired.   It was at this time multiple calls had been received by the Winnipeg Police Service.   Officers observed damage to the building which contains several suites. It was determined that there were eight individuals inside or near the building at the time of the incident. No injuries have been reported.   No arrest(s) have been made at this time.   The investigation is continuing by members of the Major Crimes Unit with the assistance of the Forensic Identification Section.   Anyone with information regarding this matter is asked to contact investigators at 204 986-6219 or Crime Stoppers at 204 786-TIPS (8477).     RESIDENTIAL ROBBERY UPDATE – ARRESTS C12-160289 As previously released, on August 13, 2012, at approximately 11:00 p.m., officers responded to the 500 block of Herbert Avenue regarding three suspects forcing their way into a home.                     A lone male occupant, 57 years, was confronted and assaulted. Property was removed and the suspects fled the area.   Members of the Major Crimes Unit continued with the investigation.   The following individuals have been arrested, charged and detained as a result of their alleged involvement:   Patrick Shawn DUCK, 42 years Break, Enter Dwelling House – Robbery Assault Jeffery Alan RODGERS, 41 years Break, Enter Dwelling House – Robbery Assault Failure to Comply with Recognizance x 5 2 outstanding warrants 14 year old male Break, Enter Dwelling House – Robbery Assault Failure to Comply with Sentence x 2     PUBLIC ADVISORY - ELECTRONIC CONTROL DEVICE CARTRIDGE LOST R12-84358 Sometime during the evening hours on August 22, 2012, a Taser cartridge in its carrying case became dislodged from the service belt of a uniform patrol member who was on duty in the East District area of Winnipeg.    The electronic control device unit itself was not lost. This cartridge contains probes on wires which extend when the device is discharged. Efforts are on-going to locate the cartridge.   The Winnipeg Police Service warns the public that the cartridge could pose a risk if it was to be picked up by an unsuspecting person and carried in a pocket. A build-up of static energy could activate the cartridge, causing the probes to be propelled.   Members of the public are requested to contact police immediately at 204 986-6222 should the cartridge be located.   For further information contact either: Patrol Sgt. Monica Stothers, 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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