Winnipeg Police Service News Release:

Monday, February 11, 2013       SERIOUS SEXUAL ASSAULT – ARREST C13-27244 On Saturday, February 9, 2013 at approximately 6:30 p.m., Uniform Patrol members were dispatched to a residence located in the Elmwood area of the city regarding the report of a break and enter in progress.   Upon attending, officers located a male suspect still in the residence committing a serious sexual assault involving a female youth victim. The suspect fled, however he was taken into custody without incident after a short foot pursuit.   The investigation has revealed that the suspect forced entry into the home at which time he confronted the lone female victim.   The suspect was turned over to members of the Sex Crimes Unit who continued with the investigation.   The 14 year old male has been detained at the Manitoba Youth Centre and charged with the following offences:   Break, Enter a dwelling house  Sexual Assault with a Weapon x 2 Forcible Confinement Robbery with Theft Utter Threat to cause Death or Bodily Harm Fail to Comply Conditions Undertaking   COMMERCIAL ROBBERY C13-27958 On February 10, 2013 at approximately 8:00 p.m., Winnipeg Police Service members responded to a restaurant located in the 2100 block of McPhillips Street regarding a robbery incident.   The investigation has revealed that an armed male suspect entered the business and confronted a 41 year old male clerk. The suspect demanded cash and fled with an undisclosed amount.    No injuries were reported.   The suspect is described as: Male, Caucasian, 5'10 tall, 35-40 years of age, thin build and short greying/white hair.   The investigation is continuing by members of the Major Crimes Unit. Anyone with information regarding this matter is asked to contact investigators at 204 986-6219 or Crime Stoppers at 204 786-TIPS (8477).     COMMERCIAL ROBBERY C13-27960 On February 10, 2013 at approximately 8:10 p.m., Winnipeg Police Service members responded to a convenience store located in the 600 block of Ellice Avenue regarding a robbery incident.   The investigation has revealed that an armed male suspect entered the business and confronted two male employees, 21 and 24 years of age. The suspect demanded merchandise and threatened to harm the employees. No one was injured and the suspect fled with an undisclosed amount of cigarettes and lottery.   The suspect is described as: Male, Aboriginal in appearance, 35-40 years of age, stocky build and moustache.   The investigation is continuing by members of the Major Crimes Unit. Anyone with information regarding this matter is asked to contact investigators at 204 986-6219 or Crime Stoppers at 204 786-TIPS (8477).    For further information contact either: Constable Jason Michalyshen, Public Information Officer Constable Eric Hofley, 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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