News Release - Winnipeg Police Service

Sunday, October 6, 2013         COMMERCIAL ROBBERY   C13-204222 On October 5, 2013 at approximately 6:10 p.m., officers responded to a robbery incident at a gas bar located in the 300 block of Wardlaw Avenue.   A male suspect entered the business while attempting to conceal his identity. He confronted a male employee and demanded cash. An undisclosed amount was obtained and the suspect fled.   No injuries were reported.   The suspect is described as: Male, Caucasian, approximately 5'8" tall, medium build, blonde hair and blue eyes.   Members of the Major Crimes Unit continue to investigate.   Anyone with information regarding this incident or the identity of the suspect is asked to contact investigators at 204-986-6219 or CrimeStoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477).         COMMERCIAL ROBBERY   C13-204342 On October 5, 2013 at approximately 9:50 p.m., officers responded to a robbery incident at a restaurant located in the 1000 block of St. Mary's Road.   An armed male suspect entered the business while attempting to conceal his identity. He confronted a male employee and demanded cash. An undisclosed amount was obtained and the suspect fled.   No injuries were reported.   The suspect is described as: Male, Aboriginal in appearance, heavy build, 220-250 lbs. and 20-26 years of age.   Members of the Major Crimes Unit continue to investigate.   Anyone with information regarding this incident or the identity of the suspect is asked to contact investigators at 204-986-6219 or CrimeStoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477).      FIRES C13-204562 On October 6, 2013 between 4:30 a.m. and 5:00 a.m., emergency personnel responded to several fires in the St. Boniface area of the city.   500 block of Des Meurons Street 400 block of Desautels Street 500 block of De La Morenie Street 300 block of Provencher Boulevard   As a result of these fires, damage was caused to vehicles, garages and garbage bins.   These fires are considered to be suspicious in nature. Members of the Arson Strike Force have been notified.   Limited information is available at this time.   Anyone with information regarding these incidents is asked to contact investigators at 204-986-6813 or CrimeStoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477).    For further information contact either: Constable Jason Michalyshen, Public Information Officer Constable Eric Hofley, Public Information Officer Detective Sergeant Natalie Aitken, Public Information Officer Phone: (204) 986-3061 | Fax: (204) 986-3267 | Email: WPS-PIO@Winnipeg.ca Share this mailing with your social network by clicking on the appropriate link:       Related Winnipeg Police Service Report a Crime Online Crime Stoppers CrimeStat Unsubscribe If you do not want to receive these emails anymore, unsubscribe. Please do not reply to this email. This e-mail was sent from a notification-only address and replies are not monitored. Mailing address: City of Winnipeg, 510 Main Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, R3B 1B9 Privacy Statement The City of Winnipeg values your privacy. We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties. You are receiving this email as a result of your signing up for the Winnipeg Police Service Email News list offered on the City of Winnipeg website. You may unsubscribe or change your subscription options at any time.