News Release - Winnipeg Police Service

Sunday, December 1, 2013       COMMERCIAL ROBBERY   C13-246096 On November 30, 2013 at 4:55 a.m., officers responded to a gas bar located in the 1500 block of Regent Avenue West regarding a robbery incident that just occurred.   A lone male suspect confronted a 21 year-old male employee and removed an undisclosed amount of cash from the till. The suspect indicated that he was in possession of a weapon, however the employee was unharmed.     The suspect is described as: Male, mid to late 30's, average build, fair complexion and dark hair.   The investigation is continuing by members of the Major Crimes Unit. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact investigators at 204-986-6219 or Crime Stoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477).        COMMERCIAL ROBBERY   C13-246494 On November 30, 2013 at 5:25 p.m., members of the Winnipeg Police Service responded to a fast food restaurant located in the 1400 block of Henderson Highway regarding a robbery involving a lone male suspect.   Two female employees were confronted by the suspect and an undisclosed amount of cash was stolen. No injuries were reported.   The suspect is described as: Male, 35-40 years-old, 5'8" tall, average build and brown eyes.   The investigation is continuing by members of the Major Crimes Unit. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact investigators at 204-986-6219 or Crime Stoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477).        ATTEMPTED - COMMERCIAL ROBBERY   C13-246615 On November 30, 2013 at 8:10 p.m., members of the Winnipeg Police Service responded to a business located in the 200 block of Marion Street regarding an attempted robbery incident involving a lone male suspect.   Two employees were confronted by the suspect when cash was demanded. The suspect indicated that he was in possession of a weapon at which time threats were made. No one was injured and the suspect eventually fled empty handed.     The suspect is described as: Male, Aboriginal in appearance 45-50 years-old, 5'5"-5'7" tall, slim build, clean shaven, sunken cheeks and short black hair.   The investigation is continuing by members of the Major Crimes Unit. Anyone with information regarding this incident 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 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.