News Release - Winnipeg Police Service

Monday, December 2, 2013 2013 FESTIVE SEASON CHECKSTOP PROGRAM Today, in partnership with Manitoba Liquor and Lotteries, the Winnipeg Police Service will begin its 2013 Festive Season CheckStop program.  This campaign is dedicated to reducing the number of impaired driving offences that occur within the City of Winnipeg. Impaired driving is the number one criminal cause of death in Canada, yet it is 100% preventable. Through the month of December, including New Year's Eve, motorists can expect to see an increased presence of police officers on our roadways.  Involved officers will be enforcing Impaired Driving legislation, focusing on areas where alcohol is being consumed such as: bars, restaurants, Christmas parties and socials. As an added deterrence, the names of drivers charged with impaired driving related offences will once again be made public. The Winnipeg Police Service encourages all motorists to have a plan in place before you go out this holiday season. Taking a cab or a bus, contacting Operation Red Nose or simply identifying a designated driver, are some options to consider. The message is simple, if you choose to drink, DON'T DRIVE. If a member of the public observes a suspected impaired driver, they are encouraged to contact 911 immediately. The Winnipeg Police Service would like everyone to have a safe and enjoyable Festive Season.   MALE SHOT UPDATE – ARREST - C13-224615 As previously released, on November 1, 2013 at approximately 4:05 a.m., officers responded to the 400 block of Aberdeen Avenue regarding the report of an individual shot.   A 23 year old male was located with an injury consistent with being shot. He was last listed in stable condition.   Members of the Major Crimes Unit continued with the investigation.  It was learned that the incident was a result of an on-going rivalry between street gangs. On December 1, 2013 Tyler Joseph STEVENSON 20 years of Winnipeg was arrested for his alleged involvement and charged with: Attempted Murder while Using Firearm Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose Point Firearm Use of a Firearm During Commission of an Indictable Offence Fail to Comply with Recognizance by Judge/Justice – Recognizance x 2 Fail to Comply with Probation Order  He was detained at the Provincial Remand Centre.     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.