News Release - Winnipeg Police Service

Saturday, January 4, 2014       VEHICLE ROBBERY – ARREST   C14-0001401 On January 2, 2014 at approximately 6:45 p.m., Uniform Patrol and members of the Canine Unit responded to the report of a couple in their 60's having been assaulted and robbed of their vehicle by a male suspect.   The investigation has revealed that the couple had just exited a restaurant in the area of the 1100 block of Portage Avenue and began walking toward their parked vehicle. While doing so, the couple was confronted by an intoxicated male who proceeded to demand the keys to their car. The suspect then physically assaulted the couple at which time witnesses attempted to assist.   The suspect then threatened to harm several people involved and eventually obtained the keys to the vehicle. The suspect drove away when he was observed by members of the Winnipeg Police Service.   Officers followed the suspect and attempted to safely stop the vehicle. Having no regarding for public safety, the suspect rammed a police cruiser including a civilian vehicle causing a variety of damage.   The suspect was safely taken into custody after which time an electronic control device was utilized.   Cody BUSHIE, 20 years-old was arrested and taken into custody. He was turned over to Division 11 Detectives for further processing.   BUSHIE has been charged with the following offences due to his alleged involvement:   Robbery Assault Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm x 4 Driving while ability impaired Driving with more than 80 mgs of alcohol in blood Flight while pursued by peace officer Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle HTA – Drive without a licence Fail to comply with probation order Breach of Recognizance   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.