News Release - Winnipeg Police Service

Wednesday, June 18, 2014         Indecent Act Investigation – C14-126545 On June 17, 2014 at 11:20 a.m., a 42 year-old female had selected some clothing to try on while at a retail store in the St. Vital area and proceeded to one of the fitting rooms.   Once inside and in a state of undress, the female victim observed what appeared to be a cellular device being held above her and recording. The victim immediately exited the fitting room and began calling out for assistance.   It was at this time an unknown male exited the adjoining fitting room and fled the store.   Officers responded, however no arrest has been made at this time.   The investigation is continuing by members of the East District Crime Unit with the assistance of Store Security and Management.   Anyone with further information regarding this incident is asked to contact investigators at 204-986-2857 or Crime Stoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477).     Weapons Arrest – C14-126960 On June 17, 2014 at approximately 9:45 p.m., members of the Division 11 Community Support Unit were patrolling in the area of Maryland Street and Ellice Avenue when they came into contact with a male riding his bike in an unsafe manner. As a result of the investigation, officers located a loaded sawed-off shotgun contained in a backpack the male was carrying. The gun was seized and the 16 year-old male was arrested. He is facing the following charges: Transport Firearm or Restricted Weapon Possession of a Weapon Possession of a Firearm knowing its Possession is Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm knowing Serial Number has been tampered with Carrying Concealed Weapon Prohibited Device or Ammunition He was released on a Promise to Appear.     Commercial Robbery – C14-127046 On June 17, 2014 at approximately 11:40 p.m., three male suspects, two of which were armed, entered a beer vendor located on Alpine Drive.   The suspects confronted two male employees in their twenties and demanded cash. The business was robbed of an undisclosed amount. All three suspects fled on foot.   No injuries were sustained.   Suspect 1: Aboriginal in appearance, 5'9'' tall, skinny build, 150-160 lbs., wearing a black sweater with the hood up, white camouflage neck warmer covering his face, sunglasses, dark gloves and dark pants Suspect 2: Aboriginal in appearance, 6'0"-6'1'' tall, skinny build, 150 lbs., wearing a white hoody covered in dark patterns with the hood up, white neck warmer covering his face and grey sweat pants Suspect 3:  Aboriginal in appearance, skinny build, wearing a black hoody with the hood up and a white bandana covering his face 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.