News Release - Winnipeg Police Service

Sunday, July 6, 2014       Update - Homicide Investigation Arrest – C14-137641 As previously released -On July 1, 2014 at approximately 3:00 a.m., emergency personnel were dispatched to the 1st 100 block of Donald Street for the report a female having been shot.   Upon arrival an adult female was found deceased, suffering from an apparent gunshot wound to the upper body.  The male caller, who had remained at the scene, was taken into custody without incident.   The victim has been identified as Michelle STOBBE, 28 years of Winnipeg.   Members of the Homicide Unit continued to investigate.   The initial investigation revealed that the male had been handling a 9mm handgun, legally registered to him, when the victim grabbed at his arm and the gun discharged. Since then, further evidence gathered indicates that the deceased took no part in the discharge of the firearm.   After further investigation and consultation, John Elwood CAMERON, 35 years of Winnipeg has been charged with 2nd Degree Murder due to his alleged involvement.   He remains at the Provincial Remand Centre.     Grow Operation Arrest – R14-49145 On July 4, 2014 members of the Winnipeg Police Service Marihuana Grow Operation Unit, with the assistance of the Tactical Support Team and District 3 Patrol members executed a Controlled Drug and Substance Act search warrant at a residence located in the 500 block of Magnus Avenue.   The residence was searched and the following was located and seized by officers:   112 marihuana plants – estimated street value over $125,000.00 258 grams of dry marihuana – estimated street value over $2500.00 70 grams cannabis resin – estimated value over $1700.00 Grow operation equipment valued at $4000.00 Loaded rifle and clip Over 100 rounds of ammunition   A 44 year-old male was arrested and is facing numerous drug and weapon related offences.   He was released on a Promise to Appear.     Indecent Act Investigation – C14-140505 On July 4, 2014 at approximately 8:00 p.m., officers responded to a clothing store located in the 1500 block of Regent Avenue West regarding the report of an indecent incident.   Officers met with a 23 year-old female victim who reported that an unknown male approached her from behind while she was shopping and possibly photographed or video recorded her from underneath her dress.   The investigation has revealed that the suspect initially looked up the victim's dress and then proceeded to use a cellular device to record. The victim confronted the suspect at which time he fled the store.   The suspect is described as:   Male, Caucasian, mid to late twenties, medium/chubby build, 5'8"-5'9" tall, blue/green eyes, dark hair, clean shaven, wearing prescription glasses and dark clothing.   The investigation is continuing by members of the East District Crime Unit. Anyone with further information regarding the incident or suspect is asked to contact investigators at 204-986-2857 or Crime Stoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477).         Public Advisory – Summer Pet Safety In recent days, members of the Winnipeg Police Service have responded to reports of pets being left unattended inside vehicles during the daytime heat.   Once again, a friendly reminder for the safety of all pets, the Winnipeg Police Service would like to advise members of the public not to leave pets in parked vehicles for any period of time without proper ventilation or access to water. Even on a warm day with a vehicle parked in the shade and windows slightly open, extreme temperatures can be reached which can have a devastating impact on any animal.   If you observe an animal in a parked vehicle this summer, and are concerned for its well-being, notify management of the business closest to the vehicle in attempt to locate the owner as soon as possible. If required contact police.   Let's keep our pets safe.     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.