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Saturday, March 4, 2017   Weapons – Arrest: C17-44977 On March 3, 2017, at approximately 9:30 p.m., Winnipeg Police responded to a report of a male with a weapon on a City of Winnipeg transit bus.     General Patrol officers were dispatched to the intersection of Watt Street and Narin Avenue where they arrested a 22-year-old male.     The accused male had apparently boarded the bus near Regent Avenue and Bond Street shortly after 9:00 p.m. While seated on the bus the accused was observed by two male passengers to be in possession of an axe, and brass knuckles. These passengers were able to disarm the accused without incident.     The accused male had been escorted off the bus by the driver and passengers without incident when the bus stopped at Watt Street and Narin Avenue. Officers arrested the male who was then standing on the sidewalk. There were no injuries reported.     The accused was detained in custody. He was charged with:  - Possession of a Weapon x 2  - Fail to Comply with Conditions of a Recognizance x 2.           For further information contact either:  Constable Jason Michalyshen, Public Information Officer  Constable Rob Carver, Public Information Officer  Kelly Dehn, Manager of Public Affairs    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.

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Thursday, March 2, 2017       UPDATE: MISSING PERSON – NATASHA SHORTING - C17- 41071 The Winnipeg Police Service had previously requested the public's assistance in locating 11-year-old Natasha SHORTING who was last seen on February 26th, 2017, in the Downtown area. SHORTING has since been safely located. We thank the public for their assistance. As previously released: The Winnipeg Police Service is requesting the public's assistance in locating a missing 11 year old female, Natasha SHORTING.  SHORTING was last seen on Sunday evening, February 26, 2017, in the Downtown area of Winnipeg. SHORTING is described as Aboriginal, 5'2", 120lbs, thin build, with dirty blonde hair and brown eyes.  She may be wearing a black and white striped Adidas Jacket, Multi-colored leggings and white Nike runners.  The Winnipeg Police Service is concerned for SHORTING's well-being and is asking anyone with information regarding her whereabouts to contact the Winnipeg Police Service Missing Persons Unit at 986-6250. For further information contact either: Constable Jason Michalyshen, Public Information Officer Constable Rob Carver, Public Information Officer Kelly Dehn, Manager of Public Affairs 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.

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Thursday, March 2, 2017     Found Property – Large Sum of Money C17-004100     Public Advisory:     A large sum of money was recently located in correlation with a business in the north end of Winnipeg. The Winnipeg Police Service is attempting to locate the rightful owner. If you are the rightful owner, or have information regarding these monies, please contact the Winnipeg Police Service at 204-986-6048.     If you are claiming this money, you will be required to provide verification of ownership as determined by the Winnipeg Police Service. Any advertising costs incurred by the Winnipeg Police Service in attempting to locate any owner/information of the money will be recouped from the located money.     If the rightful owner is not determined by April 11, 2017, the money will be disposed of appropriately by the Service. For further information contact either:  Constable Jason Michalyshen, Public Information Officer  Constable Rob Carver, Public Information Officer  Kelly Dehn, Manager of Public Affairs    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.

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Thursday, March 2, 2017     Commercial Break & Enter Investigation: C17-36428 - Update     Public Assistance Requested – Male Wanted     Winnipeg Police are requesting the public's assistance in locating the following individual in relation to a previously released commercial break and enter:     Grant Alex Morrisseau,thirty-one years of age, is currently wanted for charges of Break, Enter and Theft, Theft Under $5,000, and various court breaches.    _______________________________________________________________     As previously released- During the afternoon of February 20, 2017, a male suspect broke into a vehicle in the 300 block of Hargrave Street and stole personal property.  At approximately 2:30 p.m., the same suspect broke into commercial offices located in the 300 block of Graham Avenue.     The suspect was able to move through a number of office areas where various items were stolen including a laptop computer, a tablet computer and a number of un-activated iPhones.     In addition to these items, the suspect stole various clothing items including:      - A one of a kind Jets Heritage Classic jacket, signed by Dale Hawerchuk (on the right sleeve).       - A signed Dustin Byfuglien Heritage Classic game jersey (#33).     The Winnipeg Police downtown safety strategy – Centreline, was at the forefront of this investigation. Central District Foot Patrol Unit, along with detectives, were instrumental in identifying and locating suspects in relation to this incident and as a result, two female suspects were arrested. Some of the stolen property has been recovered, however, the investigation is still ongoing.     Grant Morrisseau, depicted below, is wanted in relation to this event.         Grant Morrisseau    1985-07-02    Morrisseau is not to be approached. Anyone with information that may assist investigators in locating Morrisseau is asked to call 204-986-6668 or Crime Stoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477). For further information contact either:  Constable Jason Michalyshen, Public Information Officer  Constable Rob Carver, Public Information Officer  Kelly Dehn, Manager of Public Affairs    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.

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Wednesday, March 1, 2017     MISSING PERSON – Sherrie GARSON  C17-37956 The Winnipeg Police Service is requesting the public's assistance in locating a missing 16 year old female, Sherrie GARSON. GARSON was last seen on Wednesday afternoon, February 22, 2017 in the Garden City area of Winnipeg. GARSON is described as Aboriginal, 5'7", medium build with shoulder length straight dark hair. GARSON was last seen wearing a green khaki army style jacket, blue sweatpants and black/blue Nike runners.         Police are concerned for GARSON's well-being and are asking anyone with information regarding her whereabouts to contact the Winnipeg Police Service Missing Persons Unit at 986-6250. For further information contact either: Constable Jason Michalyshen, Public Information Officer Constable Rob Carver, Public Information Officer Kelly Dehn, Manager of Public Affairs 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.

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Wednesday, March 1, 2017     Fire Incident - C17-0039861 Officers Assist Several Occupants to Safety: As previously released -On February 25, 2017 at approximately 2:30 a.m., Division 11 officers were patrolling in the area of the 500 block of Spence Street when they observed the porch of a residence engulfed in flames. It was determined that two residents were able to exit safely, however additional occupants remained inside and were believed to be trapped. Officers entered the smoke filled, multi-level home and assisted several trapped individuals who were having difficulty breathing. Members of the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service attended and treated the occupants, including the officers involved for smoke inhalation. Damage is estimated at $80,000.00 and the cause of the fire remains under investigation. Anyone with further information regarding the fire is asked to contact members of the Arson Unit at 204-986-6813. For further information contact either: Constable Jason Michalyshen, Public Information Officer Constable Rob Carver, Public Information Officer Kelly Dehn, Manager of Public Affairs 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.

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Wednesday, March 1, 2017 Be Aware & Avoid Being Victimized - March Is Fraud Prevention Month March is Fraud Prevention Month, and in conjunction with other agencies from the community, the Winnipeg Police Service will be participating in events to help educate citizens on how they can protect themselves from fraud. These events include: National Twitter event – March 9th, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., 2 Good 2 B True Day  at #2G2BT hosted by the Competition Bureau at @CompBureau Twitter conversation - March 23rd, 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., #WPSFraudSquad, you can even submit your questions in advance this year via twitter @wpgpolice Fourth annual "Shred It" Event - Friday, March 31st, 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at St. Vital Centre parking lot outside Silver City.  A maximum of two bags or boxes per person to this FREE event please. This year, the Winnipeg Police Service has created a video to raise awareness about a common fraud that affects hundreds of Canadians each year – the so-called Romance scam. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0uoJWviywG4 Romance scams are one of the most devastating frauds because not only is there a potential for a large loss of money, but an emotional loss as well. The scammer will imbed herself/himself into the victim's life and develop a relationship over a period of time.  Eventually the scammer will begin to manipulate the victim to provide money for travel expenses, payments to foreign governments, or medical expenses. Preventing fraud takes an awareness to recognize when an offering is false, in knowing how to protect your personal information, and in how to prevent yourself from falling to pressure tactics from con artists. These events are designed to provide education and reduce losses to involving fraud. The Winnipeg Police Service would like to remind citizens of the following:    - Never send money to anyone you only know from an unsolicited phone call or email - Avoid providing sensitive personal information online or over the phone in situations you did not initiate - Research any request for money before making a commitment - Find a "Fraud Buddy" – someone whose advice you respect – and run any request for money by them before you commit to it. - Never feel pressured to make a quick decision, and - If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.   Most victims of the Romance Scam that Winnipeg Police Service Financial Crime Unit has spoken with do not realize how much they have given the scammer, yet in 2016 the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre found that the average loss was $25,000.00 per victim.  There were 831 people across Canada who lost $20,994,468. If you, or someone you know, is involved in a potential romance scam, contact the Winnipeg Police Service to make a report. The public can also call the Financial Crime Unit at 204-986-6231 for assistance and advice, or go to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre website at http://www.antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/fraud-escroquerie/types/romance-rencontre/index-eng.htm   For further information contact either: Constable Jason Michalyshen, Public Information Officer Constable Rob Carver, Public Information Officer Kelly Dehn, Manager of Public Affairs 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.