Winnipeg Police Service News Release

Saturday, March 3rd, 2012     COMMERICAL ROBBERY- ARREST              C12-38199 On Friday, March 2nd, 2012 just before 8:00 a.m. Winnipeg Police Service members responded to a gas bar within the 700 block of Watt Street for a report of a robbery that had just occurred by a lone male suspect.    Upon arrival officers learned that a male suspect, while having his identity disguised, approached the clerks and demanded cash and cigarettes. After receiving both cash and cigarettes the suspect fled the business.   Patrolling East District officers, along with a canine unit attended to the area and after a brief foot chase the suspect was taken into custody without incident.   Major Crimes Unit members continued with the investigation which revealed that the same suspect male was alleged to be responsible for a theft of vehicle from a strip mall near the 500 block of London Street. The vehicle, a Mercury Cougar, had been left running when it was stolen. The vehicle was recovered by officers within the 700 block of Watt Street.   Derek Alan KIRKNESS, 27 years of Winnipeg has been charged with the following offences for his alleged involvement in this incident: -       Robbery -       Disguise with intent -       Theft under and -    Breach of probation   KIRKNESS has been detained in custody at the Provincial Remand Centre.      For further information contact either: Constable Natalie Aitken, Public Information Officer Constable Jason Michalyshen, Public Information Officer Office: (204)986-3061 Fax: (204) 986-3267 Email: WPS-PIO@Winnipeg.ca   Web: www.winnipeg.ca/Police

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Friday, March 2, 2012   CHIEF KEITH McCASKILL ANNOUNCES HIS RETIREMENT   Chief Keith McCaskill has decided to retire from the Winnipeg Police Service at the completion of his contract which expires on December 9th, 2012. He will remain in his role until this time to serve the citizens of Winnipeg.   On Monday, December 10th, 2007, Chief Keith McCaskill was sworn in as Winnipeg's 16th Chief of Police.   Prior to being sworn in as Chief, McCaskill served as a WPS member for 29 years. He went on to serve as the Provincial Coordinator of Aboriginal and Municipal Law Enforcement with the Province of Manitoba's Criminal Justice Division.   Having joined the ranks of WPS in 1976, McCaskill held various leadership roles within the Service, including Divisional Commander of the Criminal Investigations Division and Division Commander of District 3 and District 2.   Today's announcement is meant to allow for sufficient time for the selection process of appointing a new Chief of Police.   For further information contact either: Constable Natalie Aitken, Public Information Officer Constable Jason Michalyshen, Public Information Officer Office: (204)986-3061 Fax: (204) 986-3267 Email: WPS-PIO@Winnipeg.ca   Web: www.winnipeg.ca/Police

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Thursday, March, 1, 2012    FIRE INVESTIGATION C12-37452 On March 1, 2012, at approximately 5:00 a.m., emergency personnel responded to a business located in the 800 block of Marion Street regarding a fire incident.   While members of the Winnipeg Fire Department extinguished the fire, officers closed Marion Street for approximately one hour.   The investigation continued by members of the Arson Strike Force. Through the course of their duties, officers located explosive material within the building which resulted in members of the WPS Bomb Unit being deployed.   For the purpose of public safety, area road closures were implemented.   At approximately 12:00 noon, the explosive material located was made safe by members of the Bomb Unit. Roadways have since re-opened.      Members of the Arson Strike Fore continue to investigative the circumstances and damage caused.   No further details are available at this time.     For further information contact either: Constable Natalie Aitken, Public Information Officer Constable Jason Michalyshen, Public Information Officer Office: (204)986-3061 Fax: (204) 986-3267 Email: WPS-PIO@Winnipeg.ca   Web: www.winnipeg.ca/Police

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Thursday, March 1, 2012     MISSING PERSON LOCATED – Toni Rose LINKLATER  C12-33953 On Monday, February 27th, 2012 the Winnipeg Police Service requested the public's assistance in locating a 14 year old female, Toni Rose LINKLATER. LINKLATER has been safely located. The Winnipeg Police Service would like to thank members of the public and media for their assistance in this matter. For further information contact either: Constable Natalie Aitken, Public Information Officer Constable Jason Michalyshen, Public Information Officer Office: (204)986-3061 Fax: (204) 986-3267 Email: WPS-PIO@Winnipeg.ca   Web: www.winnipeg.ca/Police

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Winnipeg Police Service Public Advisory:

Thursday, March 1st, 2012 ROADS RE-OPENED  Further to our previous media advisory, the Marion Street road closures have now been re-opened to vehicular and pedestrian traffic. The Winnipeg Police Service would like to thank motorists for their cooperation in this matter. For further information contact either: Constable Natalie Aitken, Public Information Officer Constable Jason Michalyshen, Public Information Officer Office: (204)986-3061 Fax: (204) 986-3267 Email: WPS-PIO@Winnipeg.ca   Web: www.winnipeg.ca/Police

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Thursday, March 1, 2012     DRUG AND WEAPON ARRESTS C12-36936 Members of the Winnipeg Police Service Street Crimes Unit entered into an investigation where an emerging street level gang had been identified. Information gathered suggests that this group of individuals focused their criminal activity in the south end of the city involving drugs and weapons.   Due to the efforts of involved members, officers attended to a location in the area of Pembina Highway where these individuals were located.   On February 29, 2012, officers conducted three separate traffic stops resulting in the arrest of 7 males.   The investigation continued where a Controlled Drug and Substance Act search warrant was executed with the assistance of the Tactical Support Team. A lone female occupant was located at that time and taken into custody.   Officers seized the following drugs, drug paraphernalia, cash and weapons:   ·        52.8 grams of powder cocaine – estimated street value - $4280.00 ·        42.8 grams of crack cocaine – estimated street value – $3860.00 ·        25 Oxycotin pills – estimated street value $1000.00   ·        $2085.00 – Canadian Currency ·        1 Taser ·        1 knife ·        8 cellular phones ·        Packaging material, scales   The following individuals have been arrested and are facing numerous charges which include: CDSA (Cocaine), Possess Proceeds of Crime, Possess Weapon for Dangerous Purpose, Possess Prohibited Weapon, including numerous breaches.   ·        16 year old female ·        17 year old male ·        18 year old male ·        20 year old male ·        21 year old male ·        21 year old male ·        23 year old male ·        26 year old male   They have been detained at either the Provincial Remand Centre or the Manitoba Youth Centre.     RESIDENTIAL ROBBERY C12-37360 On February 29, 2012, at approximately 11:55 p.m., general patrol members responded to a residence in the area of Manhatten Avenue regarding a residential robbery.   Officers discovered that 3 occupants (18 year old female, 22 year old male, 22 year old female) were confronted after which time 3 or 4 suspects forced entry into the home.   The 22 year old female occupant was forced to the ground and physically assaulted to the upper body. Her injuries were minor in nature.   A small quantity of valuables was taken after which time the suspects fled in a vehicle.   No arrests have been made at this time. The investigation is continuing by members of the Major Crimes Unit. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact investigators at 986-6219 or CrimeStoppers at 786-TIPS (8477).     COMMERCIAL ROBBERY C12-37353 On February 29, 2012, at approximately 11:30 p.m., officers responded to a business located in the 600 block of McPhillips Street regarding a robbery incident.   The investigation has revealed that a lone male suspect entered the store and confronted two employees, an 18 year old male and 36 year old male.   The suspect produced a weapon and threatened to harm the victims while demanding cash. An undisclosed amount of money was obtained by the suspect after which time he fled the area on foot.   No injuries were reported.    The suspect is described as: Male, unknown race, 20-22 years of age, 5'10" tall, thin build and clean shaven.   The investigation is continuing by members of the Major Crimes Unit. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact investigators at 986-6219 or CrimeStoppers at 786-TIPS (8477).           For further information contact either: Constable Natalie Aitken, Public Information Officer Constable Jason Michalyshen, Public Information Officer Office: (204)986-3061 Fax: (204) 986-3267 Email: WPS-PIO@Winnipeg.ca   Web: www.winnipeg.ca/Police

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Winnipeg Police Service Public Advisory:

Thursday, March 1, 2012 ROAD CLOSURE: Due to an ongoing fire investigation, eastbound Marion Street at Archibald Street, as well as westbound Marion Street at Dawson Road are closed to vehicular and pedestrian traffic. The Winnipeg Police Service requests motorists avoid the area until further notice. For further information contact either: Constable Natalie Aitken, Public Information Officer Constable Jason Michalyshen, Public Information Officer Office: (204)986-3061 Fax: (204) 986-3267 Email: WPS-PIO@Winnipeg.ca   Web: www.winnipeg.ca/Police

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