Police Reports

Thursday, August 2, 2012

Winnipeg Police Service News Release:

August 2, 2012

COMMERCIAL ROBBERY ARRESTS – C12-151673

At approximately 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 1, 2012, a member of the public flagged down a passing General Patrol Unit in the 400 block of Mountain Avenue. He advised them about suspicious activity near a convenience store at that location. Officers attended and encountered 3 male youths, one who was in possession of a firearm, who were in the process of attempting to rob the store.

The three youths were arrested and charged with the following offences:

15 year old male:

Conspiracy to Commit an Indictable Offence - (Robbery)
Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm x 2
Failing to comply with Conditions of an Undertaking
Failing to comply with a Sentence x 2

14 year old male:

Conspiracy to Commit an Indictable Offence – (Robbery)
Careless Use of a Firearm, Weapon or Ammunition
Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose
Carrying a Concealed Weapon
Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm x 2
Possession of a Prohibited Weapon
Fail to Comply with Conditions of an Undertaking.

13 year old male:

Conspiracy to Commit an Indictable Offence – (Robbery)
Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm x 2

All three youths were detained in custody.

ARSON ARREST – C12-151511

At approximately 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 1, 2012, Winnipeg Police Service General Patrol Units were dispatched to a suspicious incident in the 500 block of Redwood Avenue.

An area resident reported a suspicious male had entered a garage in the area and removed property. Police apprehended a male youth nearby and while taking him into custody observed the garage he allegedly broke into was on fire. The Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service was contacted and the fire was quickly extinguished.

A 16 year old male youth has been charged with the following offences:

Break and Enter
Arson Damage to Property
Failure to comply with a Sentence

The youth was detained in custody.

FINANCIAL INSTITUTION ROBBERY – C12-150037

Shortly after 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August, 1, 2012, General Patrol Units were dispatched for the report of a robbery at a financial institution located in the 300 block of Provencher Boulevard.

A lone male entered the building, confronted a teller with a firearm and demanded cash. He left without incident after obtaining undisclosed amount of money.

The suspect was described as: male, 6' tall, stocky build.

The Major Crimes Unit is investigating.

For further information contact either:
Patrol Sgt. Monica Stothers, 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 News Release:

Thurday, August 2, 2012

MISSING PERSON LOCATED– BRAEDON LEE GORDON

C12-124633

On Friday, July 27th, 2012 the Winnipeg Police Service requested the public's assistance in locating missing 11 year old, Braedon Lee GORDON.

Braedon has been safely located.

The Winnipeg Police Service would like to thank the public and media for their assistance in this matter.

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Wednesday, August 1, 2012

Winnipeg Police Service News Release:

Wednesday, August 1, 2012

COMMERCIAL ROBBERY ARREST - C12-150477

On Tuesday, July 31, 2012 at approximately 9:55 a.m. Winnipeg Police Service General Patrol and Plain Clothes Officers were dispatched to the report of a commercial robbery in the 200 block of Talbot Avenue.

A 24 year old adult male attended to a convenience store at that location, placed several items on the counter and briefly left the store. He returned moments later with a knife and told the clerk it was a Robbery.

The owner of the store observed this transpire. The suspect took the items from the counter and ran from the store being followed by the owner. An off duty Winnipeg Police Service Cadet was in the area and observed the chase. He assisted the owner by accompanying him in the pursuit and notifying police.

The suspect was located a short time later by General Patrol members.

Roman Tyson SINCLAIR, 24 years of Winnipeg was charged with the following offences:

Robbery with a Weapon
Fail to Comply with Conditions of a Recognizance x 2
Warrant for Arrest Fail to Comply with Recognizance
Warrant for Arrest Fail to Appear in Court
Warrant for Arrest Mischief Under $5000

Sinclair was detained in custody.

CHILD ABUSE IMAGERY AND SEXUAL ASSAULT ARREST R12-73924

In November 2011, members of the Winnipeg Police Service Vice Unit entered into a long term investigation targeting at risk youth being exploited.

In July of 2012 the investigation expanded and numerous units within the Winnipeg Police Service partnered to move the investigation forward. The investigation involved the collaborative work of the following WPS Units; Vice, Internet Child Exploitation, Missing Persons, and Technological Crime in conjunction with Social Service Agencies including Child and Family Service and the Child Protection Branch.

As a result of this investigation Darrell Erwin ACKMAN, 43 years, of Winnipeg has been charged with the following offences:

Living on the Avails of Prostitution x 3
Sexual Assault x 2
Sexual Interference x2
Make/Print/Publish Child Pornography
Possessing Child Pornography
Invitation to Sexual Touching.

Ackman had been detained in custody.

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Tuesday, July 31, 2012

Winnipeg Police Service News Release:

Tuesday, July 31, 2012

MISSING PERSON – Taylor LAPIERRE R12-52558

The Winnipeg Police Service is requesting the public's assistance in locating a 17 year old female, Taylor LAPIERRE.

LAPIERRE last communicated with family and friends on July 17^th, 2012 and was last seen in the North End area of Winnipeg.

LAPIERRE is described as Métis, 5'8", 155 lbs, shoulder length brown hair.

Anyone with information regarding LAPIERRE's whereabouts is asked to contact the Winnipeg Police Service Missing Persons Unit at 986-6250.

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Winnipeg Police Service News Release:

Tuesday, July 31, 2012

PUBLIC AWARENESS TIPS REGARDING BREAK AND ENTERS

To reduce the potential for residential break-ins, the Winnipeg Police Service would like to remind citizens to keep windows locked while sleeping or away from their home. During periods of hot weather, citizens in residences without air conditioning often leave their windows open for fresh air. Forgetting to close the window or leaving it open while you are away provides an opportunity for criminals to gain access resulting in a loss of personal property.

Police would also like to remind citizens to keep their doors and windows locked while working in their yards as well. Each year, a number of thefts occur while the residents are working in their yard and someone enters the home through an unlocked door or window.

Break-ins can occur at any time and in any area of the city. By following these safety tips, residential property crimes can be reduced.

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Monday, July 30, 2012

Winnipeg Police Service News Release:

MISSING PERSON LOCATED – R12-66554

On Thursday, July 26^th, 2012, the Winnipeg Police Service requested the public's assistance in locating Tiana OIGG a missing 13 year old female.

Tiana OIGG has been safely located.

The Winnipeg Police Service would like to thank the public and media for their assistance in this matter.

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Winnipeg Police Service News Release:

FIREARM SEIZURE – ARRESTS C12-146406

On Thursday, July 26^th, 2012 at approximately 4:30 a.m. a 16 year old female was walking in the area of Flora Avenue and Andrews Street. She was confronted by a group of six males one of which was in possession of two firearms. An 18 year old male suspect passed one of the firearms to a 17 year old male youth and instructed him to shoot the victim. The youth pointed the loaded firearm at the victim and threatened to shoot her and her residence.

The victim walked away from the group without incident and immediately reported the matter to police. Members of the District 3 Crime Unit entered into an investigation.

On Thursday, July 26^th, 2012 at approximately 2:30 p.m. the 17 year old male youth was arrested in the 100 block of Powers Street in Winnipeg and faces the following charges:

· Careless Use of a Firearm

· Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose

· Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm

· Possession of a Prohibited or Restricted Firearm

· Possession of a Firearm while Prohibited

· Using a Firearm in the Commission of an Offence

· Utter Threats

· Failure to Comply with a Sentence

On Saturday July 28^th, 2012 at approximately 7:40 p.m. An 18 year old male, of Winnipeg was arrested in the area of Selkirk Avenue and Salter Street. Further investigation lead to the execution of a Search Warrant in the 100 block of Juno Street and with the assistance of the Tactical Support Team a loaded handgun was located.

The male has been charged with the following offences:

· Counselling to Commit an Indictable Offence

· Possess a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose

· Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm

· Possession of a Weapon Obtained by Commission of an Offence

· Weapons Trafficking

· Possession of a Prohibited or Restricted Firearm

· Possess a Firearm while Committing an Indictable Offence

· Utter Threats to Cause Death or Bodily Harm

· Carry a Concealed Weapon

Both males were detained in Custody and the investigation is continuing.

GROW OPERATION – R12-73319

On Sunday July 29^th, 2012 District 3 General Patrol members responded to the report of a Break and Enter in progress in the 300 block of Aberdeen Street in Winnipeg. During the investigation a multi stage Marihuana grow operation was located in the basement.

The Winnipeg Police Service Drug Unit was called in to assist and executed a Controlled Drug and Substance Act search warrant at the residence.

The following was seized:

· 69 Cannabis Marihuana Plants - estimated street value $76,000.00

· Grow operation equipment – estimated value $2000.00.

No arrests have been made and the Drug Unit is investigating.

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