Police Reports

Friday, August 10, 2012

Winnipeg Police Service News Release:

Friday, August 10, 2012

HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION UPDATE C09-273075

As previously released - On December 3^rd, 2009 at approximately 6:05 p.m., a male was reported to have been stabbed near the intersection of Main Street and Euclid Avenue while waiting for a bus.

This male later succumbed to his injuries and was identified as:

Jessie Jules Pierre MCKENZIE, 17 years

Further information has since revealed that the victim encountered a male suspect who was with a female. The male suspect and female appeared to be arguing, at which point the male suspect set upon the victim in an unprovoked attack and stabbed him to the upper body.

Homicide investigators are seeking the assistance of the public in identifying the male and the female in the photos. They are persons of interest who were in the area at the time of the incident.

Anyone with information regarding this incident or the identity of the individuals in the photos is asked to contact investigators at 204-986-6508 or CrimeStoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477).

AGGRAVATED ASSAULT INVESTIGATION C12-153467

On Saturday, August 4, 2012 at approximately 3:00 a.m. members of the Winnipeg Police Service responded to the area of Fidler Avenue and Mount Royal Road regarding the report of a male being assaulted.

Attending officers located an injured adult male who had been physically assaulted and sustained serious injury to his upper body. The victim was transported to hospital where he remains in critical condition.

One male suspect involved in this incident has since been arrested for Aggravated Assault, Assault X2 and Utter Threats to Cause Death or Bodily Harm. He remains in custody.

Police are requesting the public's assistance in locating the second male suspect involved in this incident.

A Warrant of Arrest for Aggravated Assault has been issued for Dallas MCKAY, 22 years old of Winnipeg. The suspect has a sizable tattoo on his neck.

The investigation is continuing by members of the District 2 Crime Unit. Anyone with information regarding this incident or the whereabouts of MCKAY is asked to contact police investigators at 204-986-2842, CrimeStoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477) or police non-emergency at 204-986-6222.

AGGRAVATED ASSAULT ARREST C12-139264

As previously released - On July 17, 2012 at approximately 5:30 a.m. members of the Winnipeg Police Service were dispatched to the 400 block of Burrows Avenue regarding reports of a male shot.

Upon arrival, members located at 15 year old male suffering from an injury consistent with being shot to the lower body. The male was transported in stable condition.

An investigation of the incident revealed that a male suspect attended to this location and confronted the victim. The victim attempted to flee from the location at which time a shooting occurred.

Responding members searched the area, however the suspect was not located at that time. Members of the Major Crimes Unit entered into an investigation.

On Thursday, August 9, 2012 at approximately 12:55 p.m., the following male was located in the area of the 1400 block of Notre Dame Avenue. He was arrested and taken into custody. Upon his arrest he was found to have large amount of Canadian currency in his possession.

Jonathan Erin CATCHEWAY, 23 years old of Winnipeg has been charged with several

Firearms related offences, Aggravated Assault, Possess Proceeds of Crime, Disguise with Intent and Breach of Probation.

CATCHEWAY has been detained in custody.

NORTH END COMMUNITY FORUM ON ARSON

On Friday, August 10, 2012 at 6:30 p.m., the Winnipeg Police Service, in partnership with Michael Redhead Champagne of Aboriginal Youth Opportunities (AYO!) and Winnipeg City Councillors - Ross Eadie and Mike Pagtakhan, will be holding a community information forum on Arson at the Ukrainian Canadian Institute Prosvita located at 777 Pritchard Avenue.

Community members are invited to meet at the North End Bell Tower at Selkirk Avenue and Powers Street at 6:00 p.m. to show their support for the local youths and members of the North End community, who meet at this location every Friday to share information and strengthen community commitment.

Officers and residents will then walk to the Ukrainian Institute Prosvita where information will be presented by the Winnipeg Police Service North End Community Support Unit and the Arson Strike Force. .

Please use the Arlington Street entrance upon arrival at the Ukrainian Canadian Institute Prosvita. Anyone with mobility concerns is invited to proceed directly to this location.

The goal of this event is to update residents on various occurrences taking place in the community and provide crime prevention information specific to personal safety and how to prevent arsons in their community.

Refreshments will be provided.

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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Thursday, August 9, 2012

Winnipeg Police Service News Release:

Thursday, August 9, 2012

RESIDENTIAL ROBBERY C12-157007

On Wednesday, August 8, 2012 at approximately 11:00 p.m., members of the Winnipeg Police Service responded to the area of the 500 block of Selkirk Avenue regarding a residential robbery.

The investigation revealed that four male suspects armed with weapons attended to this location and confronted a 22 year old female; a 22 year old male and a 25 year old male. The suspects demanded cash and stole personal property. The suspects fled from the residence with stolen personal property.

The 22 year old male victim sustained minor injury to his upper body as a result of this incident.

The suspects are described as following:

Suspect #1: Male, Caucasian, 18-25 years old,, 5'8" – 5'9" tall, medium build with blue eyes
Suspect #2: Male, 18-25 years old, 5'8"-6'0" tall, average build
Suspect #3: Male, 18-25 years old, 5'8"-6'0" tall, average build
Suspect #4: Male, 18-25 years old, 5'8"-6'0" tall, average build

The investigation is continuing by members of the Major Crimes Unit. Anyone with information regarding this matter is asked to contact police at 204-986-6219 or CrimeStoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477).

SEXUAL ASSAULT INVESTIGATION C12-156868

On Wednesday, August 8, 2012 at approximately 8:10 p.m., members of the Winnipeg Police Service attended to the area of 100 block of Henry Street regarding a sexual assault incident.

The investigation revealed that a 24 year old female victim was walking in the area of the 600 block of Main Street when a male suspect armed with a weapon approached the victim from behind and grabbed her. The suspect attempted to pull the victim to into nearby low lying bush area, however the victim was able to break free from the suspects grip and fled from location to safety.

The victim was not physically injured as a result of this incident.

The suspect is described as following:

Male, Aboriginal in appearance, approximately 30 years old, long dark hair, thick build with large belly and an acne scarred face. The male was wearing a black sweater with a hood, and black shorts

The investigation is continuing by members of the Sex Crimes Unit. Anyone with information regarding this matter is asked to contact police at 204-986-6245 or CrimeStoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477).

FINANCIAL INSTITUTION ROBBERY

C12-155667

On Tuesday, August 7, 2012 at 10:00 a.m., members of the Winnipeg Police Service attended to the 600 block of Notre Dame Avenue regarding a robbery of a financial institution.

The investigation revealed that a lone male suspect attended to this location and approached a 25 year old female employee. The suspect demanded and received an undisclosed amount of cash and immediately fled from the location.

The victim was not injured during this incident.

The suspect is described as following:

Male, Aboriginal in appearance, approximately 20-25 years old, 5'7" – 6'0" tall, medium build, short dark hair

The investigation is continuing by members of the Major Crimes Unit. Anyone with information regarding this matter is asked to contact police at 204-986-6219 or CrimeStoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477).

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Winnipeg Police Service Public Advisory:

Traffic lights are back in operation.

The Winnipeg Police Service would like to thank motorists for their patience and cooperation.

Thursday, August 9, 2012

TRAFFIC LIGHTS OUT

Due to a power outage in the North end area of Winnipeg, traffic signal lights in that area are affected.

The Winnipeg Police Service requests motorists to use extreme caution while driving in the areas between McPhillips Avenue (West), Leila Avenue (North), Scotia Street (East) and Hartford Avenue (South) until further notice.

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Winnipeg Police Service Public Advisory:

Thursday, August 9, 2012

TRAFFIC LIGHTS OUT

Due to a power outage in the North end area of Winnipeg, traffic signal lights in that area are affected.

The Winnipeg Police Service requests motorists to use extreme caution while driving in the areas between McPhillips Avenue, Leila Avenue, Scotia Street and Hartford Avenue until further notice.

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Wednesday, August 8, 2012

Winnipeg Police Service News Release:

Wednesday, August 8, 2012

KICKIN' IT – WINNIPEG POLICE SERVICE AUXILIARY FORCE CADETS EVENT

The members Winnipeg Police Service Auxiliary Force Cadets section invite residents in the Central Park area to join them for the annual Kickin' It Cadets event.

Date: Today (Wednesday, August 8, 2012)
Time: 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Location: Central Park

The Cadets have partnered with Central Neighborhoods' Development Organization, Downtown Biz, West End Biz and the Exchange Biz to host this event. The afternoon will feature a soccer game with children from the area as well as a community barbecue.

Since the Section's inception on November 21, 2010, our Cadets have been actively engaging community partners and the public as part of their mandate to build a safer community through visual presence and building positive relationships.

Members of the media are welcome to attend. Cadet Ryan Magalas will be available for interviews.

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Tuesday, August 7, 2012

Winnipeg Police Service News Release:

Tuesday, August 7^th, 2012

ARSON ARREST – C12-154725

On Sunday, August 5^th, 2012 at approximately 10:00 p.m. members of the Winnipeg Police Fire Paramedic Service and Winnipeg Police Service were dispatched to the 300 block of Magnus Street regarding the report of a residential fire.

Attending officers learned that a female suspect had attended to the residence and, aware that people were within, proceeded to light the residence on fire. Seven occupants within the residence were able to escape without injury. The suspect was located and arrested at the scene.

Damage is estimated at $15,000.00.

The investigation continued by members of the Arson Strike Force.

Louise Joan BLYTH, 28 years, of Winnipeg has been detained in custody and charged with the following:

Attempted Murder x 3
Arson – Disregard for Human Life
Arson – Damage to Property
Possession Incendiary Material

FRAUD ARREST – C12-154723

On Saturday, August 5^th, 2012 at approximately 10:30 p.m. members of the Winnipeg Police Service Division 11 Community Support Unit were in the area of Notre Dame Avenue and Simcoe Street when they conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle with five occupants. Once the vehicle stopped, a male passenger fled the vehicle.

With the assistance of the Canine Unit, the male was located a short distance away and taken into custody.

The investigation continued by members of the Commercial Crime unit.

Travis Adam FINDLAY, 33 years, of Winnipeg has been detained in custody and charged with the following:

Possess Property Obtained by Crime under $5,000.00
Possess, Procure to be made, Transfer, Sell or Offer to Sell an Identity Document
Obtain or Possess the Identity Information of Another Person x 2
Breach of Probation

PUBLIC MISCHIEF ARREST – C12-153439

Between July 12^th, 2012 and August 4^th, 2012 the 911 Communications Centre received several calls from a male reporting fires and assaults in progress. Emergency personnel were dispatched to each incident and all were determined to be unfounded.

On August 4^th, 2012 at approximately 3:00 a.m. this male again called 911 from a payphone in the 600 block of Balmoral Street reporting a fire in the first block of Balmoral Street which was later determined to be unfounded. Members of the Winnipeg Police Service attended to the area at which time the accused was located and taken into custody.

A 28 year old male from Winnipeg has been released on a Promise to Appear and is facing the following charges:

· Public Mischief x 7

· Harassing Telephone Calls x 7

The Winnipeg Police Service would like to encourage the public to utilize the 911 system in a responsible manner. When 911, is not used as it was intended, a significant amount of resources become unavailable to others who may legitimately require assistance. Their safety is ultimately jeopardized.

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Monday, August 6, 2012

Winnipeg Police Service News Release:

Monday, August 6^th, 2012

FIRE INCIDENT - C12-154781

On Sunday, August 5^th, 2012 at approximately 11:00 p.m. Emergency Service personnel were dispatched to the 400 block of College Avenue regarding a residential fire.

Damage to the vacant home and contents has been estimated at $200,000.00.

The investigation is continuing by members of the Arson Strike Force.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call investigators at 204-986-6813 or CrimeStoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477).

SHOTS FIRED - C12-154848

On August 6^th, 2012 at approximately 1:00 a.m. Winnipeg Police Service Division 13 Uniform Members responded to a residence within the 100 block of Argyle Street North for a report of shots fired into a residence.

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 CrimeStoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477).

COMMERCIAL ROBBERY - C12-154846

On Monday, August 6^th, 2012 shortly after 1:00 a.m. Winnipeg Police Service Members responded to the area of Main Street and Inkster Avenue for the report of a commercial robbery that had just occurred to a taxi cab driver.

Upon arrival officers met with the 43 year old male victim and learned that at approximately 12:45 a.m., the victim was operating a taxi cab when he picked up three males near Main Street and Kingsbury Avenue. One of the males produced a knife and demanded money.

The suspects received an undisclosed amount of cash and fled the scene. The victim did not sustain any injuries during the robbery.

No description of the suspects is available at this time.

The investigation is continuing by members of the Division 13 Crime Unit.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact investigators at 204-986-2848 or CrimeStoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477).

MOTOR VEHICLE COLLISION UPDATE – C12-154243

As previously released, on Sunday, August 5^th, 2012 at approximately 3:00 a.m. members of the Winnipeg Police Service were dispatched to the 600 block of Portage Avenue regarding the report of a motor vehicle collision.

Attending officers learned that a vehicle travelling west bound on Portage Avenue had left the road and struck a building.

There were four adults and one youth within the vehicle. All were transported to hospital, two of the adults in unstable condition while the other three occupants were in stable condition. All have since been released from hospital.

Investigation has revealed that a Mazda 6 and an unknown silver vehicle were travelling westbound on Portage Avenue. The driver of the unknown vehicle began driving erratically, cutting the Mazda 6 off which resulted with the driver of the Mazda 6 losing control and striking the building.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call CrimeStoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477).

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