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Wednesday, April 9, 2014   HOMICIDE – C14-71321 On April 9, 2014 shortly before 1:00 a.m. an adult female attended to the Victoria Hospital suffering from undisclosed injuries.  She has since succumbed to her injuries.   No further information is available at this time.   The investigation is continuing by members of the Homicide Unit. Anyone with information regarding this matter is asked to contact investigators at (204) 986-6508 or Crime Stoppers at (204) 786-TIPS (8477). MOTOR VEHICLE COLLISION INVOLVING PEDESTRIAN – C14-69028 As previously released, on April 5, 2014 at approximately 5:30 p.m. emergency personnel were dispatched to the Intersection of Donald Street and Broadway for the report of a motor vehicle collision.   Upon arrival a 23 year old female was located and transported to hospital in unstable condition and later downgraded to critical.    The victim has since succumbed to her injuries.  Her name will not be released.   Initial investigation revealed that the victim had been crossing the eastbound lanes of Broadway at Donald Street when she was struck by an eastbound vehicle.   A 25 year old male was arrested at the scene and later released without charge pending further investigation.   Members of the Central Traffic Unit are continuing with the investigation.  Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call investigators at 204-986-6271.     STABBING INVESTIGATION UPDATE – ARRESTS - C14-61520 As previously released, on March 26, 2014 at approximately 4:00 a.m., WPS and WFPS members responded to a business located in the 1300 block of Main Street regarding a stabbing incident involving multiple victims.   Upon arrival, three male victims were located and observed to have sustained injuries consistent with being stabbed. They are in stable condition.   The victims entered the business after sustaining their injuries at which time emergency services was notified.    The investigation continued by members of the District 3 Crime Unit.  As a result two suspects were identified.   On April 8, 2014 shortly after 6:00 p.m. the two suspects were located with the assistance of the Street Crime Unit and arrested without incident in the 200 block of Cathedral Avenue for their alleged involvement. Steven Raymond JOHNSTON 20 years of Winnipeg has been charged with Aggravated Assault, Assault with a Weapon x 3 and Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose.   Rae-Anne Mary Dawn PEEBLES 18 years of Winnipeg has been charged with Assault x 3 and court order related breaches.   Both were detained at the Provincial Remand Centre.     ASSAULT POLICE OFFICER ARREST – C14-70864 On April 8, 2014 members of the Manitoba Integrated Warrant Apprehension Unit attended to the 100 block of McPhail Street to arrest a 38 year old male on the strength of two outstanding warrants.   The wanted male began to resist arrest which caused a dog within the residence to become aggressive.  As a result, one of the arresting members was bitten in the lower body causing injury that later required medical attention.   Once restrained, the male continued to resist and at one point kicked out, striking a second officer twice in the lower body.  The officer did not require medical attention.   Douglas Ocman Tristam POLON 38 years of Winnipeg was processed on the outstanding warrants for Aggravated Sexual Assault & Breach of Probation.  He was further charged with Assault a Peace Officer, Resist Peace Officer & Fail to Comply with Probation Order x 3   He was detained at the Provincial Remand Centre.   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.

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Tuesday, April 8, 2014 MISSING PERSON –  ISAIAH MICHELL - R14-13336 The Winnipeg Police Service is requesting the public's assistance in locating a 17 year old male, Isaiah MICHELL.   MICHELL  is described as: Aboriginal, 5'11" tall, 150 pounds, brown hair and brown eyes.  He was last seen on February 20, 2014.  He is known to frequently attend to the Gilbert Park and North End areas of Winnipeg.    Police are concerned for MICHELL's well being.  Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts is asked to contact the Missing Persons Unit at 204-986-6250.   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.

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Tuesday, April 8, 2014   SHOTS FIRED ARREST – C14-70183 As previously released, on April 7, 2014 shortly after 2:00 p.m. emergency personnel were dispatched to the 600 block of Manitoba Avenue for the report of sounds of shots. Upon arrival a male youth was located suffering from wounds consistent with having been the result of a firearm discharge.  He was transported to hospital in critical condition and has since been upgraded to stable. Investigation revealed the 17 year old victim and another male had been within the residence when two male suspects forced their way in.  When the victims attempted to flee, one of the suspects discharged his firearm, striking the victim once in the upper body.  The second male was not injured.  The suspects then fled the scene. Members of the Major Crimes Unit continued with the investigation.  Shortly after 11:00 p.m. one of the suspects was located in the 400 block of Flora Avenue where he was arrested without incident for his alleged involvement. Jordan Joseph OWEN 20 years of Winnipeg has been charged with: Break Enter & Commit – Dwelling House (To Wit: COMMIT AGGRAVATED ASSAULT) Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose Possession of a Firearm Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized Use of Firearm During Commission of an Indictable Offence Discharge a Firearm with Intent Possession of Firearm or Ammunition Contrary to Prohibition Order Pointing a Firearm Possession of a Prohibited or Restricted Firearm with Ammunition Fail to Comply Condition Recognizance x 2 The investigation is continuing by members of the Major Crimes Unit.  Anyone with information regarding this matter is asked to contact investigators at (204) 986-6219 or Crime Stoppers at (204) 786-TIPS (8477). COMMERCIAL ROBBERY ARREST – C14-70512 On April 8, 2014 shortly after 12:00 a.m. Winnipeg Police Service members were dispatched to a convenience store in the 1000 block of McPhillips Street for the report of a commercial robbery. Information provided was that a male suspect, with his identity concealed and armed with a weapon had attempted to rob the store.  The suspect fled without obtaining any property and was observed to drive off in a taxi. Suspect / vehicle description was broadcast and minutes later general patrol members observed the taxi and suspect outside a convenience store in the 1000 block of McGregor Street.  The suspect was arrested without incident.  It was learned that the taxi had been stolen in Selkirk, Mb on April 7. Members of the Major Crimes Unit continued with the investigation. A 17 year old male from Selkirk has been charged with several robbery related offences for his alleged involvement. He has been detained at the Manitoba Youth Centre.   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.

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Monday, April 7, 2014 SHOTS FIRED – C14-70183 On April 7, 2014 shortly after 2:00 p.m. emergency personnel were dispatched to the 600 block of Manitoba Avenue for the report of sounds of shots.   Upon arrival a male youth was located suffering from wounds consistent with having been the result of a firearm discharge.  He was transported to hospital in critical condition.   Officers remain on scene.   Motorists and pedestrians are requested to avoid the area if at all possible.   No further information is available at this time.   The investigation is continuing by members of the Major Crimes Unit.  Anyone with information regarding this matter or the identity of the suspect(s) is asked to contact investigators at (204) 986-6219 or Crime Stoppers at (204) 786-TIPS (8477).   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.

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Monday, April 7, 2014   MOTOR VEHICLE COLLISION INVOLVING PEDESTRIAN – C14-69028 On April 5, 2014 at approximately 5:30 p.m. emergency personnel were dispatched to the Intersection of Donald Street and Broadway for the report of a motor vehicle collision.   Upon arrival a 23 year old female was located and transported to hospital in unstable condition and later downgraded to critical.   Initial investigation has revealed that the victim had been crossing the eastbound lanes of Broadway at Donald Street when she was struck by an eastbound vehicle.   A 25 year old male was arrested at the scene and later released without charge pending further investigation.   Members of the Central Traffic Unit are continuing with the investigation.  Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call investigators at 204-986-6271.   STRONG-ARM ROBBERY ARRESTS –C14-69491 On April 6, 2014 shortly after 11:00 a.m. members of the Winnipeg Police Service were dispatched to the 600 block of Selkirk Avenue for the report of a person having been robbed by four male suspects.   Attending officers arrived to observe two of the suspects fleeing the area.  One of the suspects was immediately arrested while the other continued to run.  Canine members attended and were able to successfully track the suspect to the 600 block of Manitoba Avenue where he was taken into custody without incident.   Information was received that the other two suspects may have fled to a residence in the 700 block of Selkirk Avenue.  Several units, including the Tactical Support Team attended and two residents were removed from the residence.  They were later found not to be involved in either incident.   Investigation revealed that the 24 year old victim had been approached by the four suspects, one armed with a firearm.  The suspects demanded property from the victim however fled after finding that he had none.  The victim was not injured.   A short time later the four suspects approached an 18 year old female, physically assaulting her during the robbery after which they fled after having not obtained any property.  The victim received non-life threatening injuries.   Two males, 16 & 18 years of age from Winnipeg have been charged with several robbery related offences and have been detained in custody.   The firearm used in the robberies was recovered.   The investigation is continuing by members of the Major Crimes Unit.  Anyone with information regarding this incident or the identity of the outstanding suspects is asked to contact investigators at 204-986-6219 or Crime Stoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477).     COMMERCIAL ROBBERY – C14-68447 On April 4, 2014 shortly before 9:30 p.m. members Winnipeg Police Service members were dispatched to a restaurant in the 2300 block of Ness Avenue for the report of a commercial robbery.   Responding officers met with a 19 year old employee who advised that a lone armed male had attended to the counter, demanded and received an undisclosed amount of money after which he fled the store.  The clerk was not injured.   The suspect is described as: Caucasian, late 20s to early 30s, approximately 5'10' tall.   The investigation is continuing by members of the Major Crimes Unit.  Anyone with information regarding this incident or the identity of the suspect(s) is asked to contact investigators at 204-986-6219 or Crime Stoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477).     COMMERCIAL ROBBERY – C14-69390 On April 6, 2014 shortly after 5:30 a.m. members Winnipeg Police Service members were dispatched to a restaurant in the 2400 block of Portage Avenue for the report of a commercial robbery.   Responding officers met with a 17 year old employee who advised that a lone armed male had attended to the counter demanding that she open the till.  The suspect then proceeded to steal an undisclosed amount of money after which he fled the store.  The clerk was not injured.   The suspect is described as: Aboriginal in appearance, 25 to 30 years, approximately 5'10' tall with a medium build, scruffy facial hair, thick / bushy eyebrows and a tattoo on the left side of his face as well as on both hands.   The investigation is continuing by members of the Major Crimes Unit.  Anyone with information regarding this incident or the identity of the suspect(s) is asked to contact investigators at 204-986-6219 or Crime Stoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477).   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. 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Monday, April 7, 2014   UPDATE:  MISSING PERSON LOCATED Chris Semeniuk has been safely located.  Thank you to both the public and media for their assistance.  Friday, April 4, 2014     MISSING PERSON– CHRIS SEMENIUK C14-68026 The Winnipeg Police Service is requesting the public's assistance in locating a missing 54-year-old male, Chris SEMENIUK.    SEMENIUK was last seen on April 2, 2014 at 9:45 p.m. in the Wolseley area of the city.   SEMENIUK is described as: Male, Caucasian, 5'11" tall, approximately 160 lbs., with short white hair.  SEMENIUK was last seen wearing a red and blue jacket, mitts, navy wool toque, and white runners.  He had a dark back-pack with silver stripes.                     The Winnipeg Police Service is concerned for SEMENIUK'S well-being.   Anyone with any information regarding SEMENIUK'S whereabouts is asked to contact The Winnipeg Police Service Missing Persons Unit at 204-986-6250.         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.

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Friday, April 4, 2014     MISSING PERSON– CHRIS SEMENIUK C14-68026 The Winnipeg Police Service is requesting the public's assistance in locating a missing 54-year-old male, Chris SEMENIUK.    SEMENIUK was last seen on April 2, 2014 at 9:45 p.m. in the Wolseley area of the city.     SEMENIUK is described as: Male, Caucasian, 5'11" tall, approximately 160 lbs., with short white hair.  SEMENIUK was last seen wearing a red and blue jacket, mitts, navy wool toque, and white runners.  He had a dark back-pack with silver stripes.                     The Winnipeg Police Service is concerned for SEMENIUK'S well-being.   Anyone with any information regarding SEMENIUK'S whereabouts is asked to contact The Winnipeg Police Service Missing Persons Unit at 204-986-6250.       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.