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Friday, February 6, 2015   UPDATE:  Missing Person Located - C15-24946 Christopher BRASS has been safely located. The Winnipeg Police Service would like to thank members of the media and public for their assistance in this matter. Thursday, February 5, 2015   Missing Person – Christopher BRASS – C15-24946 The Winnipeg Police Service is requesting the public's assistance in locating the following 25-year-old male, Christopher BRASS.  He was last seen in the Exchange area of Winnipeg on Wednesday, February 4, 2015 at approximately 10:30 a.m.   BRASS is described as: Aboriginal, 6' tall with thin build, short black hair and brown eyes. He is believed to be wearing a black leather jacket with a grey and turquois hoody beneath it, blue jeans, black shoes and a black toque.    The Winnipeg Police Service is concerned for BRASS's well-being and is asking anyone with information regarding his whereabouts 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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Thursday, February 5, 2015   Missing Person – Christopher BRASS – R15-24946 The Winnipeg Police Service is requesting the public's assistance in locating the following 25-year-old male, Christopher BRASS.  He was last seen in the Exchange area of Winnipeg on Wednesday, February 4, 2015 at approximately 10:30 a.m.   BRASS is described as: Aboriginal, 6' tall with thin build, short black hair and brown eyes. He is believed to be wearing a black leather jacket with a grey and turquois hoody beneath it, blue jeans, black shoes and a black toque.  The Winnipeg Police Service is concerned for BRASS's well-being and is asking anyone with information regarding his whereabouts 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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Thursday, February 5, 2015   Residential Robbery Arrests – C15-24250 On February 3, 2015, at approximately 2:30 p.m. emergency personnel were dispatched to area of Beaverhill Boulevard and Radburn Place for the report of an assault that had just occurred.  Information provided was that the 16-year-old victim had been bear maced.  It was further revealed that this may be related to a residential robbery, involving three suspects that had occurred in the 800 block of Beaverhill.   Several units, including Canine, attended and all involved were located. All persons were identified and members of the East and West District Crime Units continued with the investigation.  It was learned the 16-year-old had been contacted by his 13-year-old sister who advised that she was home and someone had broken in.  The male returned home to find one of the suspects still on scene.  After finding that his sister was unharmed, the male armed himself with a knife, pursued and then confronted the suspect, a 15-year-old male, who was armed with a hammer.  During the altercation the suspect sprayed him with a noxious substance.  The suspect was stabbed several times in the upper body but was able to flee on foot.  He was picked up a short distance away by the other two suspects and driven to hospital.   For his alleged involvement, a 15-year-old male of Winnipeg is facing charges of: Break Enter & Commit Robbery – Dwelling House Disguise with Intent Possession of a Weapon for Dangerous Purpose Unauthorized Possession of a Prohibited or Restricted Weapon Possession of Break In Instruments He was released via a Promise to Appear.   A 17-year-old male of Winnipeg is facing the following charges for his alleged involvement: Break Enter & Commit Robbery – Dwelling House Possession of a Weapon for Dangerous Purpose Unauthorized Possession of a Prohibited or Restricted Weapon Possession of Break In Instruments He was released via a Promise to Appear.   For her alleged involvement, a 16-year-old female of Winnipeg has been charged with the following: Break Enter & Commit Robbery – Dwelling House Fail to Comply with Disposition She was detained in custody   The 16-year-old resident is facing charges of Assault with a Weapon and Possession of a Weapon for Dangerous Purpose for his alleged involvement.   He was released via a Promise to Appear.   Vehicle Robbery Investigation – C15-25230 On February 4, 2015, shortly before 10:00 p.m. members of the Winnipeg Police Service were dispatched to the 200 block of Princess Street for the report of vehicle robbery.  Information provided was that the victim's vehicle, with her one & three year-old children still inside, had just been stolen.   Several units flooded the area and it was revealed that the vehicle had been located a short distance away, with the children safe inside.   The victims related that they had just parked and exited the vehicle when two males approached.  After a brief confrontation, the males jumped into the vehicle and drove off.   No description of the suspects is available.   The investigation is continuing by members of the Major Crimes Unit. Anyone with information regarding this matter or the identity of the suspects is asked to contact investigators at (204) 986-6219 or Crime Stoppers at (204) 786-TIPS (8477).   Strong-arm Robbery – C15-18492 On January 26, 2015, shortly after 9:00 p.m. members of the Winnipeg Police Service were dispatched for the report of a strong-arm robbery.   Officers met with the 16-year-old victim who advised that he had been jogging along the river in the 700 block of Jubilee Avenue where he noted four males standing on the trail.  As he approached, the males refused to part and then surrounded him when he stopped.  The males demanded his property and after he complied one of them physically assaulted him from behind which caused the victim to fall to the ground.  The suspects then fled eastbound down the trail.   The victim was transported to hospital and treated for his injuries.   Suspect #1 below is described as: Caucasian male, approximately 19-23 years of age, 6'2" tall with an average build and a moustache.  He was wearing a darker hoodie, jacket and baseball hat. Three other suspects were similar Caucasian males in late teen-early 20's.   The investigation is continuing by members of the West District Crime Unit. Anyone with information regarding this incident or the identity of the suspects is asked to contact investigators at 204-986-2877 or Crime Stoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477).     Grow Operation Arrest - R15-8245 On February 4, 2015, members of the Marihuana Grow Operation Unit with the assistance of the Tactical Support Team and East District Patrol members, executed a Controlled Drugs & Substances Act (CDSA) search warrant at a residence located in the 1st 100 block of Stacey Bay.   A male was arrested at the time.   A search of the residence resulted in the seizure of the following: 572 Marihuana plants with an estimated street value $640,640.00 Grow operation equipment worth $20,000 The 45 year-old male is facing the following charges for his alleged involvement: Produce a Scheduled Substance - CANNABIS (Marihuana) Possession of a Scheduled Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking - CANNABIS (Marihuana) He was released via a Promise to Appear.   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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Wednesday, February 4, 2015     Update - Residential Robbery Arrest - C14-222638 As previously released - On October 18, 2014 just after midnight, officers responded to a residence located in the 800 block of Sheppard Street as a result of a robbery incident involving two suspects.   The armed suspects confronted the occupants and began demanding cash and prescription medication. A 60 year–old male victim sustained a non-life threatening injury in the upper body during the robbery. The suspects fled and police were notified.   The investigation continued by members of the Major Crimes Unit. As a result, a male and female suspect was identified resulting in warrants being issued.   On January 31, 2015 officers made contact with the female suspect during an unrelated matter. She was arrested and taken into custody on the strength of the outstanding warrant.   Crystal Marie SANDERSON, 32 years-old of Winnipeg has been charged with the following due to her alleged involvement:   Break enter & commit robbery Possession of a weapon Disguise with intent Robbery x 2   She was remanded into custody.   The male suspect remains outstanding.     Firearm Investigation Arrest – C15-23926 On February 3, 2015 at approximately 3:00 a.m., officers responded to the area of Polson Avenue and Main Street regarding a cab driver being threatened by a male armed with a gun.   It has been determined that a male and female had been picked up by cab from a residence located in the 100 block of Bannerman Avenue. They requested to be driven to a residence on Carmen Avenue and then returned to the Bannerman Avenue location.   It was at this time an argument erupted regarding the fare and both suspects exited the vehicle. The male suspect then produced a gun and threatened the driver. As a result, the cab driver drove away and notified police.   Patrol and Canine Unit members located both suspects and took them into custody.   Members of the Major Crimes Unit continued to investigate.   Dustin Wayne JOHNSON, 19 years-old of Winnipeg has been charged with the following due to his alleged involvement:   Possession of a firearm knowing its possession is unauthorized Unauthorized possession of a firearm in motor vehicle Carrying concealed weapon prohibited device or ammunition Possession of a weapon Possession of firearm or ammunition contrary to prohibition order Pointing a firearm   He remains in custody.   The 16-year-old female arrested in the incident was later released without charge.   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, February 2, 2015         Update - Assault – C15-10941 As previously released - On January 16, 2015, shortly after 9:30 a.m., members of the Winnipeg Police Service were dispatched to the area of Lincoln Avenue and Worth Street for the report of an assault that had just occurred. Several units flooded the area however the suspect was not located.   Officers met with the 12-year-old victim who related that at approximately 9:30 a.m. she was on her way to school, walking north on Worth Street.  As she passed the back lane of Lincoln Avenue, an unknown male called out to her.  Feeling uneasy, she continued on but was grabbed from behind and pulled into the lane where the suspect proceeded to physically assault her.  The victim was able to scream for help at which point the suspect was scared off and ran eastbound down the lane.  It should be noted that during the assault the victim noted that the suspect was armed with a weapon.   It was reported that she sustained minor injuries as a result of the assault. A suspect description was also made public at that time.   The investigation was followed-up by members of the Child Abuse Unit.   Please note that it has been determined that this incident was fabricated by the female involved. She is not facing any charges however the required supports have been put in place.     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, February 2, 2015   UPDATE:  Justine Sourkes-Sinclair has been safely located.  The Winnipeg Police Service would like to thank the public and members of the media for their assistance.   Friday, January 2, 2015     Missing Person – Justine Sourkes-Sinclair - R14-90475 The Winnipeg Police Service is requesting the public's assistance in locating a 14-year-old female, Justine Sourkes-Sinclair. Justine was last seen in the North End area of Winnipeg on December 12th, 2014.   Justine is described as: Aboriginal, 5'4" tall, 110 pounds with a thin build and long yellow dyed hair. She was last seen wearing a blue Winnipeg Jets jacket, a grey sweater, and black track pants.    Police are concerned for Justine's well-being. Anyone with information regarding her 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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Sunday, February 1, 2015     Gunseen Incidents Arrest – C15-15832 As previously released -On January 23, 2015 at approximately 12:30 a.m., members of the Winnipeg Police Service were dispatched to the 600 block of Langside Street for the report of a gun having been seen.  Information provided was that the 25-year-old complainant had been threatened by a male armed with a firearm.  She was not injured and the male was seen to run inside a nearby residence.   Multiple units, including members of the Tactical Support Team attended and the residence was secured. Interviews were conducted however the suspect remained outstanding.   The investigation continued by members of the Division 11 Crime Unit.    On January 24, 2015 at approximately 1:00 a.m., the suspect attended to a hotel bar area located in the 300 block of Ellice Avenue. While there, he produced a pellet gun and began showing it to several people present. Police were called and the suspect fled.   Due to the efforts of the Canine Unit, the gun was recovered after the suspect discarded it while fleeing the area.   On January 29, 2015, the suspect attended to a residence located in the 300 block of Ross Avenue. He became involved in a dispute with a female known to him at which time he began physically assaulting her. The suspect eventually fled. The victim's injuries were not serious in nature.   On January 30, 2015 at approximately 10:50 a.m., the suspect was located in the area of the 400 block of Bannatyne Avenue. A shotgun and ammunition was found in his vehicle at the time of his arrest.        William Walter AHMO, 39 years-old of Winnipeghas been charged with Assault, Forcible Confinement, Mischief Under $5000.00, Uttering Threats, Sexual Assault and over 20 Firearm related offences due to his alleged involvement.   He was remanded into custody.     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.