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Thursday, January 7, 2016     Update – Homicide Investigation – Male Arrested – C15-268849 As previously released -On December 22, 2015, at approximately 9:00 p.m., emergency personnel were dispatched to the 1100 block of Beauty Avenue for the report of a serious assault.     Two males were located suffering from stab wounds to the upper body.  Both were transported to hospital however, a 45-year-old male, identified as Hector Lee SINCLAIR, later succumbed to his injuries.     The investigation continued by members of the Major Crimes Unit.     A warrant of arrest for 2nd Degree Murder was issued for 32-year-old Colin Leonard TRAVERSE and on January 5th the public's assistance was requested in locating him.     On January 6th at approximately 7:30 p.m. TRAVERSE turned himself in to Police.     He was processed on the warrant and later detained in custody.   For further information contact either:    Constable Jason Michalyshen, Public Information Officer    Constable Eric Hofley, Public Information Officer    Kelly Dehn, Manager of Public Affairs        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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View neighbourhood reports for Residential Break and Enters and Stolen Vehicles. Visit CrimeStat to view Crime Statistics in Winnipeg. The CrimeStat website is an online resource that provides timely statistical information relating to crime in Winnipeg. Crime Prevention Tip           SAFETY TIPS WHEN USING WINNIPEG TRANSIT  Winnipeg Transit is becoming ever increasingly popular with today's gas prices and the increasing number of people that live in Winnipeg. With the opening of diamond lanes, express routes and the first phases of rapid transit, people are realizing that it can be a more cost and time efficient form of travel.  Whenever using our public transportation here are some precautions that should be taken in consideration for your own safety. Plan your trip. Know routes, schedules. If you do not have a bus pass carry the exact amount of money for your fare. Winnipeg Transit drivers do not carry currency to make change. Advise a family member, friend, or co-worker of your travel route and schedule. Use well illuminated and busy areas to wait for and to exit a transit bus, especially during early morning and late evening hours. Sit near the bus operator if possible. Do not doze off or get too distracted by other things such as iphones or ipods. Lack of attention can make you an easy target. Keep your purse, shopping bag, backpack and other belongings on your lap, on your arm, or at your feet. Do not leave them on an empty seat. If utilizing the storage area at the front of most transit buses DO NOT leave valuables in backpacks, etc. Avoid displaying expensive looking watches, rings, necklaces, and electronic equipment. Observe the behavior of others around you. If you feel uneasy or threatened, change your seat and/or alert the driver. Be aware that all Winnipeg transit buses are now equipped on board Audio/visual surveillance systems and decals informing passengers that this technology is in use. This technology is for your safety!  For your added safety and convenience, Winnipeg Transit offers "Request Stop" service, which allows riders to get off the bus between regular stops. This service is available every day, from 7 p.m. until the end of service.  It's simple. Here's how it works: Inform your operator at least one stop ahead of the requested stop. Exit by the front door only.  **At times, the operator may be unable to fulfill your request due to safety reasons.  Remember: People who appear alert and confident are less likely to be victimized. Always take proper precautions if you are going to be traveling on any form of public transportation.   E-Watch - Your direct connection to information about crime and crime prevention in your community. Thank you for choosing to stay informed and helping us create a culture of safety in Winnipeg. Share this mailing with your social network by clicking on the appropriate link:       Related Winnipeg Police Service Report a Crime Online CrimeStat Crime Stoppers 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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Wednesday, January 6, 2016   Fraud Arrest – R15-54648 Between March of 2009 and December of 2015, a 39 year-old male was employed as the administrator at the Parish of Saint Bernadette on Cottonwood Road in the City of Winnipeg. During this time frame, he was entrusted with numerous duties which included managing the finances of the church. It's alleged that he exploited his position for his own financial gain by embezzling and withdrawing over $400,000.00. He then covered up his actions by entering false information into the general ledger. The inconsistencies were detected during a routine audit done by the Archdiocese of Saint Boniface that started in late May 2015 and reported to Winnipeg Police service in July of 2015. The Archdiocese of Saint Boniface conducted a thorough audit of the all financial transactions of the Parish and presented all their findings in November of 2015 to the Winnipeg Police Service Commercial Crime Unit who continued with the investigation. On January 5, 2016, Leo MCCAUGHAN, 39-years-old of Winnipeg was arrested and charged with the following offences: Theft over $5000.00 Fraud over $5000.00 Falsification of books and documents He was remanded into custody. Residential Robbery Investigation Arrests – C16-002842 On January 4, 2016 at approximately 8:00 p.m., several adult male suspects attended to a residence located on Lou Peltier Crescent and confronted three occupants. The armed suspects, while concealing their identity forced their way into the home and began demanding money and property. The victims, a 30-year-old female, 59-year-old female and a 36-year-old male were not allowed to leave the residence and were physically assaulted over a three hour duration. The suspects stole property, which included the homeowners Toyota Rav4. Members of the Winnipeg Police Service were notified. Officers subsequently located the stolen vehicle and two suspects while travelling in the area of the 1300 block of Concordia Avenue. They were arrested, taken into custody and further processed by members of the Major Crimes Unit. Henok Kebede YIHDEG, 18-years-old and Hamza MASABO, 20-years-old have been charged with numerous offences due to their alleged involvement which include: Armed Robbery Using a Firearm x 3 Kidnapping x 2 Pointing a Firearm x 3 Forcible Confinement Uttering Threats x 3 Assault Cause Bodily Harm x 3 Possession of a Weapon x 3 Pointing a Firearm x 3 Both males were remanded into custody. The investigation is continuing. Grow Operation Arrest – R15-95557 On January 5, 2016 at approximately 5:00 p.m., members of the Marihuana Grow Operation Unit, with the assistance of the Tactical Support Team executed a Controlled Drug and Substance Act search warrant at a residence located in the 200 block of Centennial Street. After the search, the following was located and seized by officers: 292 Marihuana Plants - estimated street value over $327,000.00 Grow Operation Equipment – valued at over $5200.00 A 32-year-old male was arrested and is facing the following offences: Possession of a Scheduled Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking Produce a Scheduled Substance He was released on a Promise to Appear.   Shooting Investigation – C16-003345 On January 5, 2016 at approximately 6:00 p.m., two males attended to a residence located in the 500 block of Spence Street, when a shooting occurred striking a 35-year-old male in the lower body. The victim was transported to hospital by his male associate where he was treated for life-threatening injuries. He has since been upgraded to stable condition. The investigation is continuing by members of the Homicide Unit. Anyone with further information regarding this incident is asked to contact investigators at 204-986-6508 or Crime Stoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477).    Shooting Investigation – C16-003189 On January 5, 2016 at approximately 1:00 p.m., two males known to each other met at a residence located in the 300 block of Madison Street. During their meeting, a 29-year-old male was shot in the lower body causing him to flee the area and contact police. The suspect fled and the investigation is continuing by members of the Major Crime Unit. The victim is in stable condition. Anyone with further information regarding this incident 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 Kelly Dehn, Manager of Public Affairs 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. 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Tuesday, January, 5, 2016         Update – Homicide Investigation – Male Wanted – C15-268849 As previously released -On December 22, 2015, at approximately 9:00 p.m., emergency personnel were dispatched to the 1100 block of Beauty Avenue for the report of a serious assault.     Two males were located suffering from stab wounds to the upper body.  Both were transported to hospital however, a 45-year-old male, identified as Hector Lee SINCLAIR has since succumbed to his injuries.     The investigation is continuing by members of the Major Crimes Unit.             Colin Leonard TRAVERSE, 32-years-old is currently wanted for 2nd Degree Murder.  TRAVERSE is not to be approached.     Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts 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    Kelly Dehn, Manager of Public Affairs        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, January 5, 2016             FESTIVE SEASON CHECKSTOP PROGRAM - WEEK #4 (December 25th- January 1st) RESULTS The Winnipeg Police Service Central Traffic Unit has provided the results from the fourth week of the Festive Season Check Stop Program. 432 - Vehicles stopped 23 - Roadside breath tests administered 4 - ASD warnings (72hr. suspension) 15 - Impaired Driving Arrests 11 - Drive Impaired/ Drive Over 80 mg% 4 - Refusal charges 7 - Provincial Offence Notices FESTIVE SEASON CHECKSTOP PROGRAM TOTAL RESULTS          3070 - Vehicles stopped 139 - Roadside breath tests administered 24 - ASD warnings (72hr. suspension) 56 - Impaired Driving Arrests 35 - Drive Impaired/ Drive Over 80 mg% 21 - Refusal charges 137 - Provincial Offence Notices Average Blood Alcohol Concentration - 160 mg% 45 males 11 females Average age - 32 Attempted Abduction – C16-0002634 On January 4, 2016 at approximately 6:00 p.m., a 33-year-old female was walking home when she was confronted by two unknown males in a vehicle travelling near Sherbrook Street and Broadway. The passenger exited the vehicle and grabbed the victim's arm demanding that she get in. The victim fought back and was able to flee the area. The suspects are described as: Passenger – male, early twenties, 6'0" tall and fair complexion. Driver – male, average build. Suspect vehicle – Red, 4 door car. 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 Crime Stoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477).    For further information contact either: Constable Jason Michalyshen, Public Information Officer Constable Eric Hofley, Public Information Officer Kelly Dehn, Manager of Public Affairs 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, January 4, 2016   Commercial Robbery Investigation – Public Assistance Requested – C15-105557 On May 24, 2015 at approximately 1:00 a.m., a lone female suspect entered a restaurant located in the 200 block of Henderson Highway when she confronted a male employee. The suspect approached the counter and demanded money while indicating she was armed with a gun. An undisclosed amount of cash was provided and the suspect fled the area on foot. No injuries were reported. The female suspect is described as: Aboriginal in appearance, heavy build, 5'1"- 5'6" tall and long dark hair. Surveillance photos are as follows:       Anyone with information regarding this incident or the identity of the suspect is asked to contact members of the Major Crimes Unit 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 Kelly Dehn, Manager of Public Affairs 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, January 3, 2016     Attempted Murder Arrest - C16-0000537 On January 1, 2016 at approximately 2:00 a.m., a couple began arguing outside a nightclub located in the 500 block of Portage Avenue. The dispute continued at which time the 22-year-old female victim was forced into a vehicle by her 31-year-old male common-law partner. The suspect proceeded to drive with the victim in the front passenger seat. The victim was assaulted repeatedly in the upper body. The suspect continued to threaten the safety of the victim when he began operating the vehicle in a dangerous manner. It's alleged that he intentionally guided the passenger side of the vehicle (where the victim was situated) towards a parked semi-trailer in the area of Arlington Street and St. Matthews Avenue, causing a serious collision. After the collision, the suspect fled the vehicle on foot leaving the injured victim trapped inside the vehicle. Emergency personnel responded and the victim was eventually rescued utilizing the Jaws of Life. She is in stable condition. At approximately 11:40 p.m., Christopher RUTHERFORD, 31-years-old was located and placed under arrest. Members of the Division 11 Crime Unit continued to investigate and charged him with numerous offences which include the following: Attempt to Commit Murder Assault Cause Bodily Harm x 2 Overcome Resistance by Attempting to Choke, Suffocate or Strangle another Person Forcible Confinement Kidnapping Uttering Threats x 2 Fail to Comply Condition Recognizance x 5 Dangerous Operation of Motor Vehicle   He was remanded into custody.       Robbery Investigation Arrests – C15-273914 Between December 31, 2015 and January 2, 2016, members of the Winnipeg Police Service were made aware and responded to numerous robberies, assaults and property damage incidents, all of which occurring in the area of William Avenue and Isabel Street. It was later determined that a male and female suspect were involved.  The incidents are as follows: December 31st – Suspects rob and threaten to kill a cab driver in the area of William Avenue and Ellen Street. January 1st – Male suspect robs and stabs cab driver in the upper body while in the area of Elgin Avenue and Gertie Street. Minor injury sustained. January 1st – Male suspect damages vehicle on Elgin Avenue, then threatens to kill owner. January 1st – Numerous parked vehicles in the area of Elgin Avenue and Ellen Street are damaged. An area resident is stabbed. Minor injury reported.  January 1st – Armed male suspect robs cab driver in the area of William Avenue and Isabel Street.      The investigation continued involving members of the Forensic Services Unit. On January 2, 2016 at approximately 7:30 p.m., both suspects attended to a convenience store located at William Avenue and Isabel Street. The armed suspects confronted a customer and attempted to rob her. As a result, police were summoned and both suspects were located and apprehended near Isabel Street and Bannatyne Avenue a short time later. Members of the Division 11 Crime Unit continued to investigate. Kevin SCHOFFER, 21-years-oldhas been charged with the following due to his alleged involvement: Robbery x 3, Wear Disguise with Intent, Assault with a Weapon x 3, Utter Threats to kill, Possession of a Weapon x 2, Mischief Under $5000.00 x 6, Fail to Comply Recognizance x 6 and Fail to Comply Probation Order x 5. He was remanded into custody A 16-year old female has also been charged with the following and remanded into custody: Robbery, Disguise with Intent, Assault with a Weapon, Possession of a Weapon and Uttering Threats. Male Wanted – Randy Terrance RYLE C15-134281 C15-272811 The Winnipeg Police Service is requesting the public's assistance in locating 28-year-old, Randy Terrance RYLE. RYLE is currently wanted regarding an on-going domestic related investigation. He is described as: male, 5'9" tall, 151 pounds, thin build and short black hair.       The investigation is continuing by members of the West District Crime Unit. RYLE is not to be approached, if located, please call investigators at 204-986-2877 or 204-986-6222 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 Kelly Dehn, Manager of Public Affairs 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. 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