Police Reports

Monday, August 27, 2012

Winnipeg Police Service News Release:

Monday, August 27, 2012

IMPAIRED DRIVING ARREST C12-170462

On Sunday, August 26 at approximately 3:30 a.m., members of the Winnipeg Police Service attended to the area of Burnett Avenue and Brunswick Street regarding the report of an impaired driver.

The investigation revealed that a lone male operating a vehicle was travelling on Burnett Avenue approaching Brunswick Street when he lost control of the vehicle, which mounted a curb and continued in motion until it came to rest on its side. The Flight Operations Unit (AIR1) while patrolling observed the vehicle being operated in an erratic manner and gave directions to uniform patrol units, guiding them to the location of the vehicle.

The driver of the vehicle exited the vehicle and fled from the area. However, with the assistance of the Flight Operations Unit, directing the patrolling members, the male driver was located a short distance from the scene and was arrested and taken into custody.

Due to injuries sustained as a result of the motor vehicle collision, the male was conveyed to hospital in stable condition where he was treated and released to the custody of police.

As a result of this incident a 24 year old male of Winnipeg is facing charges of:

Impaired Driving – Motor Vehicle
Drive Over 80 mg

The male was released by way of an Appearance Notice.

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:

Monday, August 27, 2012

STRONGARM ROBBERY ARRESTS C12-169272

As previously released - On August 24, 2012, at approximately 8:25 p.m., officers responded to a suite located in the 100 block of Roslyn Road regarding a stabbing incident.

The investigation revealed that two male suspects attended uninvited to a suite at this location. The suspects attempted to steal personal items from the 22 year old tenant and as a result an argument erupted. The situation escalated when one of the suspects produced a knife and stabbed the victim about the upper body.

The suspects who were known to the victim immediately fled from the location.

Winnipeg Fire and Paramedic Service attended and transported the victim to the hospital in unstable condition and he was later upgraded to stable.

On Sunday, August 26, 2012 at approximately 5:20 p.m., both male suspects were arrested and taken into custody.

Leonard Dalton GAVELIN, 18 years old of Winnipeg has been charged with:

Robbery with Weapon and Failure to Comply with Sentence

Jarrett Albert ELLISON, 18 years old of Winnipeg has been charged with:

Robbery with Weapon and Failure to Comply with Sentence

Both males have been detained in custody.

SERIOUS MOTOR VEHICLE COLLISION

C12-171150

On Monday, August 27, 2012 at approximately 7:30 a.m., Emergency Services responded to the area of Brookside Boulevard and Inkster Boulevard regarding a serious motor vehicle collision.

As a result of the collision, six people were conveyed to hospital and are in stable condition.

Winnipeg Police Service members are currently on scene investigating.

Brookside Boulevard south of Roy Roche Drive and North of Inkster Boulevard is temporarily closed to traffic until further notice.

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Sunday, August 26, 2012

Winnipeg Police Service News Release:

Sunday, August 26, 2012

COMMERCIAL ROBBERY – ARREST C12-170138

On August 25, 2012, at approximately 9:10 p.m., members of the Winnipeg Police Service responded to a business located in the 500 block of Selkirk Avenue regarding a robbery incident.

The investigation has revealed that a lone male suspect entered the business while attempting to conceal his identity by covering his face with his shirt. He confronted a 55 year old male employee and demanded cash. The situation escalated when the suspect attempted to remove the entire cash register and began physically assaulting the employee.

A customer within the store, a 44 year old male, observed the situation and assisted. The suspect was restrained and police were notified.

Members of the Major Crimes Unit continued with the investigation.

Stuart Norman SPENCE, 21 years has been charged with the following offences due to his alleged involvement:

Robbery with Violence
Disguise with Intent
Breach of Probation

He was detained at the Winnipeg Remand Centre.

COMMERCIAL ROBBERY C12-169664

On August 25, 2012, at approximately 6:25 a.m., District 6 uniform patrol members, including members of the Canine Unit responded to a business located in the 500 block of Dale Boulevard regarding a commercial robbery incident.

It has been determined that a lone male suspect entered the front desk area and confronted a 32 year old male employee. The suspect produced a canister of bear spray, pointing it at the employee while demanding cash.

When no money was obtained, the suspect discharged the bear spray at the employee causing significant discomfort.

The suspect fled empty handed and members of the WPS and WFPS were notified.

No arrest has been made at this time. Members of the Major Crimes Unit have been notified of the incident.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact police at 204 986-6219 or Crime Stoppers at 204 786-TIPS (8477).

SHOTS FIRED C12-170473

On August 26, 2012, at approximately 3:45 a.m., officers responded to the 400 block of Riverton Avenue regarding shots fired.

Attending members observed damage to the living room and bedroom windows of the residence. No injuries were reported.

Investigators have learned that a party had previously taken place, resulting in an argument involving some of the partygoers. The gathering eventually concluded and the residents went to bed. A short time later, the occupants awoke to the sound of shots being fired.

The investigating is continuing by members of the Major Crimes Unit.

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Saturday, August 25, 2012

Winnipeg Police Service News Release:

Saturday, August 25, 2012

UPDATE - COMMERCIAL ROBBERY- ARREST – C12-153549

As previously released, on Saturday, August 4, 2012 at approximately 7:30 a.m., members of the Winnipeg Police Service were dispatched to a convenience store in the 800 block of Arlington Street regarding the report of a commercial robbery.

Responding officers learned that the female suspect, armed with a knife had entered the business and attended to the counter. The suspect proceeded to take an undisclosed amount of cash and cigarettes after which she fled the store.

Neither of the two employees working was hurt during the incident.

On August 16, 2012, at approximately 12:35 a.m., an armed female suspect attended to the same convenience store and confronted an employee by demanding cash. The suspect obtained an undisclosed amount of cash and cigarettes and fled the store.

On the same day, at approximately 3:40 p.m., a female suspect attended to a department store located in the area of the 1500 block of Portage Avenue. The suspect attempted to conceal merchandise and flee the business without making any attempt to pay.

The suspect was approached by a Loss Prevention Officer at which time the suspect produced a knife and attempted to assault him. The suspect fled and police were notified.

No one was injured as a result of the incident.

On August 24, 2012, at approximately 6:30 a.m., officers made contact with the female suspect in the area of the 700 block of Ellice Avenue.

Due to the efforts of uniform patrol members and members of the Major Crimes Unit, Shauna Lee OWEN, 23 years, has been charged with the following offences due to her alleged involvement:

Robbery with a Weapon x 3
Breach of Probation x 10

She was deatined.

STABBING C12-169272

On August 24, 2012, at approximately 8:25 p.m., officers responded to a suite located in the 100 block of Roslyn Road regarding a stabbing incident.

Attending members observed several occupants, specifically an injured 22 year old male. The male was suffering from injuries consistent with being stabbed. He is in stable condition.

The investigation has revealed that the suspects attended to the suite uninvited at which time an argument erupted. The situation escalated when one of the suspects produced a knife and stabbed the victim.

The suspects fled and police were notified.

No arrest(s) have been made at this time.

The investigation is continuing by members of the Division 16 Crime Unit.

ASSAULT WITH A WEAPON C12-169406

On August 24, 2012, at approximately 11:40 p.m., members of the Winnipeg Police Service responded to a residence in the area of Fuga Bay regarding an assault with a weapon incident.

At this stage of the investigation, it appears that several suspects attended to a home and confronted the occupants. As a result, a 17 year old male, 19 year old male and 42 year old male were assaulted during the incident. The suspects are believed to have fled in a vehicle.

Members of the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service also attended. The victims are in stable condition.

Division 13 Detectives have been notified.

No further information is available at this time.

COMMERCIAL ROBBERY C12-169463

On August 25, 2012, at approximately 12:50 a.m., uniform patrol members responded to a convenience store located in the 700 block of Mountain Avenue regarding the report of a robbery incident.

Officers were advised that two male suspects entered the business and confronted two employees. Money was demanded and an undisclosed amount was obtained. The suspects fled with cash and merchandise.

No injuries were reported and no arrests have been made at this time.

The investigation is continuing by members of the Major Crimes Unit.

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Friday, August 24, 2012

Winnipeg Police Service News Release:

Friday, August 24th, 2012

MISSING PERSON – BRAEDON LEE GORDON– C120161266

The Winnipeg Police Service is requesting the public's assistance in locating a missing 11 year old male, Braedon Lee GORDON.

Braedon Lee GORDON was last seen on Tuesday, August 21st, 2012 in the Downtown area of Winnipeg.

Braedon Lee GORDON is described as Aboriginal, 4'9" tall, 80 pounds with short brush cut brown hair, and brown eyes. No clothing description is available at this time.

Police are concerned for GORDON's wellbeing.

Anyone with information regarding GORDON's whereabouts is asked to contact the Winnipeg Police Service Missing Persons Unit at 204 986-6250.

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Winnipeg Police Service News Release:

Friday, August 24, 2012

MISSING PERSON LOCATED– SERENITY STEFANISHYN
Serenity Stefanishyn has been safely located.

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

Tuesday, August 21, 2012

MISSING PERSON – SERENITY STEFANISHYN
C12-166094

The Winnipeg Police Service is requesting the public's assistance in locating an 11 year old female, Serenity STEFANISHYN.

STEFANISHYN was last seen on August 20, 2012 in the St James area of Winnipeg.

STEFANISHYN is described as Aboriginal, 5'5 tall, 150 pounds, with shoulder length wavy black hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing black jeans, grey hoodie, bright pink tank top and carrying a black gym bag.

Officers are concerned for her well-being.

Anyone with information regarding STEFANISHYN'S whereabouts is asked to contact the Winnipeg Police Service Missing Persons Unit at 204-986-6250.

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Winnipeg Police Service News Release:

Friday, August 24, 2012

GRAFFITI – ARREST R12-81488

With efforts continuing by members of the East District Community Support Unit to combat graffiti related crimes, officers executed a search warrant at a residence located in the area of Stranmillis Avenue on August 20, 2012.

At the time of the warrant, officers seized a variety of graffiti related paraphernalia.

Between August 10 and August 18, 2012, numerous locations throughout the city were targeted which included; residential properties, businesses and city property.

These locations were spray painted with graffiti tags causing nearly $28,000.00 in damage to clean and remove.

Due to the efforts of East District members, 18 year old, Zachary Sean CARVER was arrested on August 23, 2012 at approximately 6:40 p.m. and charged with the following offences due to his alleged involvement:

Mischief Under $5000.00 x 55

He was detained at the Winnipeg Remand Centre.

COMMERCIAL ROBBERY – ARREST C12-168523

On August 23, 2012, at approximately 5:50 p.m., a male suspect attended to a drug store located in the 400 block William Avenue and confronted a 19 year old female employee.

The suspect was observed to be in possession of a knife at the time of the robbery. He fled with an undisclosed amount of cash. The victim was not injured. WPS members were notified and attended.

At approximately 7:15 p.m., (1 ½ hours later), the male suspect re-attended the drug store and confronted the same female employee. Again, he demanded cash and obtained an undisclosed amount before fleeing. No injuries were reported.

While investigating both incidents, uniform patrol members observed the suspect in the area of the 500 block of William Avenue. He was taken into custody and charged with the following offences due to his alleged involvement:

Robbery with Weapon
Robbery

Members of the Major Crimes Unit continued with the investigation.

Carlos Miguel AREIA, 29 years of age has been detained at the Winnipeg Remand Centre.

STABBING C12-168669

On August 23, 2012, at approximately 11:30 p.m., members of the Winnipeg Police Service responded to the area of King Street and Dufferin Avenue regarding a fight incident.

Officers and Paramedics located a 37 year old male with injuries to his upper body consistent with being stabbed. The victim was listed in unstable condition.

The investigation has revealed that the victim was approached by an unknown male at which time they engaged in a conversation. The suspect suddenly began assaulting the victim and then fled the area.

The suspect is described as: Male, Aboriginal in appearance, 20-25 years of age, slim build, Long hair, wearing dark clothing.

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).

MOTOR VEHICLE COLLISION – IMPAIRED DRIVING ARREST C12-168677

On August 23, 2012, at approximately 11:55 p.m., officers and other emergency personnel responded to the area of Smithfield Avenue and Scotia Street regarding a motor vehicle collision.

Attending members located a white 2000 Volvo which had collided with a hydro pole. It has been determined that two 19 year old males occupied the vehicle at the time of the collision. Both males are in stable condition.

The investigation has revealed that the vehicle was travelling eastbound, and while attempting to make a northbound turn, it collided with a hydro pole.

The 19 year old male driver is facing the following offences:

Impaired Driving
Failure to Provide Breath Sample
Disobey Traffic Control Device (HTA)

He was released on an Appearance Notice.

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