Winnipeg Police Service News Release:

Tuesday, August 28, 2012     STRONGARM ROBBERY    C12-171754 On Tuesday, August 28, 2012 at approximately 12:05 a.m., members of the Winnipeg Police Service while patrolling in the area of McDermot Avenue and Rorie Street, was flagged down by a male who advised police that he had just been robbed.   The investigation revealed that the 61 year old male victim had been working late and was walking to his vehicle that was parked in the area of the first 100 block of McDermot Avenue. Three male suspects approached the victim from behind and assaulted him causing injury to his upper body. The suspects then stole personal property from the victim and fled from the area.   The victim did not require medical attention.   All three suspects are described as: Aboriginal in appearance, approximately 18-24 years old, slim build short dark hair.   Attending police members searched the area; however no arrests have been made at this time.   The investigation is continuing by Division 11 Crime Unit. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact investigators at 204-986-6668 or CrimeStoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477). 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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