Sunday, September 23, 2012

Winnipeg Police Service News Release:

 

 Sunday, September 23, 2012

 
 
 
FIRE C12-192165
On September 23, 2012, at approximately 2:35 a.m., members of the Winnipeg Police Service, while in the area of the 200 block of Lansdowne Avenue on an unrelated matter, were advised by a passer-by of a working house fire nearby.
 
Officers attended to a residence observed to be on fire and immediately began banging on the front door, alerting the sleeping occupants. Once the officers were able to gain entry, five occupants were safely evacuated.
 
Damage to the residence is estimated at $195,000.00.
 
A neighbouring residence also sustained minor exterior damage.
 
The cause of the fire remains under investigation. Members of the Arson Strike Force have been notified. Anyone with information regarding this matter is asked to contact investigators at 204 986-6813 or Crime Stoppers 204 786-TIPS (8477).
 
 
COMMERCIAL ROBBERY C12-192177
On September 23, 2012, at approximately 2:50 a.m., officers responded to a convenience store located in the 400 block of Edison Avenue for a distress alarm.
 
Further information indicated that two male suspects, while attempting to conceal their identity, confronted two employees (20 year old male, 32 year old male). One of the suspects was armed with a gun and the other suspect began removing cigarettes and other merchandise before fleeing.
 
No one was injured as a result of the incident.
 
The suspects are described as: Caucasian, early 20's with medium builds.
 
No arrests have been made at this time.
 
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 – C12-192218
On September 23, 2012, at approximately 4:35 a.m., members of the Winnipeg Police Service responded to a convenience store located in the 1800 block of Main Street due to the report of a commercial robbery.
 
The investigation has revealed that a lone male suspect armed with a knife entered the business and confronted a 57 year old male employee. Merchandise was demanded and an undisclosed amount was obtained before the suspect fled the area.
 
No injuries were reported.
 
The suspect is described as: Male, Caucasian, blonde/reddish hair, 20 years of age, 5'11" tall and thin build.
 
No arrests have been made at this time.
 
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).
 
 

For further information contact either:
Patrol Sgt. Monica Stothers, Public Information Officer
Constable Jason Michalyshen, Public Information Officer


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