Winnipeg Police Service News Release:

Friday, February 22, 2013     COMMERCIAL ROBBERY C13-34531 On February 20, 2013 at approximately 4:30 p.m., officers responded to a pawn shop located in the 800 block of Main Street regarding a robbery incident.   Three male suspects entered the business and confronted two male employees. The suspects, armed with bear spray, made demands and began smashing display cases and removing merchandise.   During the incident, the suspects deployed the bear spray at the victims causing significant discomfort and minor injuries.   The suspects fled the business with a significant amount of merchandise consisting of gold jewellery, rings, chains and watches.   The suspects are described as:   Suspect 1 – Male, 23-24 years of age, 6'4" tall, medium build   Suspect 2 – Male, 24-25 years of age, 6'0" tall, medium build (larger than suspect 1)   Suspect 3 – Male, 22 years of age, 5'2" tall, muscular build   The investigation is continuing by members of the Major Crime 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: Constable Jason Michalyshen, Public Information Officer Constable Eric Hofley, 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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