Winnipeg Police Service News Release:

Sunday, April 21, 2013     PUBLIC ADVISORY - RIVER ICE CONDITIONS The Winnipeg Police Service River Patrol Unit would like to remind the public that as warmer weather conditions approach, thin ice and open water is present on our rivers and retention ponds.  All waterways are considered to be unsafe as ice thickness can be very unpredictable.   Parents, guardians and teachers are asked to remind children of the dangers involving cold water and thin ice.  This is an extremely dangerous time as open water on the rivers is swift and very cold.   Members of the public are asked to refrain from venturing near any bodies of water as river banks can be slippery and very hazardous.      PLEASE BE SAFE.       WEAPON – ARREST C13-73206 On April 20, 2013 at approximately 11:00 p.m., patrol units responded to the 2100 block of McPhillips Street regarding a male in a vehicle observed pointing a gun at several people. No shots were fired and no injuries were reported.   The suspect drove off at a high rate of speed having no regard for public safety. As a result, additional police resources were deployed including, Air1, Canine Unit and the Tactical Support Team.   Air1 observed the suspect vehicle flee the area and maintained a visual which led them to an address located in the 600 block of Sheppard Street. Due to co-ordinated efforts involving Air1, Patrol Units, Tactical Support Team and Canine Unit, several people were taken into custody.   Officers located and seized a bb-gun and paintball pistol.   A 28 year old male of Winnipeg is facing the following offences:   Point Firearm x 4 Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose Possession of Firearm, etc. while Prohibited Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm HTA – Drive Carelessly HTA – Drive without a Licence   He was detained.    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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