Saturday, April 27, 2013

Winnipeg Police Service News Release:

  Saturday, April 27, 2013
 
 


ROBBERY INVESTIGATIONS - ARRESTS C13-53082
On February 10, 2013 at approximately 11:00 p.m., a 46 year old male victim was confronted by several suspects after parking his vehicle in a garage located in the 300 block of McAdam Avenue.  
 
The suspects threatened and forced the victim back into his car at which time they drove to a nearby Credit Union. The victim was then forced to withdrawal an undisclosed amount of cash, which he was robbed of by the suspects. The victim was eventually let out of his vehicle in the area of Polson Avenue and McGregor Street unharmed. The suspects fled in the stolen vehicle and police were notified.
 
On March 16, 2013 at approximately 10:00 p.m., a 22 year old male was confronted while parked in his vehicle in the area of Portage Avenue and Young Street. The suspects entered the victim's vehicle and attempted to rob him of his property. A confrontation occurred at which time the victim drove off with one of the suspects still inside the vehicle. The altercation caused a motor vehicle collision at which time the victim and suspects fled the area on foot. Police were notified and an investigation commenced.
 
On March 20, 2013, the suspects responded to an online ad and agreed to sell a smartphone to an unsuspecting victim for an undisclosed amount.   
 
The suspects made arrangements to meet the victim in the area of the 700 block of Flora Avenue. It was at this time the suspects confronted the victim and her two small children while in her vehicle and robbed her of an undisclosed amount of cash.
 
No one was injured and police were notified.
 
The investigations continued by members of the District 3 Crime Unit.
 
Due to the efforts of District 3 Detectives and Patrol members, on April 20, 2013, Derrick DUFF, 25 years was identified and located as a result of an on-going bicycle theft investigation.  He has been charged with the following offences due to his alleged involvement: Robbery with a Weapon, Utter Threat to Cause Death or Bodily Harm x 3, Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose and Breach of Probation. He was detained at the Provincial Remand Centre.
 
On April 26, 2013 at approximately 4:10 a.m., members of the Winnipeg Police Service made contact with Dalton ROUSSIN, 19 years regarding an unrelated matter. He was arrested and charged with the following offences due to his alleged involvement: Robbery with a Weapon x 3, Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose, Kidnapping, Forcible Confinement and Utter Threat to Cause Death or Bodily Harm. He was detained at the Provincial Remand Centre.   
 
The investigation is continuing.
 
 
RESIDENTIAL BREAK-INS – ARRESTS C13-76382
Between April 20th and April 25th, 2013, several homes were broken into and property was removed. The break-ins occurred at residences located in the following areas: 
 

  • 400 block of Moody Avenue, Selkirk, Mb.
  • 300 block of Hosmer Boulevard, Winnipeg, Mb.
  • First 100 block of Duncan Norrie Drive, Winnipeg, Mb.

 
During the break-ins, the following property was taken by the suspects:
 

  • Electronics
  • Cash
  • Clothing
  • Alcohol

 
After breaking into the residence on Moody Avenue in Selkirk, Mb, the suspect(s) stole a 2013 Ford Escape.
 
Police were notified of these incidents at which time investigations commenced.
 
On April 25, 2013, members of the Winnipeg Police Service responded to the first 100 block of Stanford Bay in Winnipeg regarding suspicious circumstances. It was reported that area residents had observed a suspicious vehicle, the previously stolen Ford Escape, parked in their neighbour's driveway. It was determined that the suspects forced entry into the home.
 
Officers attended and located three male suspects still in the residence. It was at this time the suspects attempted to flee, however they were apprehended a short distance away.
 
The investigation continued by members of the District 2 Crime Unit.
 
Three adult males have been charged with numerous offences as a result of their alleged involvement, some of which include: Break, Enter Dwelling House x 4, Motor Vehicle Theft and Possessing Controlled Drug or Substance.
 
Gerald DUCK 25 years, Andrew SHANNACAPPO 25 years and Jonas SABISTON, 18 years have been detained.
 
 
STRONG-ARM ROBBERY – ARREST C13-77473
On April 26, 2013, at approximately 10:55 p.m., District 2 patrol members responded to a robbery incident in the area of the 100 block of Plaza Drive involving a 23 year old female victim.
 
The investigation has revealed that the victim had been walking on the sidewalk in an eastbound direction on Plaza Drive when she noticed someone following her. It was at this time she attempted to flee the area by crossing Plaza Drive to a nearby parking lot. The suspect physically confronted the victim from behind causing her to fall to the ground. The suspect then began pulling at the victim's purse, but eventually fled the area on foot empty handed. The victim sustained non-life threatening injuries due to the incident and police were notified.
 
Officers attended and located the suspect still in the area. He was taken into custody and advised of his arrest.
 
A 14 year old male has been charged with: Robbery with intent and Failure to comply with a sentence order.
 
He was detained at the Manitoba Youth Centre. 

 


For further information contact either:
Constable Jason Michalyshen, Public Information Officer
Constable Eric Hofley, Public Information Officer
Detective Sergeant Natalie Aitken, Public Information Officer


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