News Release - Winnipeg Police Service

Tuesday, June 4, 2013      STABBING INVESTIGATION C13-107322 On June 3, 2013 at approximately 10:10 p.m., Patrol members, Air1 and members of the Forensic Identification Unit responded to a residence located in the 500 block of Victor Street regarding a stabbing incident.   Attending members located a 36 year-old-male with serious upper body injuries. He was transported in critical condition, later upgraded to stable condition.   The investigation has revealed that the victim was confronted by a lone male suspect who fled the area in a vehicle.   No arrest has 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).     STABBING INVESTIGATION - ARREST C13-107322 On June 3, 2013 at approximately 11:35 p.m., officers responded to a weapon related call for service at a residence located in the 400 block of Redwood Avenue. The investigation has revealed that two males known to each other became involved in a physical confrontation.   The 23 year-old attended to the 25 year-olds' residence in an intoxicated state while armed with a knife. The two became involved in a physical confrontation at which time the 23 year-old was disarmed. It was at this time the 25 year-old stabbed the 23 year-old causing serious injuries.   Emergency personnel were summoned and the 23 year-old was transported from the scene in critical condition, later upgraded to stable condition. The 25 year-old was taken into custody and is facing the following charges:   Aggravated Assault Possess Weapon for Dangerous Purpose   He was detained.   The investigation is continuing by members of the District 3 Crime Unit.      For further information contact either: Constable Jason Michalyshen, Public Information Officer Constable Eric Hofley, Public Information Officer Detective Sergeant Natalie Aitken, Public Information Officer Phone: (204) 986-3061 | Fax: (204) 986-3267 | Email: WPS-PIO@Winnipeg.ca Share this mailing with your social network by clicking on the appropriate link:       Related Winnipeg Police Service Report a Crime Online Crime Stoppers CrimeStat Unsubscribe If you do not want to receive these emails anymore, unsubscribe. Please do not reply to this email. This e-mail was sent from a notification-only address and replies are not monitored. Mailing address: City of Winnipeg, 510 Main Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, R3B 1B9 Privacy Statement The City of Winnipeg values your privacy. We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties. You are receiving this email as a result of your signing up for the Winnipeg Police Service Email News list offered on the City of Winnipeg website. You may unsubscribe or change your subscription options at any time.