News Release - Winnipeg Police Service

Wednesday, February 26, 2014         SUSPICIOUS MALE   C14-40396 On February 24, 2014 at approximately 7:30 p.m., a 13-year-old male was walking in the area of Charles Street and Redwood Avenue when he was approached by an unknown male in a vehicle.   The suspect offered the young male candy and a ride at which time both were declined. The male made his way home and told a parent what had taken place. Police were subsequently notified.   The suspect is described as: Caucasian, male, in his 50's, white short curly hair and wearing a dark jacket.   The suspect vehicle is described as: small, black, two-door, older model.     Division 13 Detectives continue to investigate. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact investigators at 204-986-2848.     STOLEN VEHICLE – ARREST   C14-40605 On February 22, 2014 a Toyota Corolla was stolen in Regina, Saskatchewan and driven to Winnipeg.   On February 25, 2014 at approximately 1:20 a.m., Patrol members observed the stolen vehicle being operated in an unsafe manner in the area of Mountain Avenue and Salter Street. Officers attempted to stop the vehicle however the lone male suspect refused and continued driving in a reckless manner.   While travelling at a high rate of speed, the suspect collided with a taxi cab near the Arlington Bridge. Damage was caused, however no injuries were sustained.   The suspect fled the stolen vehicle on foot at which time members of the WPS Canine Unit were deployed. The suspect was tracked by Canine with the assistance of Patrol members to a residence located on Alfred Avenue.   Skyler ALEXSON, 20 years-oldhas been charged with the following offences due to his alleged involvement:   Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Flight while Pursued by Peace Officer Dangerous Operation of Motor Vehicle HTA – Fail to Leave Particulars re: damage Fail to Comply with Probation Order Fail to Comply with Conditions Undertaking x 2   He was detained.       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.