Monday, January 12, 2015
Vehicle Theft Prevention
The Winnipeg Police Service is actively involved with a number of initiatives aimed at reducing auto theft. Since early 2004, there has been an approximate 82% reduction in auto theft within the City of Winnipeg.
Although the reductions have been significant, more work needs to be done and public assistance is required.
During the month of December 2014, 115 vehicles were stolen and 40 attempts for a total of 155 during the month. The circumstances are as follows:
35 of the vehicles were left running or keys left in the when they were stolen
10 of the vehicles had keys stolen or missing (jackets, purses/backpacks left unattended in public areas)
4 of the vehicles were stolen by using spare keys that were left in the vehicle (glove compartment, console etc.)
The Winnipeg Police Service is requesting vehicle owners to never leave their vehicles unattended, running or not, for any length of time while the keys are in the ignition.
Always ensure that vehicles keys are secure and don't leave spare keys hidden within the vehicle.
Fewer stolen vehicles on Winnipeg streets reduce the potential for serious collisions and harm to the public. The Winnipeg Police Service is committed to creating further reductions in order to protect public safety and the property of citizens.
For more information regarding auto theft reduction visit the WPS website:
http://www.winnipeg.ca/police/TakeAction/auto_theft.stm
Or CrimeStoppers at; http://youtu.be/RLxwsxOFjLo
Or Manitoba Public Insurance at;
http://mpi.mb.ca/en/Newsroom/News-Releases/Pages/nr2015jan5.aspx
Sexual Exploitation Arrest – R14-73131
Between March and October 2014, an adult female Educational Assistant employed at a Winnipeg High School initiated an inappropriate relationship with a 17-year-old male student.
During this timeframe, the female supplied the youth with drugs and alcohol. These contacts continued and increased over time resulting in sexual contact occurring on numerous occasions.
The victim revealed the relationship at which time police were notified and Child Abuse Unit members entered into an investigation.
On December 11, 2014, Sheryl Ann DYCK, 42 years-old of Winnipeg was arrested and charged with the following due to her alleged involvement:
Sexual exploitation
Administer Substance with Intent to Stupefy a Person to have Illicit Sexual Intercourse
(LGCA) Supply liquor to a minor
(HTA) Drive without or with invalid licence (to: As Owner Permit)
At the time of her arrest, she was released on a promise to appear.
Commercial Robbery Arrests – C15-7680
On January 11, 2015 shortly after 8:00 p.m. members of the Winnipeg Police Service were dispatched to the 6500 block of Roblin Boulevard for the report of a commercial robbery.
The complainant advised that two males, one armed with a weapon, had just robbed the store of an undisclosed amount of money and were seen to flee on foot. No injuries were reported and suspect descriptions were provided.
Several units were dispatched, one of which observed a vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed in the area of Fairmont Road and Grant Avenue. The vehicle was stopped without incident and two of the three occupants matched the suspect descriptions. All three were taken into custody without incident.
For their alleged involvement, Sean Roy MARTIN, 22 years and James Joseph MASON, 21 years, both of Winnipeg have been charged with multiple offences.
Both were detained in custody.
The driver of the vehicle was found not to be involved in the incident and was released without charge.
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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:   | |
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