News Release - Winnipeg Police Service

Friday, July 24, 2015     Stolen Bike Investigation – Recovered - E15-5529 On July 23, 2015, the Winnipeg Police Service requested the public's assistance in locating a stolen bicycle, valued at $2500.00 and specific to the needs of a person with disabilities.   Officers had spoken with the complainant who resides in the area of Warde Avenue and Paddington Road.  He advised that the theft occurred from their garage sometime between July 3rd and 13th.   The bike was recovered and has since been returned to the owner.   The Winnipeg Police Service would like to thank members of the media and public for their assistance in this matter.     Incident involving AIR1 – Review Completed On June 22nd, a private conversation from the cockpit of Air1, as well as dialogue from police radio dispatch was inadvertently broadcast over the helicopter's PA system. A review of the incident has concluded that a number of variables needed to occur for this to happen.  The Winnipeg Police Service has taken steps to minimize the chances of this situation repeating itself. Due to media exposure of the incident, a police service in another jurisdiction contacted our Flight Operations Unit to advise that they had experienced a similar (albeit not as public) situation, and offered a potential explanation.  Changes have now been made to the wiring system.  As well, a switch that activates the PA system has been modified to ensure it cannot be accidentally activated (as was the case in this incident). This occurrence was not a deliberate act.  No disciplinary action will be taken against the crew members involved.  Several calls were received about the broadcast and the Service contacted those people individually.  Again, the Winnipeg Police Service apologizes for any embarrassment this may have caused.   For further information contact either:     Constable Jason Michalyshen, Public Information Officer     Constable Eric Hofley, 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.