News Release - Winnipeg Police Service

Friday, July 3, 2015   Serious incident - 200 block of River Avenue   C15-138922 & C15-138959 On July 3, 2015, at approximately 10:15 the Winnipeg Police received reports of ‎shots fired or possible explosion at a law firm in the 200 block of River Avenue.        An adult female was located suffering from injuries to her upper body as a result of an apparent explosive device. She was transported to hospital in critical condition.        Several units including the Bomb Unit, Tactical Support Team and uniform members are currently on scene.       Officers are currently on scene at a law firm in the 400 block of St Mary s Avenue as well.       Several roads in both areas have been closed to traffic.        At this time there is no indication that any other locations are involved.        We believe that we are dealing with a specific, not a general threat. However we are still at the early stages of the investigation.       Further information will be provided as it becomes available.         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.