News Release - Winnipeg Police Service

Saturday, November 7, 2015         Update - Officer Involved Shooting – C15-234144 As previously released -On Friday, November 6, 2015 at approximately 12:30 p.m., members of the Winnipeg Police Service came in contact with a male driving a vehicle in the area of Grant Avenue and Kenaston Boulevard.     At approximately 1:15 p.m., a firearm was discharged by police in the area near this intersection. One adult male was struck and emergency first aid was administered. The male was transported to hospital and later pronounced deceased.     The deceased male is identified as Mark DICESARE, 24-years-old.     Members of the Winnipeg Police Service Behavioural Health Unit have been activated to assist in the investigation by providing support to the members involved.      The Independent Investigation Unit of Manitoba has been notified and continues to investigate.         Sexual Assault Investigation – C15-234432 On November 6, 2015 at approximately 11:15 p.m., members of the Winnipeg Police Service responded to a residence located in the 400 block of Keenleyside Street regarding a sexual assault involving an unknown male.     The investigation has revealed that an 18-year-old female was staying at a family residence when she was confronted by an unknown male who had entered the home. The female was assaulted rendering her unconscious. It was at this time a sexual assault occurred.     Some electronic items including a purse were stolen by the suspect.     The victim is in stable condition and members of the Sex Crimes Unit continue to investigate.     The suspect is described as a Black male, 25-30 years-old, approximately 5'7" tall, average build, wearing a black toque and navy sweater.      Anyone with further information regarding this incident is asked to contact Detectives at 204-986-6245 or Crime Stoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477).    For further information contact either:  Constable Jason Michalyshen, Public Information Officer  Constable Eric Hofley, Public Information Officer  Kelly Dehn, Manager of Public Affairs    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.