News Release - Winnipeg Police Service

Monday, February 22, 2016             Stolen Vehicle Arrest – C16-35583 On February 22, 2016 at approximately 2:00 a.m., Patrol members observed a stolen Toyota Camry being operated erratically in the area of Bannerman Avenue and Main Street.     Officers followed the vehicle until which time the suspect made efforts to evade police by driving at high speeds and having no regard for public safety.     The driver eventually lost control of the Camry and became involved in a collision in the area of Kimberley Avenue and Gateway Road. Three males were taken into custody, including the 18-year-old male driver. A 15-year-old male passenger fled the scene on foot.     Members of the Canine Unit tracked the outstanding male hiding in the area of the 700 block of Blantyre Avenue.     The 18-year-old male (driver) is facing the following charges:       Theft of Motor Vehicle   Theft Under $5000.00   Flight while Pursued by Peace Officer   Dangerous Operation of Motor Vehicle   Possession of a Weapon   Possession of Break-in Instruments   HTA – Fail to remain at the scene of an accident & exchange particulars   HTA – Drive without licence or invalid licence     He was released on a promise to appear.     The passengers in the vehicle were not charged.                 Male Shot – C16-36648 On February 22, 2016 at approximately 5:30 a.m., members of the Winnipeg Police Service responded to the report of shots fired in the area of the 1800 block of Logan Avenue.     An adult male was located with injuries consistent with being shot. He was transported to hospital in critical condition, later upgraded to stable condition.     Members of the Major Crimes Unit continue to investigate. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact investigators at 204-986-6219 or Crime Stoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477).       No further information is available at this time.                   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.