News Release - Winnipeg Police Service

Wednesday, June 22, 2016             Serious Assault Arrest – C16-128069 On June 21, 2016 at approximately 2:00 p.m., a male and female suspect forced entry into a home located in the 300 block of Qu'Appelle Avenue. Once inside, a 27 year old occupant was confronted, physically assaulted and robbed of property.     While the victim lay on the floor, a flammable liquid was poured on to him and ignited. The suspects fled leaving the victim behind as he screamed for help. A passer-by heard the calls for help and called 911.     Emergency personnel responded and located an injured 27 year old male. He was transported to hospital with numerous serious injuries. He is in stable condition.     At approximately 2:30 p.m., Royce Darcy BERENS, 34 years old was located in the area and placed under arrest.     He has been charged with numerous offences due to his alleged involvement and remanded into custody.     The investigation continues by members of the Major Crimes Unit. Anyone with further information is asked to call 204-986-3919 or Crime Stoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477).         Fire Investigation – C16-128501 On June 22, 2016 at approximately 3:40 a.m., emergency personnel responded to a residence located in the 300 block of Aberdeen Avenue regarding a fire incident.     A 50 year old male resident was removed from the home and transported to hospital in critical condition.     The cause of the fire is still under investigation. Anyone with further information regarding this incident is asked to contact investigators at 204-986-6508 or Crime Stoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477).     For further information contact either:  Constable Jason Michalyshen, Public Information Officer  Constable Rob Carver, 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.