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Thursday, June 30, 2016 Aggravated Assault Investigation – Arrests:  C16-126313 As previously released, on June 19, 2016 at approximately 2:20 a.m., a male and female suspect attended a hotel located in the 500 block of Main Street. While there, they confronted a staff member after they were refused service. A 40 year old female victim was viciously assaulted by the pair over several minutes causing serious injuries. Members of the Winnipeg Police Service responded, however, the suspects fled. Members of the Division 11 Crime Unit began an investigation. As a result, two suspects, a male and female, were identified.  On June 29, 2016 officers arrested both suspects. Donald LOUPELLE, 44-years-old, of Winnipeg was charged with:  - Aggravated Assault LOUPELLE was remanded in custody. Kayla Charmaine FIDDLER, 24-years-old, of Winnipeg was charged with: - Aggravated Assault - Fail to Comply Conditions Recognizance x 4 As well, Fiddler was charged with Assault Cause Bodily Harm in relation to circumstances surrounding her arrest. The victim in this instance was her co-accused: Loupelle. Fiddler was also remanded in custody.     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.

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Wednesday, June 29, 2016   Residential Break and Enter Arrests – R16-48687 After a lengthy investigation, Winnipeg Police have arrested two individuals in relation to a string of residential break-ins occurring over the past year. On June 28, 2016 police arrested: Stuart Bruce FRITZLEY, 31-years, of Winnipeg has been charged with: - Break and Enter x 11 - Possess Property Obtained by Crime - Possess Break-in Instruments - Drive Disqualified Stefani Eileen COTE, 24-years, of Winnipeg has been charged with: - Break and Enter x 12 - Possess Property Obtained by Crime - Possess Break-in Instruments - Fail to Comply Conditions of Recognizance x 3 - Drive Disqualified Both accused were remanded into custody. The investigation was headed by the East District Crime Unit. It concerned break-ins primarily in the East District area, but ultimately spanned incidents throughout the city. This investigation is ongoing by members of the East District Crime Unit. Anyone with information that may assist investigators is asked to call 204-986-2857 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.

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Tuesday, June 28, 2016     MISSING PERSON – Hirenkumar (Herry) PATEL  C16-132812    The Winnipeg Police Service is requesting the public's assistance in locating a missing male, Hirenkumar PATEL, 31-years-old.  This male was last seen on the evening of Sunday, June 26, 2106 in the East Kildonan area of Winnipeg.   PATEL is described as an East Indian male, 5'8" in height, average build, short black hair, and dark eyes described as black.  He was last seen wearing a brown jacket, white t-shirt, black pants, and black shoes.  PATEL may be driving a red 2009 Hyundai Elantra GL, 4-door, Manitoba Plate #: KUSUM.  Hirenkumar PATEL, 31 yrs                            Red Hyundai Elantra (similar vehicle)   The Winnipeg Police Service is concerned for the well-being of PATEL and is asking anyone with information regarding his whereabouts to contact the Winnipeg Police Service Missing Persons Unit at 986-6250.     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.

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Monday, June 27th, 2016 It All Starts With YOU – Help Stop Gangs From Taking Hold Of Our Community! YOU are invited to join us for a Gang Awareness Information Night.  Find out how YOU can help stop the threat of gangs in our communities: When: Tuesday, June 28th, 2016 – 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Where: North Centennial Community Center (90 Sinclair Street) The Winnipeg Police Service, in partnership with the Crime Prevention Branch of the Province of Manitoba and Winnipeg Crime Stoppers, continues to work collaboratively to prevent, deter and reduce gang related offences in our communities. The anti-gang poster promoting community involvement will be highly visible at schools, community centres and various other locations throughout the city. As a community, we must always be proactive when it comes to crime. We are therefore taking action to help keep both guns and gangs out of our communities. This campaign will focus on the following goals: - To better educate the public about the dangers of guns and gangs - Encourage citizens to report any information about illegal guns and gangs - Provide the opportunity for early detection and intervention for young people and divert them from future gang activity - Crime Stoppers will be in attendance. They will be paying double rewards for information on gang members in possession of guns If you have information to share and wish to do so anonymously: Call: 204-786-TIPS (8477) Visit: www.WinnipegCrimeStoppers.Com Text: Send to 27437 (Crimes) Text: TIP 170 (=your message)   Crime Prevention through social development is a long term, planned process of collaboration between police and the community. Creating a Culture of Safety for All!   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.

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Monday, June 27, 2016   Homicide Arrest – C16-128501 As previously released - 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. He has since succumbed to his injuries.      Autopsy results have confirmed that the victim identified as David SANDERSON, 50 years old was assaulted prior to the fire being set.        As a result of an investigation by the Homicide Unit, on June 25, 2016 general patrol officers were able to arrest two suspects in relation to this incident.      - Billy-Joe LINKLATER, 21 years, has been charged with:              Murder – Second Degree              Arson – Disregard for Human Life              Fail to Comply with Probation Order     - Lorie KNOTT, 21 years, has been charged with:              Murder – Second Degree              Arson – Disregard for Human Life       Both accused have been remanded into custody.     Robbery Arrest – C16-131651 Winnipeg Police have arrested an 18-year old male from Winnipeg in relation to two separate violent incidents that occurred during the early morning hours of June 26, 2016.     Devon Charlie COLOMB has been charged with:              Robbery x 2              Utter Threats              Possess Weapon              Mischief Under x 2      At approximately 2:45 a.m. on June 26, 2016 the accused, accompanied by a second suspect (not arrested), confronted a male and female in their thirties in the area of the 100 block of River Avenue. The second suspect, armed with a knife, threatened the female victim.     Without provocation, the second male assaulted the victim and demanded she hand over her purse. The accused and the suspect fled the area. The victim was treated in hospital for non-life-threatening injuries and released.     At approximately 5:40 a.m. Colomb confronted an 18-year-old male in the 400 block of Portage Avenue. The accused threatened the victim with a machete and demanded he turn over his transit pass. The victim complied and was able to escape without injury.     Police were contacted and at approximately 6:00 a.m. Colomb was arrested a short distance away.     Colomb and the co-accused were also linked to two earlier incidents that morning where vehicles were broken into in the 100 block of River Avenue.     This investigation is continuing by members of the West District Crime Unit. Anyone with information that may assist investigators is asked to call 204-986-2877 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.

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Sunday, June 26, 2016         Attempt Abduction – C16-131229 On Saturday June 25, 2016 at approximately 4:00 p.m., an 11 year old male was walking alone in the area of Simpson Avenue and Besant Street when he was approached by an unknown male.     The suspect drove towards and past the victim parking behind him at which time he exited the vehicle and yelled out, "Get in my car now." The victim attempted to run however, the suspect took hold of his right wrist and proceeded to drag him towards his vehicle. The victim began yelling and striking at the suspects arm, eventually breaking free. The victim ran home and notified a parent, who in turn contacted police.     The victim sustained a minor injury due to the incident.     The suspect male/vehicle was last seen turning onto Besant Street. The suspect and vehicle are described as follows:     Aboriginal in appearance, approximately 24 years old, medium build, fair complexion, between 6'3" – 6'6" tall, dark medium length hair, dark thin goatee and moustache, stained/yellowing and missing some teeth. He had a tattoo of a cross on his right forearm area described as white and black in colour with a chain design looping through it. He was wearing a black hoodie with some white on the front, black pants with a hole in the left knee, black shoes with white trim around the sole area and sunglasses.     A newer model black van, tinted windows, possibly a Dodge Caravan with rust on the back and red colouring on the rear bumper.     The investigation is continuing by members of the East District Crime Unit.       Anyone with information regarding the incident or suspect involved are asked to contact Detectives at 204-986-2857 or Crime Stoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477).           Update - Homicide Investigation Arrests – C16-129347 As previously released -On June 23, 2016 at approximately 3:05 a.m., emergency personnel responded to reports of an injured male inside a suite located in the 400 block of Furby Street.      James Edsel TUCKER, 45 years old was found stabbed in the upper body and transported to hospital in critical condition. He succumbed to his injuries.      Martin Archie FLETT, 22 years old and more recently Joshua EVANS, 24 years old have been charged with 2nd Degree Murder, Robbery with Firearm x 2, Kidnapping with Firearm, Sexual Assault, Assault with a Weapon and other weapon related offences due to their alleged involvement.       The investigation has revealed that the pair attended to the 400 block of Furby Street to purchase drugs when they first encountered a 37 year old male resident. The suspects were armed and for a period of time, the 37 year old victim was seriously assaulted.     Sometime later, the victim was forced into his suite when the suspects encountered victim James TUCKER. A confrontation erupted resulting in TUCKER being stabbed. The suspects fled and police were notified.       The investigation continued by members of the Homicide Unit.     Both FLETT and EVANS have been remanded into custody.         Arson Arrests – C16-131303 On June 25, 2016 at approximately 5:15 p.m., two male youth were walking in the River Heights area when they proceeded to light several separate fires involving trash bins. The incidents occurred near the following locations:     700 block of Cambridge Street 700 block of Cambridge Street 1200 block of Grant Avenue 1500 block of Corydon Avenue Grant Avenue and Nathaniel Street     Damage is estimated at approximately $1000.00     Responding Patrol members observed one male youth fleeing who was arrested and taken into custody. The second suspect was arrested later a short distance away.     A 13 year old male and 14 year old male are facing the following charges:     Arson Causing Damage to Property x 5 Possession of Incendiary Material     Both were released on a Promise to Appear.    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.

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Sunday, June 26, 2016   Update - Please be advised that Diane Johnson has been located safely. Thank you for your assistance.       Missing Person – Diane JOHNSON C16-130275 The Winnipeg Police Service is requesting the public's assistance in locating a missing 60 year old female, Diane JOHNSON.     JOHNSON was last seen on Friday, June 24th at 9:30 a.m. in the area of St. James near Polo Park.     JOHNSON is described as Caucasian, 5'3" tall, medium build, salt and pepper shoulder length hair. JOHNSON was last seen wearing a baby blue t-shirt and carrying a black backpack.     Police are concerned for JOHNSON'S well-being and are asking anyone with information regarding her whereabouts is asked to contact the Winnipeg Police Service Missing Persons Unit at 204-986-6250.   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.

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Saturday, June 25, 2016   ***UPDATED LOCATION LAST SEEN***   Missing Person – Diane JOHNSON C16-130275 The Winnipeg Police Service is requesting the public's assistance in locating a missing 60 year old female, Diane JOHNSON. JOHNSON was last seen on Friday, June 24th at 9:30 a.m. in the area of St. James near Polo Park. JOHNSON is described as Caucasian, 5'3" tall, medium build, salt and pepper shoulder length hair. JOHNSON was last seen wearing a baby blue t-shirt and carrying a black backpack.   Police are concerned for JOHNSON'S well-being and are asking anyone with information regarding her whereabouts is asked to contact the Winnipeg Police Service Missing Persons Unit at 204-986-6250.   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.

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Saturday, June 25, 2016           Update – Missing Persons Located / Parental Abduction Investigation Arrest –   C16-127423     Children Safe - Mother in Custody     The Winnipeg Police Service is very pleased to acknowledge that Montana and Josh GIESBRECHT are now in care and safe as of yesterday, early evening. Sandra GIESBRECHT is also in custody and being processed accordingly.     Previously, the Winnipeg Police Service requested the public's assistance in locating, Sandra GIESBRECHT and her missing children, Montana and Josh GIESBRECHT.  They were last seen in the area of St. James on the evening of Monday, June 20, 2016.      Since that time members of the Winnipeg Police Service Missing Persons Unit have worked tirelessly to locate them.     On June 22, 2016, a Canada-wide warrant was issued for two counts of Abduction for the arrest of Sandra GIESBRECHT.     On June 24, 2016, officers acting on information, attended to the area of Amherst Street where Sandra was observed operating a Ford Expedition. Efforts to safely stop and contain the vehicle were made however, GIESBRECHT refused to comply, initiating a brief pursuit.     At approximately 5:25 p.m., GIESBRECHT and her children abandoned the vehicle at the rear of the first 100 block of Deer Lodge Place and fled on foot. Moments later, Sandra GIESBRECHT was arrested and her children were taken into care uninjured due to the efforts of the Missing Persons Unit, Child Abuse Unit and Patrol members.     Sandra GIESBRECHT, 44 years oldhas been charged with the following due to her alleged involvement:     Abduction Where No Custody Order x 2 Flight while Pursued by Peace Officer     She has been remanded into custody.       ****************************************************************************************************     The Winnipeg Police Service would like to sincerely thank our great community for their relentless support during this challenging investigation. We truly cannot effectively do our job without the support from members of the public, media and our partners in the community.     Thank you.             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.

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Saturday, June 25, 2016     Missing Person – Diane JOHNSON C16-130275 The Winnipeg Police Service is requesting the public's assistance in locating a missing 60 year old female, Diane JOHNSON. JOHNSON was last seen on Friday, June 24th at 9:30 a.m. in the area of St. James near Crestview in the City of Winnipeg. JOHNSON is described as Caucasian, 5'3" tall, medium build, salt and pepper shoulder length hair. JOHNSON was last seen wearing a baby blue t-shirt and carrying a black backpack.     Police are concerned for JOHNSON'S well-being and are asking anyone with information regarding her whereabouts to contact the Winnipeg Police Service Missing Persons Unit at 204-986-6250.   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.

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Friday, June 24, 2016         Male Wanted – Aggravated Assault Investigation – C16-126313 On June 19, 2016 at approximately 2:20 a.m., a male and female suspect attended a hotel located in the 500 block of Main Street. While there, they confronted a staff member after they were refused service.     A 40 year old female victim was viciously assaulted by the pair over several minutes causing serious injuries.     Members of the Winnipeg Police Service responded however the suspects fled. Members of the Division 11 Crime Unit continued to investigate. As a result, a male identified as Donald "Rocky" LOUPELLE, 44 years old is currently wanted for aggravated assault.     He is described as Caucasian, 5'7" tall, 143 pounds, medium build, dark wavy hair, facial hair and brown eyes.                      A female in her 20's is also being sought by police who was in the company of LOUPELLE and participated in the assault. She is described as Aboriginal in appearance, 5'9" tall, 172 pounds, medium build, dark hair and brown eyes.     Anyone with further information regarding the suspects involved and their whereabouts, please contact Detectives at 204-986-6668 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.

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Friday, June 24, 2016   Fire Update – Homicide Investigation – C16-128501 As previously released - 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. He has since succumbed to his injuries.    Autopsy results have confirmed that the victim identified as David SANDERSON, 50 years old was assaulted prior to the fire being set.      Anyone who may have had contact with SANDERSON during the evening of June 21, 2016 and into the early morning hours of June 22, 2016 is asked to contact investigators immediately. It has been determined that SANDERSON was in the area of Main Street between Dufferin Avenue and Selkirk Avenue during this time frame.    SANDERSON is described as an Aboriginal male, 6'0" tall, 150 pounds, thin build, long hair in a ponytail and wearing a dark coloured t-shirt and jeans.      Members of the Homicide Unit continue to investigate. Anyone with further information regarding this investigation is asked to contact investigators at 204-986-6508 or Crime Stoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477).       Update - Homicide Investigation – C16-129347 As previously released - On June 23, 2016 at approximately 3:05 a.m., emergency personnel responded to reports of an injured male inside a suite located in the 400 block of Furby Street.    James Edsel TUCKER, 45 years old was found stabbed in the upper body and transported to hospital in critical condition. He succumbed to his injuries.    Martin Archie FLETT, 22 years old has been charged with 2nd Degree Murder, including several other serious charges due to his alleged involvement.    Members of the Homicide Unit continue to investigate. Anyone with further details that may assist Detectives 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.