News Release - Winnipeg Police Service

Thursday, October 13, 2016             Assault with a Weapon Arrests - C16-212914 On October 11, 2016 at approximately 3:00 p.m., a 24 year old male attended to a residence located in the 600 block of Cathedral Avenue where a group was socializing.     It was at this time multiple suspects produced weapons preventing the victim from leaving.     The victim was forced to the ground while in the lower level of the home. A BB style gun was produced and discharged, striking the victim numerous times. A shotgun was also pointed in the direction of the victim, however not fired. He was robbed of various personal items.     The suspects restrained the victim and over a period of time he was viciously assaulted, causing an array of injuries.     The suspects eventually drove the victim north of the city, leaving him injured and inappropriately dressed for the weather.     The victim managed to attend a nearby business at which time police were notified. He was conveyed to hospital and treated for numerous injuries. He is in stable condition.     On October 12, 2016 at approximately 6:00 a.m., members of the Winnipeg Police Service conducted a traffic stop near the 600 block of Cathedral Avenue and took three male suspects into custody. After searching the vehicle, officers seized drugs, a loaded modified shotgun and property belonging to the victim.       Members of the Tactical Support Team utilizing ARV1, with the support of patrol members, secured the area in and around the residence on Cathedral Avenue. Over a period of time, several occupants were effectively and safely removed from the home.     Leopoldo AQUINO, 40 years, Reginald DESJARLAIS, 26 years, Wade HOLHAUSER, 24 years and Amber ROBERTS 31 years have been charged with numerous offences due to their alleged involvement. Some of which include:       Forcible Confinement   Armed Robbery using a Restricted Firearm or Prohibited   Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm   Possession of a Loaded Prohibited or Restricted Firearm   Use of Firearm during Commission of an Indictable Offence   Careless Use of Firearm, Weapon Prohibited Device or Ammunition   Assault with a Weapon   Pointing a Firearm   Possession of a Weapon   Overcome Resistance by Attempting to Choke, Suffocate or Strangle another Person   Several drug related offences     The investigation is continuing by members of the Major Crimes Unit.             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.