News Release - Winnipeg Police Service

Friday, June 15, 2018  *Corrections have been made   Weapons & Drugs – Arrests: R18-34709   In June, 2018, officers from the Winnipeg Police Service Drug Enforcement Unit initiated an investigation into drug trafficking activities of  2 Winnipeg males.   On June 13, 2018, search warrants were executed on 2 residences, 1 in the Assiniboine Park neighbourhood and 1 in Windsor Park.   As a result of the searches police seized:  - Cocaine with a street value of $2400  - Marihuana with a street value of $300  - Approximatley $30,000 in Canadian currency  - 2 non-resticted firearms  - 2 restricted handguns  - Packaging material  - 1 kilogram of suspected bath salts   Marjan PERIC, 33, has been charged with 20 offences related to firearms and weapons possession, proceeds of crime and trafficking cocaine.   He was detained in custody.   A 34-year-old male will be charged with numerous offences related to firearms, weapons and proceeds of crime.   He was released on a Promise to Appear.  For further information contact either:    Constable Rob Carver, Public Information Officer    Constable Jay Murray, Public Information Officer    Constable Tammy Skrabek, 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.

News Release - Winnipeg Police Service

Friday, June 15, 2018     Weapons & Drugs – Arrests: R18-34709    In June, 2018, officers from the Winnipeg Police Service Drug Enforcement Unit initiated an investigation into drug trafficking activities of  2 Winnipeg males. On June 13, 2018, search warrants were executed on 2 residences, 1 in the Assiniboine Park neighbourhood and 1 in Windsor Park. As a result of the searches police seized:  - Cocaine with a street value of $2400  - Marihuana with a street value of $300  - Approximatley $30,000 in Canadian currency  - 2 non-resticted firearms  - 2 restricted handguns - 350 rounds of ammunition  - Packaging material  - 1 kilogram of suspected bath salts       Maran PERIC, 33, has been charged with 20 offences related to firearms and weapons possession, proceeds of crime and trafficking cocaine. He was detained in custody. A 34-year-old male was with numerous offences related to firearms, weapons and proceeds of crime. He was released on a Promise to Appear.  For further information contact either: Constable Rob Carver, Public Information Officer Constable Jay Murray, Public Information Officer Constable Tammy Skrabek, 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.

News Release - Winnipeg Police Service

Wednesday, June 13, 2018     Fraud - Arrests: R17-15193 In July 2015, a 28-year-old male responded to an advertisement for an apartment rental in the Sandy Hill area of Ottawa. The victim received a response from a person who advised the apartment for rent. The victim was asked to a security deposit in advance and sent it via e-Transfers. Once the e-Transfers were received by the suspect there was no further communication.       In August 2015, a 27-year-old male responded to an online advertisement for an apartment rental in the Sandy Hill area of Ottawa.  The victim received a response from a person who advised that the apartment for rent and requested a security deposit in advance. The sent the money via e-transfers and once the money was received by the suspect there was no further communication.     In August 2015, a 29-year-old female placed an advertisement online looking for an apartment to rent in Ottawa Ontario.  She received a response and was advised that an apartment in the Sandy Hill area of Ottawa was available. The victim was requested to pay two months rent in advance before receiving the keys or viewing the apartment. She sent two separate e-Transfers to the seller who then cut off communication with the victim.     In August 2015, a 51-year-old male responded to an online advertisement for an apartment rental in Banff Alberta. The victim received a response from a person who advised they had an apartment for rent and requested two months' rent in advance. The victim sent the money via e-Transfers. Once the transfer was received by the suspect there was no further communication.       In September 2015, a 22-year-old female responded to an online advertisement for an apartment rental in Banff Alberta.   The victim received a response indicating the apartment was available. She was requested to make a payment in advance and sent an e-Transfer to the advertiser. Once the e-transfer was received by the advertiser communication ended.     In August of 2015, a 24-year-old female responded to an advertisement online for an apartment rental in Banff Alberta. The victim received a response from a person who advised they had an apartment for rent and requested two months rent in advance. The victim sent the money via e-Transfers. Once the e-transfers were received by the suspect there was no further communication.       The Banff RCMP, Ottawa Police, and the Winnipeg Police Service Financial Crime Unit entered into an investigation and were able to identify two suspects, both residing in Winnipeg.     On June 7, 2018, a 41-year-old female of Winnipeg was arrested for Fraud Under $5000. She was released on a Promise to Appear.     On June 12, 2018, a43-year-old female of Winnipeg was arrested for Fraud Under $5000 X6 and released on a Promise to Appear.     The Winnipeg Police Financial Crime Unit continues to investigate the involvement of other persons involved in this Fraud Scheme.Anyone with information that may assist investigators is asked to call 204-986-6231 or Crime Stoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477).     Citizens are cautioned that when transacting business online to avoid, as much as possible, dealing with people anonymously.  Ask questions, request further info that only legitimate people could have such as additional photos of the item or property. The larger the transaction the more diligent you should be. For further information contact either:    Constable Rob Carver, Public Information Officer    Constable Jay Murray, Public Information Officer    Constable Tammy Skrabek, 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.

News Release - Winnipeg Police Service

Wednesday, June 13, 2018     Missing Person Investigation – Update: C18-117917    The Winnipeg Police Service continues to request the public's assistance with locating a missing 59-year-old male, Eduardo Balaquit. He was known to be in the area of the 300 block of Keewatin St. on the evening of Monday, June 4, 2018. Members of the Homicide Unit have taken charge of the investigation and believe that Eduardo was the victim of a crime. Eduardo is approximately 5'4" in height, 155 lbs in weight and has a medium build. He is Asian in appearance and has black hair/brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a black zip-up sweater, black pants and black shoes. Eduardo's Dodge Caravan was located in the 300 block of Keewatin St. on June 5. Extensive police resources have been deployed in the search for Mr. Balaquit aided by family, friends and various community groups. Investigators have now expanded the search beyond the city limits, specifically, into the area around Arborg, Manitoba. Police are requesting that residents and businesses check their properties and outbuildings as well as consider reporting anything suspicious that may have occurred during the evening of Monday, June 4, 2018. Investigators request that if anything suspicious is located that nothing be touched and the area not be disturbed. Instead the public is asked to call investigators at the number below. The Winnipeg Police Service is asking anyone with information regarding Mr. Balaquit's whereabouts to contact the Winnipeg Police Service Homicide Unit at 204-986-6508 or Crimestoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477). We are also asking any businesses or individuals to contact investigators at 204-986-6508 if they have video surveillance in or around the 300 block of Keewatin Street and have not yet spoken with police. For further information contact either: Constable Rob Carver, Public Information Officer Constable Jay Murray, Public Information Officer Constable Tammy Skrabek, 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.

News Release - Winnipeg Police Service

Correction:   Tuesday, June 12, 2018 Community Notification The Manitoba Integrated High-Risk Sex Offender Unit (MIHRSOU) is a joint forces unit of the Winnipeg Police Service and the RCMP. MIHRSOU today provides information regarding Winston George THOMAS, 41 years of age, a convicted sex offender who is considered a high risk to re-offend in a sexual and/or sexually violent manner against all females, both adults and children. THOMAS was released from Headingley Correctional Centre, Manitoba on June 11, 2018, after having served approximately 5 months for breaching the curfew condition of his Probation Order. THOMAS is expected to take up residence in Winnipeg. Upon release, THOMAS will be subject to supervised probation until December 14, 2020. He will also be subject to a lifetime weapons prohibition order. THOMAS has a history of sexual and violent offences. Although he participated in some treatment programming in the past, THOMAS is still considered a high risk to re-offend in a sexual and/or sexually violent manner. All females, both adults, and children are at risk. Background information: Winston George THOMAS is a 41-year-old male with a lengthy criminal record including convictions for two counts of sexual assault, break enter and commit sexual assault, aggravated assault, four counts of assault, assault peace officer and numerous breaches of probation and recognizance orders. THOMAS' conviction for sexual assault in 2008 was committed against a 13-year-old female. He was sentenced to 2 years less one day (in addition to one-year pre-sentence custody) and supervised probation for 3 years. In 2006, THOMAS was convicted of sexual assault involving an adult female. He was sentenced to two months (in addition to 3.5 months of pre-sentence custody). In 2003, THOMAS was convicted of break enter and commit sexual assault in which he broke into a females' residence and sexually assaulted the victim. THOMAS was sentenced to 14 months (in addition to 5 months pre-sentence custody) and 3 years supervised probation. THOMAS has also been convicted of aggravated assault, assault and breaching probation and recognizance orders. THOMAS was released from Headingley Correctional Institution, Manitoba on June 11, 2018. Upon release, THOMAS will be subject to a supervised probation order until December 14, 2020, with conditions, including: : prohibit the consumption of alcohol, non-prescription drugs, other intoxicants, hairspray, gas or glue; impose a curfew of 11:00 pm – 7:00 am and require compliance with curfew checks require that he attend, participate and complete all assessments, treatments, programming, and counseling as directed by probation officer prohibited from owning, possession or carrying a weapon. THOMAS is also subject to a lifetime weapons prohibition order. While incarcerated, THOMAS participated in some sex offender programming but is still considered a high risk to re-offend in a sexual and/or sexually violent manner against all females, both adults, and children. THOMAS is expected to take up residence in Winnipeg, Manitoba. This information is provided to enable members of the public to take suitable measures to protect themselves. Any form of vigilante activity or other unreasonable conduct directed at Winston George THOMAS will not be tolerated. If you have information about Mr. THOMAS, please call the Manitoba Integrated High-Risk Sex Offender Unit at (204) 984-1888. You may also contact the Winnipeg Police Service at (204) 986-6222, your local RCMP Detachment, or Manitoba Crime Stoppers at (204) 786-8477 or toll-free at 1-800-222-8477. For media inquiries, please contact the Winnipeg Police Service Public Information Officer at (204) 986-3061. This information is also displayed on the Manitoba Justice Sex Offender Website: www.gov.mb.ca/justice/notification   www.winnipeg.ca/police/TakeAction/docs/brochure/personal_safety_sexual_assault.pdf www.winnipeg.ca/police/TakeAction/docs/brochure/streetproofing_children.pdf For further information contact either:    Constable Rob Carver, Public Information Officer    Constable Jay Murray, Public Information Officer    Constable Tammy Skrabek, 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.

News Release - Winnipeg Police Service

Tuesday June 12, 2018       Update: Missing Persons: Daveena KISSACK –  C18-85802     Daveena KISSACK has been safely located.     Previously Released: The Winnipeg Police Service is requesting the public's assistance in locating 17-year-old Daveena KISSACK.  Daveena was last seen April 27, 2018 in the North End of Winnipeg. She is described as Caucasian, 5'5, thin build with Blonde hair and blue eyes. She has a piercing between her eyes on the bridge of her nose. She was last seen wearing a grey hoodie, black sweats and white flip flops.     The Winnipeg Police Service is concerned for Daveena's well-being and is asking anyone with information regarding her whereabouts to contact the Winnipeg Police Service Missing Persons Unit at 204-986-6250 or Crimestoppers.  For further information contact either:    Constable Rob Carver, Public Information Officer    Constable Jay Murray, Public Information Officer    Constable Tammy Skrabek, 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.

News Release - Winnipeg Police Service

Tuesday, June 12, 2018 Community Notification The Manitoba Integrated High-Risk Sex Offender Unit (MIHRSOU) is a joint forces unit of the Winnipeg Police Service and the RCMP. MIHRSOU today provides information regarding Winston George THOMAS, 41 years of age, a convicted sex offender who is considered a high risk to re-offend in a sexual and/or sexually violent manner against all females, both adults and children. THOMAS was released from Headingley Correctional Centre, Manitoba on June 11, 2018, after having served approximately 5 months for breaching the curfew condition of his Probation Order. THOMAS is expected to take up residence in Winnipeg. Upon release, THOMAS will be subject to supervised probation until December 14, 2020. He will also be subject to a lifetime weapons prohibition order. THOMAS has a history of sexual and violent offences. Although he participated in some treatment programming in the past, THOMAS is still considered a high risk to re-offend in a sexual and/or sexually violent manner. All females, both adults, and children are at risk. Background information: Winston George THOMAS is a 41-year-old male with a lengthy criminal record including convictions for two counts of sexual assault, break enter and commit sexual assault, aggravated assault, four counts of assault, assault peace officer and numerous breaches of probation and recognizance orders. THOMAS' conviction for sexual assault in 2008 was committed against a 13-year-old female. He was sentenced to 2 years less one day (in addition to one-year pre-sentence custody) and supervised probation for 3 years. In 2006, THOMAS was convicted of sexual assault involving an adult female. He was sentenced to two months (in addition to 3.5 months of pre-sentence custody). In 2003, THOMAS was convicted of break enter and commit sexual assault in which he broke into a females' residence and sexually assaulted the victim. THOMAS was sentenced to 14 months (in addition to 5 months pre-sentence custody) and 3 years supervised probation. THOMAS has also been convicted of aggravated assault, assault and breaching probation and recognizance orders. THOMAS was released from Headingley Correctional Institution, Manitoba on June 11, 2018. Upon release, THOMAS will be subject to a supervised probation order until December 14, 2020, with conditions, including: : prohibit the consumption of alcohol, non-prescription drugs, other intoxicants, hairspray, gas or glue; impose a curfew of 11:00 pm – 7:00 am and require compliance with curfew checks require that he attend, participate and complete all assessments, treatments, programming, and counseling as directed by probation officer prohibited from owning, possession or carrying a weapon. THOMAS is also subject to a lifetime weapons prohibition order. While incarcerated, THOMAS participated in some sex offender programming but is still considered a high risk to re-offend in a sexual and/or sexually violent manner against all females, both adults, and children. THOMAS is expected to take up residence in Winnipeg, Manitoba. This information is provided to enable members of the public to take suitable measures to protect themselves. Any form of vigilante activity or other unreasonable conduct directed at Michael James FELLS will not be tolerated. If you have information about Mr. FELLS, please call the Manitoba Integrated High-Risk Sex Offender Unit at (204) 984-1888. You may also contact the Winnipeg Police Service at (204) 986-6222, your local RCMP Detachment, or Manitoba Crime Stoppers at (204) 786-8477 or toll-free at 1-800-222-8477. For media inquiries, please contact the Winnipeg Police Service Public Information Officer at (204) 986-3061. This information is also displayed on the Manitoba Justice Sex Offender Website: www.gov.mb.ca/justice/notification   www.winnipeg.ca/police/TakeAction/docs/brochure/personal_safety_sexual_assault.pdf www.winnipeg.ca/police/TakeAction/docs/brochure/streetproofing_children.pdf For further information contact either:    Constable Rob Carver, Public Information Officer    Constable Jay Murray, Public Information Officer    Constable Tammy Skrabek, 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.