This media release contains details that may be disturbing to members of the public, particularly those families directly impacted by matters involving Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, Two-Spirit, and Gender Diverse people.
Update:
The Winnipeg Police Service’s Sex Crimes Unit continues to investigate the attempted murder of a 27-year-old female victim, which occurred over a significant period at a residence on Carlton Street on December 10.
On December 22, 2023, at approximately 2:10 p.m., Central General Patrol officers assisted by members of the Tactical Support Team attended the 100 block of Marion Street for an unrelated matter, located 27-year-old Romeo Chris MILES, and arrested him without incident on the strength of the warrant in his name.
MILES has been charged with Robbery, Forcible Confinement, and Fail to Comply with Condition of Release Order x 2.
He was detained in custody.
The Winnipeg Police Service continues to request public assistance in locating the two outstanding suspects and asks the public to immediately contact 911 if they have information about the location of the following two individuals. These individuals are wanted on arrest warrants obtained by the WPS Sex Crimes Unit:
Joey Michael AUDY, 35 years old – Wanted for Attempt to Commit Murder, Assault Cause Bodily Harm, Uttering Threats, Robbery, and Forcible Confinement.
Evelyn Marie MCKAY, 40 years old – Wanted for Robbery and Forcible Confinement.
The public should not approach these individuals. The assistance of the media in distributing this release is appreciated.
Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of these individuals is asked to call 911, Sex Crimes Unit investigators at 204-986-6245, Crime Stoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477), or online at winnipegcrimestoppers.org.
As previously released:
On December 10, 2023, at approximately 4:10 p.m., officers responded to a Winnipeg hospital regarding the report of an assault where an adult female was being examined and treated for numerous physical injuries.
It was reported to WPS investigators that a 27-year-old female was forced to attend a location on Carlton Street where she was physically assaulted, resulting in her losing consciousness, and that she was bound for a significant period of time.
It was further reported to WPS investigators that the suspects eventually forced the female, who was still restrained, into a dumpster, where she was abandoned. Her screams for help were heard when she was assisted and freed.
Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of these individuals is asked to call 911, investigators at 204-986-6245 or Crime Stoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477).