Weapons – Arrest: C22-187701

Released: August 19, 2022 at 8 a.m.

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On August 18, 2022, at approximately 7:45 p.m., members of the Property Crimes Unit observed a wanted adult male operating a bicycle in breach of the Highway Traffic Act (HTA) westbound Wellington Crescent approaching Cambridge Street.

Officers attempted to stop the male; however, he fled on the bicycle. After a short pursuit, officers arrested the male without incident and placed him in custody.

The male was found to be in possession of the following items:

- American Classic BB Airsoft pistol
- Canister of bear spray

Dillon Alfred BALLANTYNE, 27, of Winnipeg, is charged with the following offences:

- Possession of a Weapon x 2
- Possession of a Firearm, Restricted/Prohibited Weapon or Ammunition Contrary to Prohibition Order x 2
- Carrying Concealed Weapon Prohibited Device or Ammunition x 2
- Operate a bicycle on a sidewalk with a rear wheel diameter larger than 410 mm (HTA)
- Warrant (Unlawfully at Large)

He was detained in custody.

Constable Jay Murray, Public Information Officer
Constable Dani McKinnon, Public Information Officer
Constable Claude Chancy, Public Information Officer
Kelly Dehn, Manager of Public Affairs

Office: 204-986-3061
E-mail: WPS-PIO@winnipeg.ca

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