Weapons – Arrest: C22-221342

Released: September 24, 2022 at 8 a.m.

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On September 23, 2022, at approximately 10:00 p.m., a Central District Foot Patrol unit was patrolling near the Millennium Library when they heard an argument in front of the building.

As they approached, they observed a male produce a can of bear spray and discharge it at three people sitting on a bench. The suspect walked away briefly but returned and discharged the can again.

He then walked away from officers, who took him into custody and seized the bear spray along with a knife. As he was being arrested, the three people that had been sprayed fled the area without speaking to police.

A 14-year-old male of Winnipeg is facing charges of:

- Possession of a Weapon (x2)
- Fail to Comply with Condition of Undertaking (x3)

He was released on an Undertaking (as mandated by the Criminal Code).

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