On September 29, 2022, at 3:34 a.m., members of the Winnipeg Police Service responded to the 400 block of Sherbrook Street for a report of a shooting.
Upon arrival, officers located an injured male (in his 50s) outside a residential building. He was subsequently transported to a hospital in critical condition and was later upgraded to stable condition.
It is believed that a group had forced their way into a suite when the victim was sprayed with bear spray and shot.
At 4:38 a.m., members of the Winnipeg Police Service responded to the first 100 block of Westgrove Way for a report of a male armed with a firearm. Bear spray had also been discharged inside a house.
Numerous people, including several small children, were affected by the bear spray but did not require medical attention.
It is believed that a group had forced their way into the residence when a female victim (in her 30s) had a firearm pointed at her, and a demand was made for her property.
At approximately 6:40 a.m., officers still on scene in the first 100 block of Westgrove Way observed a male suspect in the area and took him into custody.
Members of the Major Crimes Unit continued with the matter.
Damian James Tod, an 18-year-old male of Winnipeg, has been charged with:
- Aggravated Assault
- Assault with a Weapon
- Possession of a Weapon (x2)
- Possession of a Firearm Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized
- Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm in Motor Vehicle
- Possession of Firearm, Restricted/Prohibited Weapon or Ammunition Contrary to Prohibition Order (x3)
- Break & Enter with Intent - Dwelling House
He was detained, and both incidents remain under investigation.