Robbery – Arrest: C23-171184

Released: July 17, 2023 at 3:48 p.m.

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On July 14, 2023, Central District officers responded to the report of a robbery with a weapon in the downtown area.

At approximately 4:45 p.m., two male youths were in the area of Spence Street and Cumberland Avenue when they verbally confronted a 17-year-old male who was known to them. A 16-year-old female in the victim's company attempted to intervene but was assaulted and pushed away. She did not require medical attention.

As the situation escalated, the suspects brandished a machete and demanded the male victim's property. He turned over his property; however, he was assaulted with the machete causing serious injury to his face. He was transported to hospital in unstable condition and later upgraded to stable condition.

One of the youths was arrested in the 600 block of Langside Street, and the robbery victim's property was recovered.

A 12-year-old male is facing the following charges:

- Robbery

- Aggravated Assault

- Assault

He was released on an Undertaking as mandated by the Criminal Code and turned over to adult custody.

This investigation is continuing by the Major Crimes Unit. Anyone with information can contact 204-986-6219 or Crime Stoppers at 204-786-TIPS or winnipegcrimestoppers.com

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