Robbery with Firearm – Investigation: C24-258607

Released: November 17, 2024 at 3:13 p.m.

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Update:

On November 16, 2024, the Winnipeg Police Service issued a media release about a robbery with a firearm. In this release police were seeking public assistance to locate a stolen vehicle:

  • Blue 2011 Chevy Cruze LT Turbo
  • Licence Plate: LJS 195

Thanks to the public response, this vehicle was located later that day. 

The investigation is continuing by the Major Crimes Unit. The firearm remains outstanding

If you have any information, contact investigators at 204-986-6219 or anonymously at Crime Stoppers 204-786-TIPS or winnipegcrimestoppers.org

As previously released:

On November 4, 2024, officers from the Central District responded to the report of a robbery involving a firearm.

The victim in this matter, a 20 year-old-male, reported that at approximately 12:00 a.m. (November 4th) he attended a residence in the 300 block of Selkirk Avenue to meet a female he had been communicating with over social media.

Upon entering the residence, he was surrounded by a group of unknown males who were armed with a gun and baseball bats.

The victim was tied up, assaulted, and had his personal belongings stolen, including his car keys and vehicle.

  • Blue 2011 Chevy Cruze LT Turbo
  • Manitoba Licence: LJS 195
  • Spare “donut” tire on rear passenger side
  • Dented driver side door
  • Tinted windows

While the suspects were in another room, the victim escaped from his restraints and ran. He was able to get to safety and subsequently reported the incident. He was injured, but did not request medical attention at the time.

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