The WPS Community Support Units work to reduce and prevent criminal activity that affects our local neighborhoods. By connecting with the city’s communities and taking proactive action, community officers aim to build relationships and safer communities.
R25-32449
In June, the Winnipeg Police Service became aware of community concerns around suspected drug activity in the Centennial neighbourhood. The Central District Community Support Unit, with assistance from the Guns & Gangs Unit, began a drug investigation in this area.
On June 23, 2025, with the assistance of the Tactical Support Team, a search warrant was executed at a residence in the 500 block of Elgin Avenue. Four people were arrested and the following items were seized:
- cocaine and crack with an estimated street value of $1,200
- drug paraphernalia and packaging materials
- Glock style BB gun and Smith & Wesson BB guns
- $410 in proceeds of crime money
A 37-year-old man, and three women (ages 31, 37 and 42), are facing drug trafficking charges and were all released on Undertakings.
C25-147756
On June 30, just before 10:00 p.m., Central District Community Support officers were proactively patrolling in the Daniel McIntyre neighbourhood when they conducted a traffic stop at McGee/Wellington.
Observing signs of drug activity, police placed the driver under arrest and while attempting to handcuff him, he tried to break free and threw a bag of drugs that he was holding on to. Police took the man into custody and the following items were seized as part of the investigation:
- 5 grams of cocaine (estimated street value of $500)
- $1,170 in Canadian cash
- cell phones
Tyler Jordan SAWATSKY (26) was charged with possessing cocaine for the purpose of trafficking and possessing proceeds of crime. He was detained in custody.