Public assistance requested in identifying arson suspects: C24-185749

Released: June 11, 2026 at 8:59 a.m.

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The Major Crimes Unit continues to investigate an arson that occurred on August 11, 2024, at a grocery store in the 1000 block of Main Street. Just before 12:30 a.m., two male suspects carrying jerry cans of gas entered the store and poured gas throughout. A store employee interrupted them and removed them before they were able to ignite the fire. The Major Crimes Unit is seeking public assistance in identifying the following males:

Image of suspect #1 below:

Arson Suspect #1

Described as:

  • Male
  • Mid-30s
  • Indigenous
  • Average height/ build
  • Shaved or buzz-cut hair
  • Tattoo visible on the back of his right hand
  • Black t-shirt with a red long-sleeve shirt underneath

Image of suspect #2 below:

Arson Suspect #2

Described as:

  • Male
  • 35-40 years old
  • Average height/build
  • Hairstyle - short/shave on top with fade on the side, goatee
  • Black hoodie with writing on the sleeves and a mask and sword logo on the front

Anyone with information that could assist in identifying the suspects is asked to contact the Major Crimes Unit at 204-986-6219 or anonymously through Crime Stoppers 204-786-TIPS or winnipegcrimestoppers.org

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