Police seek public assistance in residential robbery investigation: C26-266708

Released: October 22, 2026 at 1:33 p.m.

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On October 19, 2026, at 11:53 p.m., the Winnipeg Police Service responded to a report of a residential robbery in progress in the 300 block of Lake Ridge Road.

West District General Patrol officers attended and spoke with four elderly residents and learned that approximately four suspects forced entry through the rear door of the residence. The suspects were wearing face coverings and were armed with various weapons.

The incident lasted approximately 10 minutes as the suspects searched the residence. During the robbery, one of the suspects entered a bedroom and dragged an elderly woman from her bed onto the floor, causing minor injuries. A purse containing personal property and identification was stolen.

Investigators believe the suspects approached the residence on foot from the area of Lake Ridge Park.

Anyone with information, or who may have dashcam, security, or cell phone video from around the time of the incident, is asked to contact the Major Crimes Unit at 204-986-6219 or anonymously at Crime Stoppers 204-786-TIPS or winnipegcrimestoppers.org.

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