On April 2, 2022, at approximately 2:15 a.m., Winnipeg Police North District General Patrol Officers responded to Selkirk Street and Parr Avenue for a report of an injured elderly male. Witnesses reported the victim had been assaulted by several suspects, one armed with a machete. The victim was located lying on the ground suffering severe facial trauma due to the attack. He was transported to hospital in stable condition.
With the assistance of Air1 and a K9 unit, officers were able to locate the suspects at a nearby home.
Zachias Bob Thunder BLACK, 20, and a 16-year-old male were charged with Aggravated Assault and Possess Weapon.
Constable Jay Murray, Public Information Officer
Constable Dani McKinnon, Public Information Officer
Constable Claude Chancy, Public Information Officer
Kelly Dehn, Manager of Public Affairs
Office: 204-986-3061
E-mail: WPS-PIO@winnipeg.ca