On January 19, 2023, at approximately 6:30 p.m., Central District Community Support Unit officers arrested a male possessing a sawed-off shotgun and ammunition in the 300 block of Blake Street.
Officers patrolled the area in response to the area resident's concern about gang-related crime. They observed a male walking down a back lane, carrying a duffle bag with a gun barrel sticking out. As the officers approached, he fled on foot. After a short foot pursuit, police safely took him into custody and seized a firearm.
Roy Roland George BRASS (41) of Winnipeg was charged with the following offences:
- Possession of a Firearm Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized
- Possession of a Prohibited or Restricted Firearm with Ammunition
- Possession of Firearm, Restricted/Prohibited Weapon or Ammunition Contrary to Prohibition Order
- Carrying Concealed Weapon Prohibited Device or Ammunition
He was detained in custody.