Robbery – Arrest: C22-81250

Released: April 21, 2022 at 8 a.m.

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On April 20, 2022, at approximately 11:00 p.m., the Winnipeg Police Service responded to a report of a person who was robbed at knifepoint in the area of the Millennium Library.

A victim in his 30s immediately ran to the safety of the Winnipeg Police Service Headquarters, where he reported the robbery and the theft of his cellular phone. The victim suffered no injuries as a result of the robbery.

Shortly thereafter, Central District officers located and arrested a male suspect at the intersection of Edmonton Street and Graham Avenue. Officers discovered and seized the knife used during the robbery upon searching the suspect.

A 28-year-old man from Winnipeg is facing the following charges:

  • Robbery
  • Possession of a Weapon

He was released on an Appearance Notice.

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