Homicide – Investigation: C22-221461
On September 24, 2022, at 1:19 a.m., Central District General Patrol units and the Tactical Support Team responded to a vendor in the 1100 block of Arlington Street for a report of an assault.
Upon arrival, officers located a seriously injured male and began emergency medical care. The male was transported to a hospital in critical condition, where he was pronounced deceased.
The victim has since been identified as Enrique George Courchene, a 29-year-old male of Winnipeg.
This investigation is continuing by members of the Homicide Unit. Anyone with information that may assist investigators is asked to call 204-986-6508 or Crime Stoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477).
Weapons – Arrest: C22-221342
On September 23, 2022, at approximately 10:00 p.m., a Central District Foot Patrol unit was patrolling near the Millennium Library when they heard an argument in front of the building.
As they approached, they observed a male produce a can of bear spray and discharge it at three people sitting on a bench. The suspect walked away briefly but returned and discharged the can again.
He then walked away from officers, who took him into custody and seized the bear spray along with a knife. As he was being arrested, the three people that had been sprayed fled the area without speaking to police.
A 14-year-old male of Winnipeg is facing charges of:
– Possession of a Weapon (x2)
– Fail to…