November 21, 2019

Winnipeg Police Service Media Release

For Immediate Release

Armed Robbery – Arrest: C19-273129

On November 20, 2019, at 3:45 p.m., Winnipeg Police General Patrol Units responded to a report of an armed robbery occurring at the Liquor Mart located at 850 Keewatin St.

Three male suspects armed with knives had entered the store. While two suspects stole numerous liquor products, another became enraged at staff. This male (suspect #1) assaulted a female employee by striking her in the head. She was able to make her way to safety retreating to an office. As this suspect was exiting the store he approached another employee, and without provocation, seriously assaulted a second female staff member. This victim was knocked unconscious. She was transported to hospital in critical condition. She has since been upgraded to stable.

The three suspects continued to attack and assault patrons in the attached mall. Suspect #1 pushed his way into a business in the mall and demanded money. One employee was assaulted but did not require hospitalization.

After exiting the mall suspect #1 confronted a female in a vehicle with her daughter. He threatened them and attempted to carjack their vehicle but was unsuccessful.

The suspect walked away from the vehicle and then attempted to rob two females of their purses, threatening them with a liquor bottle while they lay on the ground. At this point several people in the area intervened and held the suspect for police.

A 15-year-old male has been charged with:

- Robbery x 6

- Aggravated Assault

- Assault x 3

- Uttering Threats to Cause Death

or Bodily Harm x 6

- Possess Weapon

- Mischief Under $5000

He was detained in custody. Two suspects remain outstanding.

Missing Person – Investigation: C19-273393 - Located

The Winnipeg Police Service is requesting the public's assistance in locating 34-year-old Meghan MILLS.

MILLS was last seen on the evening of November 20 in the WestEnd area of the city. Winnipeg Police have heightened concerns as MIILS has her 6-month-old son with her.

MILLS is described as Caucasian, 5’6” in height with an average build. She has blonde wavy hair and sometimes wears glasses.

MILLS is believed to be driving a 2016 Blue Jeep Compass with Manitoba licence HXV 619. Below is a stock photo.

The Winnipeg Police Service is concerned for MILLS and her child’s wellbeing and is asking anyone with information regarding her whereabouts to contact the Winnipeg Police Service Missing Persons Unit at 204-986-6250 or Crimestoppers.

Last Update: November 22, 2019