Crime Report: Weapons and Drugs Arrest in Winnipeg

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Winnipeg – News – The Winnipeg Police Service responded to a report of an adult male in possession of a firearm. Central District General Patrol officers arrived at the scene, locating and arresting the male without incident. Three additional adults in the suite were also arrested without incident.

Arrest Details

Date: May 18, 2024
Time: Approximately 6:00 a.m.
Location: Apartment complex, 300 block of Cumberland, Winnipeg

Seized Items

During the operation, officers discovered and seized the following items:

  • Colt .41 Calibre Revolver (confirmed stolen)
  • Air Pistol (converted to accept .22 Calibre ammunition)
  • Collapsible Baton
  • Butterfly Knife
  • Various Calibre Ammunition
  • Approximately 60 grams of cocaine (estimated street value: $6,000)
  • Approximately 56 grams of fentanyl (estimated street value: $8,300)
  • Approximately 233 grams of psilocybin (estimated street value: $2,300)
  • Approximately $2,300 in cash
  • Packaging materials

Charges and Individuals

Caleb ROCH, 23, of Winnipeg, faces multiple charges, including:

  • Possession of a Firearm Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized (x2)
  • Possession of a Prohibited or Restricted Weapon Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized
  • Possession of a Prohibited or Restricted Firearm with Ammunition (x2)
  • Possession of a Firearm, Prohibited or Restricted Weapon Obtained by Crime
  • Possession of Firearm, Restricted/Prohibited Weapon or Ammunition Contrary to Prohibition Order
  • Possession of a Scheduled Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of a Scheduled Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking (x2)
  • Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000
  • Fail to Comply with Condition of Release Order (x4)

He remains in custody.

Other Individuals Involved:

  • 27-year-old female: Charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance; released with an Appearance Notice.
  • 29-year-old male: Released without charges.
  • 23-year-old female: Released without charges.
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