A Winnipeg Police Service shoulder badge is seen at the Public Information Office in Winnipeg, on September 2, 2021. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/David Lipnowski)
Winnipeg Police are investigating a robbery and assault that occurred on November 14 outside a convenience store on Stadacona Street.
A man in his 50s reported being attacked by an unknown male while walking to the store around 6:20 p.m. The suspect pushed the victim to the ground, kicking him repeatedly before the victim managed to enter the store. Inside, the suspect followed, demanding the victim buy him cigarettes. When the victim refused, the assault continued until a store employee intervened, prompting the suspect to flee.
The victim sustained minor injuries but declined medical attention.
The suspect is described as a Black man in his 20s with a medium build and short black dreadlock-style hair.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact police at (204) 986-6219 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at (204) 786-TIPS.
