Polo Park Shopping Centre (TOURISM WINNIPEG)
Two teenagers are in custody after a break-in and bear spray assault at CF Polo Park on the morning of May 25.
According to Winnipeg police, the pair broke into a truck in the mall’s parking lot around 9 a.m. and were confronted by a witness who called authorities. The suspects then entered the mall, broke into two stores, stole a laptop, and attempted to access a cash box.
When approached by mall security, the teens allegedly sprayed several guards with bear spray before attempting to flee.
Officers located and arrested the suspects near a mall entrance by 9:16 a.m.
Barry Maximus McDonald, 18, is facing 18 charges related to weapons offences, break and enter, and breaching court orders. He also had five outstanding warrants and remains in custody.
A 15-year-old boy is facing 18 similar charges, including one related to a breach of conditional supervision. He also remains in custody.
