A 14-year-old boy was hospitalized after being attacked and robbed by three other teens Friday evening in the 1400 block of Portage Avenue.
Winnipeg police say the victim was shopping just after 8:30 p.m. when he was approached by three youths, one armed with a machete. The teen was struck multiple times and robbed of his belongings before the suspects fled. He suffered a serious hand injury and was taken to hospital in stable condition.
Officers quickly tracked the suspects to a nearby restaurant on St. Matthews Avenue, where all three were arrested.
A 13-year-old boy and a 14-year-old boy have been charged with robbery and remain in custody. The 13-year-old also faces three outstanding warrants. A 15-year-old boy was charged and released.
Police continue to investigate.
