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Winnipeg Police Arrest Two in Youth Exploitation and Stabbing Cases as Bombers Adjust Rematch Roster

Officials are weighing justice reforms, including bail changes with the return of school resource officers, to address mounting public safety concerns.

Business owners and residents gather near Marion Street to voice concerns over proposed bike lanes and parking loss under the city's 'Moving on Marion' plan.
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Western Canadian Wheat Growers Chair Daryl Fransoo said the frustration is deep. “We’re not asking for special treatment. We’re asking for inclusion in the future of Canada’s trade strategy.” (Photo by Harry Siemens.)

Overview

  • A 49-year-old man was arrested on June 9 by the Winnipeg Police Service’s Counter Exploitation Unit and charged with multiple offences for luring a person under 16 and obtaining sexual services from a minor.
  • On June 20 a 30-year-old suspect was taken into custody after allegedly stabbing a retail store security guard—whose protective vest prevented injury—during an attempted theft on St. Mary’s Road.
  • Winnipeg Transit reported 37 safety incidents in April, the highest monthly total to date, prompting calls to bring back plainclothes police patrols and stricter fare enforcement.
  • The Blue Bombers will debut running back Quinton Cooley, start Canadian draft pick Gabe Wallace on the offensive line and see Zach Collaros return from suspension, as Brady Oliveira recovers from a shoulder injury.
  • The federal Liberal party under Mark Carney has proposed bail reform, increased court funding and tougher measures for repeat offenders, and Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew has endorsed reinstating school resource officers to enhance student safety.