In a series of heists, a group of suspects targeted a jewellery business on Portage Avenue, making off with a significant haul of valuable items. The incidents, which occurred on December 3, 2023, and June 12, 2024, have led to the arrest of five individuals.
On December 3, 2023, at approximately 5:10 p.m., multiple suspects entered the jewellery store at different times, distracting the employee and compromising the display case. They fled with over $17,000 worth of jewellery.
The same suspects returned to the business on June 12, 2024, at around 6:30 p.m., employing a similar tactic. This time, they managed to steal approximately $35,000 worth of jewellery.
The Winnipeg Police Service Property Crime Unit took over the investigation, which led officers to two suites in Morden, Manitoba. With the assistance of the Morden Police Service and their Tactical Support Team, search warrants were executed, resulting in the recovery of approximately $16,000 worth of the stolen property.
The following individuals have been arrested and charged for their alleged involvement:
- Charles George BUNN, 55: Charged with Theft Under $5000 (x2) and Theft Over $5000. He remains in custody.
- Alicia Ray KENT, 34: Charged with Theft Over $5000 (x2) and Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000 for the Purpose of Trafficking. She remains in custody.
- 53-year-old female: Facing charges of Possessing Property Obtained by Crime. Released.
- 37-year-old male: Facing charges of Possessing Property Obtained by Crime. Released.
- Male youth: Facing a charge of Theft Over $5000. Released.
The investigation is ongoing, and the Winnipeg Police Service urges anyone with additional information to come forward.
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