Winnipeg Police have arrested and charged a 32-year-old male in connection to 42 break-ins between December 20, 2019 and February 29, 2020.
One the span of the two months the suspect would break-in to residences while the victims were home sleeping. HE would then steal debit and credit cards and use the tap feature at stores in the downtown area.
Police say that on more than one occasion the suspect was scared off by residents after he had gained entry to their homes.
Nelson Amiral Ferreira is facing a number of charges for his alleged involvement including:
- Break and Enter to a Dwelling House x 39
- Fraud Under $5,000 x 50
- Fail to Comply with Conditions x 12
- Assault Peace Officer
- Disarm Peace Officer
- Resist Arrest
- Possess Goods Obtained by Crime
He was detained in custody.
© News4.ca 2020
