A man in his 30s remained in hospital Tuesday after he was robbed and shot at a meeting to sell an item he had posted online.
Police were dispatched to the 600 block of Maryland Street around 2 p.m. Saturday.
The victim was taken to hospital in critical condition with life-changing injuries. His condition has since improved to stable, the Winnipeg Police Service said in a news release.
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The robber was described as a tall black man with braided hair and wearing all black clothing.
A man's expensive electronics were stolen.
Police released two images of the man, described as a tall black man with braided hair, wearing all black clothing. They show a man wearing a black sweatshirt with a logo on the chest, black shoes and white socks.
WPS asked anyone with information that could help investigators to contact the Major Crimes Unit at 204-986-6219 or anonymously Crime Stoppers at 204-786-8477 (TIPS) or online.
Police encourage people to meet at exchange areas located at WPS stations when they meet people to buy or sell items listed on online trading platforms. There are zones at each of the four police stations, which are located at 245 Smith St., 100 Sinclair St., 1750 Dugald Rd. and 2321 Grant Avenue.
Officials will not assist with transactions, but “these areas may be subject to video surveillance,” WPS says on its website.
“The exchange of weapons or illegal items is not permitted. The Winnipeg Police Service is not responsible for the use of these areas.”
WPS recommends transacting in public places during the day rather than walking alone. Additional offers available online.
