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Winnipeg – NEWS – Winnipeg police are investigating a brutal attack that left a 56-year-old man with life-altering injuries. The incident occurred in the early morning hours of October 25th, 2024, near Ellice Avenue and Beverley Street.
According to police, the victim was walking eastbound on Ellice Avenue when he was suddenly attacked from behind by an unknown assailant wielding a machete. The assault appears to be unprovoked, and the victim and suspect are not known to each other.
The suspect is described as:
- Indigenous male
- 5’10” in height
- Wearing a dark hoodie and blue jeans
The Major Crimes Unit has taken over the investigation and is asking anyone with information to come forward.
If you have any information about this incident, please contact the Major Crimes Unit at 204-986-6219 or Crime Stoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477). You can also submit a tip online at winnipegcrimestoppers.org.
