Suspect Wanted for Assaulting Transit Driver

Manitoba PostNews

WINNIPEG, MB – Police have released these pictures of a suspect wanted for assaulting a transit driver on January 21st of this year.

The assault occurred in the afternoon, around, 4:35 p.m. A driver was stopped on Portage Avenue at Fort Street when the suspect entered the bus and stated he didn’t have fare. Shortly after, the driver was punched in the face and the suspect fled on foot.

Police say the suspect is described as a black male in appearance and approximately 20 years old with an average build. He was wearing a brown hooded jacket with blue jeans.

Anyone with information that may assist police is asked to call 204-986-6219 or Crime Stoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477).

Kevin Klein, Manitoba Post

Photo – supplied by Winnipeg Police