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One teen was arrested in hospital after a break-in at a business in the 900 block of Portage Avenue and another teen was arrested after a second break-in at the same location.
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Winnipeg police officers responded to a commercial break-and-enter on Sep. 14. Police found damage to the business, including a large broken window. Further investigation led to the identification of a male youth, who was later arrested at a hospital where he sought medical attention for an injury police said was sustained during the break-in.
The Major Crimes Unit took over the investigation, revealing that a second break-and-enter occurred at the same business on Sept. 1. A second male youth was identified as a suspect and warrants for both suspects were issued.
The total damage to the business is estimated at more than $2,600, with the value of stolen items exceeding $1,200. On Oct. 3, both suspects were arrested.
A 16-year-old male from Winnipeg has been charged with break, enter, and theft, as well as two counts of failing to comply with a sentence. A 17-year-old male from Winnipeg has been charged with a warrant for break, enter, and theft. Both suspects remain in custody.
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