Winnipeg police looking for man who threw metal object at 2 officers
Posted July 23, 2024 6:28 pm.
Winnipeg police are looking for a 44-year-old man who allegedly assaulted officers on July 18.
WPS says around 5:50 p.m. Thursday, officers were reportedly engaging with members of the public from their marked police vehicle along Sherbrook Street.
During this time, police say a man approached the vehicle and threw a metal object through the open passenger window, hitting both officers in the upper body.
Both officers suffered minor injuries and were treated at a hospital.
A suspect has been identified as 44-year-old Waylon Joseph Paul. Police say a warrant for his arrest has been issued.
Paul has been described at 5’1″ tall and weighs roughly 211 pounds. He has a larger build and has short, dark-coloured hair.
WPS says he is a high-risk offender and is considered dangerous.
Anyone who has any information regarding Paul is being asked to contact WPS at 204-986-6219 or Crime Stoppers at 204-786-8477.
