7 men arrested for allegedly obtaining sexual services in Winnipeg’s West End

A Winnipeg Police Service shoulder badge is seen on Sept. 2, 2021 at the Public Information Office in Winnipeg. THE CANADIAN PRESS/David Lipnowski

By CityNews Staff

Posted February 24, 2025 1:27 pm.

Last Updated February 25, 2025 3:59 pm.

Winnipeg police say seven men are in custody for allegedly obtaining sexual services in Winnipeg’s West End.

The Counter Exploitation Unit (CEU) conducted a sweep of the West End in conjunction with Human Trafficking Awareness Day on February 22, 2025.

From the sweep, seven men between the ages of 27 and 50 were taken into custody, but later released on an undertaking.

Police say several people working in the sex trade were offered community resources.

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