Portage la Prairie RCMP, are currently investigating a report of an armed robbery that had occurred at the Days Inn on Highway 1 near Portage la Prairie. The robbery had occurred at approximately 12:30am on January 17, 2014.
Initial police investigation revealed that a suspect entered the premises armed with a weapon. RCMP report that an undisclosed amount of cash was stolen.
No injuries were reported in relation to this incident.
The suspect is described as a black male, who appeared to be in his late 20’s or early 30’s, approximately 6’2″ tall with a stocky build and round face. He was wearing a black hoodie and dark coloured clothing and was carrying a grey duffle bag.
RCMP are urging anyone with information about this incident to contact the Portage la Prairie RCMP at 204-857-4445 or Manitoba Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477(TIPS). You can also submit a tip online at www.manitobacrimestoppers.com or text TIPMAN plus your message to Crimes(274637).
