Posted on 01/20/2014, 10:54 am, by mySteinbach

Central Plains RCMP are seeking the public’s assistance in solving a robbery that occurred this past December in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba. The incident occurred on Monday, December 9, 2013 at approximately 8:30pm on 3rd Street SE.

Police investigation revealed that while walking home, a 54-year-old male was approached from behind and pushed to the ground by 2 males. The suspects then stole prescription medication before fleeing on foot.

The suspects have been described as both males. One of the suspects was approximately 5’10” tall and 170 pounds. He was wearing a hoodie and dark coloured winter jacket. The second suspect was approximately 6′ tall and 200 pounds.

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).