On June 29, 2009 around 2:00 AM Portage la Prairie RCMP were on patrol in the Koko Platz area of the city when they discovered an open door to a garage.
Police checked the residence and spoke to the home owner. The owner checked the property and told police that two bicycles had been stolen. The reported value of the bicycles was over $1500.
Police had spoken to two individuals prior who were on bicycles matching the description of the stolen ones. Police were able to locate the two suspects, who were in possession of the bicycles and arrested them.
A 30 year old man and a 26 year old woman, both of Portage la Prairie, were arrested and held in custody to appear in court on Monday, June 29, 2009 with charges pending.
Cst. Stephen Senuita
Portage la Prairie RCMP
Tel: 204-857-4445
Fax: 204-239-0130
