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Major Crimes Unit investigating video of security guard’s alleged use of force in Winnipeg store
A 23-year-old security guard faces assault charges after video showed alleged excessive force including use of brass knuckles against a suspected shoplifter, prompting calls for an independent review.
- Winnipeg police said Monday the 23-year-old security guard was arrested and charged with assault with a weapon after officers responded to a robbery and fight at Dollarama on Portage Avenue on Saturday.
- Police say the incident began when a 46-year-old man allegedly concealed $95 of merchandise and tried to leave Dollarama on Portage Avenue, prompting the security guard to block his exit using a brass-knuckle-type weapon.
- Footage shows the security guard holding a man on the ground, punching his head, stomping on his ribs, kicking amid smashed shelves while swearing at patrons who urged intervention.
- Impact Security Group confirmed the guard is its employee, removed him from duty, reported to Manitoba Justice, and will cooperate with police, while Dollarama said it forbids force by security firms.
- First Nations groups demanded an independent review under the Act, with the Southern Chiefs Organization, Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs, and MKO filing a formal complaint citing systemic racism.
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Winnipeg security guard charged with using brass knuckles on suspected shoplifter
WINNIPEG - Winnipeg police have charged a security guard with assault after video surfacing online appeared to show him using brass knuckles to punch out a suspected shoplifter.
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A video showing a security guard assaulting a 46-year-old man provokes a lot of outrageous reactions.
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