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Winnipeg, MB – A 30-year-old Winnipeg man is facing multiple charges following an armed standoff with police early Saturday morning.

Police responded to a domestic disturbance in the 400 block of Alfred Avenue around 4 a.m. When officers arrived, they encountered an agitated man armed with a large bladed weapon on the porch. Several family members, including young children, were safely evacuated from the residence.

The man then barricaded himself inside the house, prompting a response from the Tactical Support Team (TST), the Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems Unit (Drone Unit) and officers from the general patrol.

After attempts to defuse the situation proved unsuccessful, TST members deployed less-lethal CO canisters. However, the man continued to resist and officers eventually used a conducted energy weapon (CEW) to safely arrest him.

Fees and potential penalties:

The man faces the following charges:

• Possession of a weapon: This charge relates to possession of a weapon for a purpose dangerous to public peace. Penalties can range from a fine to imprisonment, depending on the nature of the weapon and the circumstances.
• Mischief under $5,000/obstruction of pleasure: This charge concerns interference with the lawful use or enjoyment of property. Sanctions may include fines and/or imprisonment.
• Resisting a peace officer: This charge involves obstructing or resisting a peace officer in the exercise of his or her duties. Sanctions may include fines and/or imprisonment.
• Failure to comply with an order or obligation: This charge involves violating a court order or other legal obligation. Sanctions vary depending on the nature of the order violated.
• Failure to Comply with a Probation Order – Public Interest: This charge relates to violating the conditions of a probation order. Penalties may include fines, imprisonment, or additional probation restrictions.

The accused was taken into custody. His name has not been released, which is standard police policy in domestic incidents.

Presumption of innocence:

It is important to remember that the accused is considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The charges against him have not been tested in court.