A Winnipeg man is in custody facing multiple weapons charges in connection with a gun incident mid-day Saturday at a downtown hotel.
Police said they received a report of shots fired at the Windsor Hotel on Garry Street at around 2:45 p.m.
Winnipeg police investigate reports of gunfire at Windsor hotel
The tactical unit responded and cleared the area.
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They also evacuated the building.
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Police said a loaded 12-gauge shotgun was found inside one of the rooms prior to the investigation wrapping up around 7 p.m. Saturday evening.
Ted John Burzynski, 55, from Winnipeg was arrested. He faces several charges, including:
- Careless Use of Firearm, Weapon, Prohibited Device or Ammunition
- Possession of a Loaded Prohibited or Restricted Firearm
- Discharge a Firearm Into or At a Place in a Reckless Manner
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