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Winnipeg police search for stolen car after Corydon carjacking

Winnipeg police recovered this stolen vehicle Tuesday.
Winnipeg police recovered this stolen vehicle Tuesday. Winnipeg Police/Handout

Winnipeg police are looking for help finding a stolen car  after a violent carjacking on Corydon Avenue Monday.

Police say a man and two women were getting back into their car in a convenience store parking lot in the 700 block of Corydon Avenue around 5 p.m. when a man with a weapon demanded the keys.

The suspect assaulted the driver, who sustained minor injuries, investigators say, and the thief took off with the 2017 Mercedes Benz C300 4Matic.

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The stolen vehicle is white with a red interior. It has a spoiler and wheels with dark rims, police say.

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There was no description of the suspect provided by police.

The major crimes unit is investigating and anyone with information is asked to call police at 204-986-6222.

Police warn not to approach the anyone driving the stolen vehicle.

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