Winnipeg Copwatch

Dany Villanueva, the older brother of Fredy Villanueva, who was killed by the Montreal Police in August 2008, has learned that the Canada Border Services Agency will begin the process of trying to deport him from Canada, by attempting to remove his permanent residency status.
Dany is scheduled to testify as a key witness at the [...]

Winnipeg Copwatch is hosting a free workshop on how to safely and effectively witness police interactions. It will include sections on camera and recording skills, de-escalation techniques, knowing your rights, and more. Whether you’re interested in witnessing on your own to prevent police misconduct, starting a copwatching group with friends, [...]

Winnipeg Copwatch’s February 2010 newsletter is now out. It includes articles on

the WPAB report on newcomer’s experiences with the police in Winnipeg
this past year’s transgender day of rememberance
policing-related news briefs
and more…

The Winnipeg Police Service Professional Standards Unit has decided to end its investigation of allegations officers beat Stephanie Kay Warren without taking action against any officer involved. She was 18 years old last year when she says the beating took place at the notorious Hartford station, with officers shouting racist comments at her.
This is another [...]