Through the use of high quality surveillance video and other investigative techniques, Winkler Police were able to identify the suspect in an armed robbery incident.

Winkler Police report Jonathan Michael Louis Soldier, age 22 of Winkler, has been charged with Robbery, Disguise with Intent, and two counts of Possess Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose.

On December 10 the suspect entered the Esso gas station on 1st Street in Winkler and showed the lone employee a weapon before demanding money.

The employee turned over a quantity of cash at which point the suspect fled the store, last seen running North towards the rear of the gas station.

Late in the evening on December 12, 2016, the suspect was located at a residence in Winkler where he was taken into custody.

Jonathan Soldier will appear in court on December 14, 2016 in Winnipeg, Manitoba.