Winnipeg police rescue hostages after suspect sparks standoff and house fire
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At a press conference on Friday, Winnipeg police said officers attempting to arrest a wanted man came under gunfire after he fled into a home and took three people hostage. Police rescued all three hostages before discovering the residence was on fire. "These brave officers were able to deal with a very volatile and dangerous situation and ultimately saved the lives of three hostages," police said. The suspect was taken into custody following a second exchange of gunfire outside the home, and the incident is now under investigation by Manitoba's Independent Investigation Unit. For more info, please go to https://globalnews.ca Subscribe to Global News Channel HERE: http://bit.ly/20fcXDc Follow Global News on X HERE: http://bit.ly/1Toz8mt Follow Global News on TikTok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@globalnews.ca?lang=en #GlobalNews
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