Winnipeg police are searching for a vehicle stolen in an armed robbery

Winnipeg police are searching for suspects and a stolen vehicle involved in an armed robbery earlier this month.

According to police, the incident took place around midnight on November 4. They said a 20-year-old man met a woman he had been talking to on social media in the 300 block of Selkirk Avenue.

When he arrived, police allege the victim was surrounded by a group of unknown men armed with a gun and baseball bats. They also said he was “tied up, assaulted and had his personal belongings stolen,” including his car and vehicle keys.

Police said the 20-year-old was able to escape and run away while the suspects were in another room. He reported the incident safely and although he was injured, he did not seek medical attention.

The police have been unable to trace the car and the firearm.

The victim’s car is a blue 2011 Chevy Cruze LT Turbo with license plate LJS 195. It has a spare tire on the rear passenger side, a dented driver’s side door and tinted windows.

Police are asking the public to call 911 and not to approach the car if they see it.

The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Major Crimes Unit or Crime Stoppers.