Police K9 nabs break-in suspect

WINDSOR POLICE NEWS RELEASE

Case #: 25-95774

Police K9 nabs break-in suspect

A Windsor Police K9 officer tracked down and helped arrest a suspect following a commercial break-and-enter.

Shortly before midnight on September 9, 2025, officers responded to a break-in at a business in the 900 block of Louis Avenue. The complainant, who had access to real-time surveillance footage, provided the 911 communicator with a description of the suspect.

While en route to the scene, officers spotted a man matching the description and attempted to place him under arrest. The suspect fled on a bicycle, prompting a short pursuit. Police K9 Link was deployed and successfully tracked the suspect to the 700 block of Glengarry Avenue, where he was found hiding behind a vehicle.

During the arrest, officers recovered five bottles of alcohol and several break-and-enter tools. The business sustained damage to its front door and interior as a result of the incident.

The suspect, identified as 49-year-old Manuel Rodrigues, was charged with:

•    Break-and-enter

•    Possession of break-and-enter tools

•    Possession of property obtained by crime

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Target Base Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4350. They can also contact Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.