Man charged with mischief for graffiti on museum, RCMP HQ

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An 18-year-old Winnipeg man has been charged with mischief as Winnipeg police continue the investigation into three incidents of graffiti downtown in late February.

The graffiti, first noticed on Feb. 26, appeared on MP Dan Vandal’s constituency office on St. Mary’s Road, the Canadian Museum for Human Rights, and the RCMP D Division headquarters on Portage Avenue.

The vandalism, which included slogans such as “U fail us do better” and “Land back,” was thought to be linked to rail blockades and protests related to the Coastal GasLink natural gas pipeline. Protesters erected blockades at several points on both the Canadian National Railway and Canadian Pacific Railway from Feb. 6 to March 5 to denounce construction of the pipeline. 

“I recognize recent events across the country are concerning for all Canadians, however acts of vandalism like this are not the answer — dialogue is,” Vandal — the MP for Saint Boniface-Saint Vital and northern affairs minister — said in a statement at the time.

“From day one, ministers have engaged directly with Indigenous leaders, and premiers. Our work was always focused on finding a peaceful and lasting resolution in a way that builds trust and respect among all parties involved. We will never close the door on dialogue.”

Carter Raymond Peter Grycko, 18, has been charged with three counts of mischief under $5,000, police said.

Grycko, a former River East Collegiate student, was arrested Feb. 28, and released with conditions.

Police said the investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information is asked to contact investigators at 204-986-6219 or Crime Stoppers at 204-786-TIPS (8477).