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| RCMP Reports (except where otherwise noted) |
- Fatal Collision North of Airdrie
- Vegreville crime spree ended with help of the public
- Body Recovered From Athabasca River
- Suspects sought in theft from Airdrie Coop Grocery Store
- Serious Collision on Highway 881 near Anzac
- Garrett Blackman arrested in Cold Lake homicide of Gregory Gannaw (update)
- Controlled Drugs and Substances Act Search Warrant executed in Elnora
- RCMP Red Deer City Investigates a Pedestrian Hit and Run
- Okotoks Suspect Flees after Failed Attempt to Assault Female
- Serious Motor Vehicle Collision on Hwy 21 near Hay Lakes
- Brake Safety Awareness Week aims to increase road safety
Fatal Collision North of Airdrie
On Monday, September 9, 2013 at 3:19 AM, Airdrie Rural RCMP along with Crossfield Fire and EMS were called to a single-vehicle collision on Highway 2A near the Dickson-Stevenson Road turnoff.
Officers arriving at the scene located a 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe that had left the paved surface of the highway, and rolled into the ditch.
The driver and lone occupant of the vehicle did not survive the collision. The identity of the driver has yet to be confirmed.
The RCMP collision analyst is currently on-scene, and will be responsible for determining the causal factors that led to the collision.
Later that morning RCMP began to get complaints of burglar alarms, damaged property, break-ins and thefts in the rural area north of Mundare, Alberta. Residents of the area reported seeing a truck matching the description of the one stolen from the dealership driving erratically in the area. While making patrols in the vicinity police were able to locate the truck as described which wouldn't stop when police tried to pull it over. A brief chase ensued in which the truck drove through fields, bushes and fences in attempt to evade police. Residents of the area called in with sightings of the truck as it drove erratically away from police.
While helicopter and police service dog support were on its way police were contacted by one area resident who advised that he had witnessed the truck speed past him, recognized the truck as he knew the owner and was told earlier that it had been stolen. The citizen assisted in directing RCMP to a location where the truck had stopped, the driver had been seen taking property out of the truck and hiding it in a nearby farm yard near Andrew, Alberta.
RCMP from Vegreville and Two Hills detachments converged on the location where the suspect then took off running across a field. The area was surrounded and the suspect was arrested a short while later with the assistance of RCMP police dog services. A search of the vehicle resulted in extensive damages to the exterior, but also property which had been stolen from at least 3 different rural residences was located inside. Items recovered from inside the truck ranged from jewelry, electronics, tools to air rifles and cowboy hats all taken during thefts.
Cst Curtis HARSULLA of the Vegreville RCMP says, " Had it not been for the keen eye and quick thinking of the good samaritan who recognized the truck and called police, apprehending the suspect would have been very difficult. It was clear that the suspect did not want to stop for police and was driving very dangerously to try and get away."
28 year old Cody KETSA of Edmonton faces over 14 charges which include flight from police, numerous break and enters, thefts, driving while suspended among others. He makes his first appearance in Vegreville Provincial Court on Monday September 9, 2013.
During the investigation an ATV was recovered which at one point was seen in the back of the stolen truck and is also believed to have been stolen. If you recognize the ATV in the attached photo please contact Vegreville RCMP at 780-632-2223.
RCMP would like to remind rural residents to be a good neighbour, keep an eye on one another's property and report any suspicious activity to police.
On Monday, September 9, 2013 at 3:19 AM, Airdrie Rural RCMP along with Crossfield Fire and EMS were called to a single-vehicle collision on Highway 2A near the Dickson-Stevenson Road turnoff.
Officers arriving at the scene located a 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe that had left the paved surface of the highway, and rolled into the ditch.
The driver and lone occupant of the vehicle did not survive the collision. The identity of the driver has yet to be confirmed.
The RCMP collision analyst is currently on-scene, and will be responsible for determining the causal factors that led to the collision.
Vegreville crime spree ended with help of the public
Shortly after 8:30 am on Saturday September 7, 2013 Vegreville RCMP were notified of a break and enter to the Vegreville Ford dealership which had occurred the previous night. Investigation revealed that a customer's F350 truck had been stolen from the yard and had smashed through a fence to escape.Later that morning RCMP began to get complaints of burglar alarms, damaged property, break-ins and thefts in the rural area north of Mundare, Alberta. Residents of the area reported seeing a truck matching the description of the one stolen from the dealership driving erratically in the area. While making patrols in the vicinity police were able to locate the truck as described which wouldn't stop when police tried to pull it over. A brief chase ensued in which the truck drove through fields, bushes and fences in attempt to evade police. Residents of the area called in with sightings of the truck as it drove erratically away from police.
While helicopter and police service dog support were on its way police were contacted by one area resident who advised that he had witnessed the truck speed past him, recognized the truck as he knew the owner and was told earlier that it had been stolen. The citizen assisted in directing RCMP to a location where the truck had stopped, the driver had been seen taking property out of the truck and hiding it in a nearby farm yard near Andrew, Alberta.
RCMP from Vegreville and Two Hills detachments converged on the location where the suspect then took off running across a field. The area was surrounded and the suspect was arrested a short while later with the assistance of RCMP police dog services. A search of the vehicle resulted in extensive damages to the exterior, but also property which had been stolen from at least 3 different rural residences was located inside. Items recovered from inside the truck ranged from jewelry, electronics, tools to air rifles and cowboy hats all taken during thefts.
Cst Curtis HARSULLA of the Vegreville RCMP says, " Had it not been for the keen eye and quick thinking of the good samaritan who recognized the truck and called police, apprehending the suspect would have been very difficult. It was clear that the suspect did not want to stop for police and was driving very dangerously to try and get away."
28 year old Cody KETSA of Edmonton faces over 14 charges which include flight from police, numerous break and enters, thefts, driving while suspended among others. He makes his first appearance in Vegreville Provincial Court on Monday September 9, 2013.
During the investigation an ATV was recovered which at one point was seen in the back of the stolen truck and is also believed to have been stolen. If you recognize the ATV in the attached photo please contact Vegreville RCMP at 780-632-2223.
RCMP would like to remind rural residents to be a good neighbour, keep an eye on one another's property and report any suspicious activity to police.
On September 1, 2013 Airdrie RCMP were dispatched to a report of shoplifters from the Co-op Grocery store on Main Street in Airdrie, Alberta. Two females and a male were seen leaving the grocery store with a cart full of groceries valued at approximately $150.00. The suspects fled in a Green Dodge minivan with a Québec licence plate.
One of the female suspects is described as East Indian, long Black hair, wearing a long black skirt, heavy jewelry, in her mid 20's to mid 30's. The second female is also in also East Indian, short hair (may be dyed), wearing a long beige skirt with a Black shirt and believed to be in her 40's. The male suspect is described as darker skinned, thin, wearing a white tank top, jean shorts, and a Black baseball cap, in his mid 20's to early 30's, and has facial hair trimmed in a 'chin strap' or half goatee style.
Above: suspects in Airdrie Co-op thefts
Police are still seeking assistance from possible witnesses in identifying these suspects. If you have any information on this incident please contact the Airdrie RCMP at (403) 945-7200 or Crime Stoppers at 1 (800) 222-8477.
On September 8, 2013, shortly before 9:00 pm, the Wood Buffalo RCMP were called to investigate a serious collision that occurred on Secondary Highway 881 in near Anzac, Alberta at kilometer marker 281. The preliminary investigation indicates that three vehicles were involved, including two pick-up trucks and a motorcycle. The motorcycle driver, a 45 year-old male from the Anzac area was transported to the hospital with serious but non-life threatening injuries. No further reports of injury have been made to date.
The cause of the collision remains under investigation, however alcohol is believed to be a contributing factor and a 32 year-old male from British Columbia has been taken into custody on alcohol related driving offences. The male remains in police custody at this time awaiting court proceedings. The highway is passable at this time, however the on-scene investigation continues causing some traffic delays, motorists are reminded to be mindful and cautious when traveling in that area.
If you have information about this, or any other investigation(s), please call the Wood Buffalo RCMP at (780) 788-4000, or if you want to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers by phone at 1.800.222.8477 (TIPS), by internet at www.tipsubmit.com, or by SMS (check your local Crime Stoppers [www.crimestoppers.ab.ca] for instructions on how to do). You do not have to reveal your identity to Crime Stoppers, and if you provide information to Crime Stoppers that leads to an arrest(s), the recovery of stolen property, and/or a seizure of illicit drugs, you may be eligible for a cash reward.
Body Recovered From Athabasca River
The body of a 22 year old Edmonton male missing in the Athabasca River near the Klondike Ferry since September 2 was recovered at approximately 11:40 am on September 7.
Crews from Klondike Trail SAR and the Stony Plain and Barrhead RCMP were on the river conducting searches when the body was observed floating with the current about five kilometers down stream from where the victim first went missing.
Family members were on scene when the body was recovered and were able to confirm the identity of the deceased. Foul play is not suspected.
Okotoks Suspect Flees after Failed Attempt to Assault Female
Okotoks RCMP with the assistance of RCMP Police Dog Service were dispatched to a reported assault at 12:08 A.M near the JP II School football field area. A lone female was walking home; she was approached by an unknown male. The male grabbed her arm and pulled her away from the path. She fought back, knocked the male down and ran to safety.
The suspect is described as a Caucasian male, approximately 6’0” tall, wearing a blue hat on backwards, and a royal blue hoody.
Okotoks are requesting the public’s assistance in this matter, if you have any information in relation to this incident, please contact Okotoks RCMP Detachment at (403) 938-4202
Garrett Blackman arrested in Cold Lake homicide of Gregory Gannaw (update)
On September 8, 2013 sometimes around 10:00 pm, officers from the RCMP Major Crimes Unit and Edmonton Police Service arrested Garrett Blackman in a motel on the east side of Edmonton. Blackman was arrested without incident.
A Canada wide warrant for First Degree Murder had been issued on September 5, 2013, for the arrest of Garrett BLACKMAN for the homicide of Gregory Gannaw. It is alleged that Blackman is responsible for the homicide of Gregory Gannaw who was found in the ditch on September 2, 2013, on Range Road 425A (Beaverdam road) in the vicinity of secondary road 897, approximately 20 kilometres South of Cold Lake.
Garrett Blackman will be taken before a Justice of the Peace today, when his first court date will be scheduled for Cold Lake.
The RCMP would like to thank its partners who assisted during this investigation and most especially the various Edmonton Police Services units in the apprehension of Garrett Blackman.
Controlled Drugs and Substances Act Search Warrant executed in Elnora
On the evening of September 6th, 2013, several RCMP members from Three Hills and Olds Detachments converged on a shop building located on Main Street in Elnora Alberta and executed a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act Search Warrant. No persons or suspects were located at the scene. Police located and seized an undisclosed amount of marihuana, a firearm, and equipment related to drug trafficking. Police have identified 2 suspects and continue to investigate this occurrence.
RCMP Red Deer City Investigates a Pedestrian Hit and Run
On Friday, September 6th, 2013, at approximately 10:15 p.m. Red Deer City RCMP Traffic Unit responded to a report of a pedestrian being struck in the northbound lanes of Taylor Drive near Hamilton Drive.
The female victim was taken to hospital by ambulance for serious but none life threatening injuries. She was treated and released from the hospital.
The suspect vehicle did not slow down when contact was made with the pedestrian and continued to travel north turning onto 67 Street. It is believed to be an older model car.
The pedestrian was crossing at a marked crosswalk with the light illuminated warning motorists the crosswalk was in use.
If you have information that can assist the police in their investigation please contact Red Deer City RCMP at 403.343.5575.
If you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1.800.222.8477 or report it online at www.tipsubmit.com. If the information leads to an arrest, tipsters are eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.00
Serious Motor Vehicle Collision on Hwy 21 near Hay Lakes
On September 7, 2013 at approximately 1030 a.m., RCMP were dispatched to a serious injury collision near Hay Lakes on Highway 21. Leduc RCMP along with Camrose and Hay Lakes Fire Departments and Camrose EMS were also in attendance.
As a result of further investigation, it is believed that a silver Pontiac Sunfire, driven by a lone male occupant (29 years), went in and out of the ditch and proceeded to drive southbound in the northbound lane. This vehicle collided head on with a semi gravel truck. The driver of the semi was not seriously injured. The driver of the Sunfire was transported by STARS air ambulance with serious injuries.
Alcohol does not appear to be a factor. The collision is still under investigation. No charges have been laid at this time.
Brake Safety Awareness Week aims to increase road safety
Alberta’s Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Branch will step up brake inspections across Alberta as part of Brake Safety Awareness Week from September 9-13.
The goal is to increase road safety by decreasing the number of commercial vehicle collisions caused by faulty braking systems.
Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Officers will talk with drivers and technicians about the importance of commercial vehicle brake safety and deal with any other safety issues.
Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Officers will be at the following locations from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.:
September 9: Balzac Vehicle Inspection Station:
Highway 2, northbound, five kilometres north of Calgary
September 10: Grimshaw Vehicle Inspection Station:
Highway 35, southbound, 11 kilometres north of Grimshaw
Hanna:
Junction of Highways 9 and 36, eight kilometres east of Hanna on Highway 9
Hinton:
Highway 16, 15 kilometres west of Hinton
September 11: Hoselaw Vehicle Inspection Station:
Highway 28, 16 kilometres west of Bonnyville
September 12: Coutts Vehicle Inspection Station:
Highway 4, north and south bound at Coutts
Demmitt Vehicle Inspection Station:
Highway 43, east and westbound at Demmitt
September 13: Grande Prairie Mobile Inspection Station:
Highway 43, westbound, two kilometres north of Grande Prairie
Brake Safety Awareness Week is part of the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) Operation Air Brake Campaign. The CVSA certifies commercial vehicle inspectors across North America and the Operation Air Brake campaign is part of an ongoing effort to improve inspection, compliance, maintenance and performance of commercial vehicle brakes throughout the continent.
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