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- Hobbema RCMP investigate sudden death of a toddler
- Public's help sought in identifying a deceased male found near Cold Lake
- Triple MVC results in impaired charge for Airdrie man
- Safety of Cyclists and Motorists During the Tour of Alberta
Hobbema RCMP investigate sudden death of a toddler
An autopsy conducted by the office of the Chief Medical Examiner, in the death of a toddler on the Ermineskin First Nation, was conducted on Tuesday September 3, 2013. A cause of death has not been established at this time pending the result of further tests.
The RCMP continue to investigate this matter.
Public's help sought in identifying a deceased male found near Cold Lake
On September 2, 2013 at about 11:30, Cold Lake RCMP officers responded to a call of a male lying in the ditch on Range Road 425A (Beaverdam road) in the vicinity of secondary road 897. It was soon discovered that the male was deceased. His identity is unknown at this time as well as what led to his passing.
The male is described as: young adult (possibly late teen), short dark hair, blue jeans and a purple t-shirt.
An autopsy is scheduled for September 4, 2013 in Edmonton. Cold Lake detachment members, Forensic Identification Section and "K" Division Major Crime Unit are investigating.
Officers are asking the public's help in identifying this male or to provide any information as what happened. If you have any information, please contact the Cold RCMP at 780-594-3302, 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.
Triple MVC results in impaired charge for Airdrie man
On August 28th, 2013, at approximately 6:10 p.m., the Airdrie RCMP responded to a motor vehicle collision involving three vehicles at the intersection of Main Street and Erin Drive in the city of Airdrie, Alberta. Witnesses observed a Black Ford Ranger truck traveling southbound on Main Street when it rear ended a Blue Chrysler minivan that was attempting to make a left turn onto Erin Drive. Following the initial impact, the minivan was propelled forward into a Black Ford F-350 pickup truck traveling North bound on Main Street.
Both occupants of the minivan, a 77 year old female and a 83 year old male, were transported by ground ambulance to Airdrie Urgent Care with non life threatening injuries. The 38 year old male driver of the Ford F-350 truck was not injured.
The driver of the Black Ford Ranger, 22 year old Ryan David Steele of Airdrie, Alberta, has been charged with impaired driving and will appear in Airdrie Provincial court on September 26th, 2013, to answer to his charges.
If you have any information on this incident, or any other crime, please contact the Airdrie RCMP at (403) 945-7200 or Crime Stoppers at 1 (800) 222-8477.
Safety of Cyclists and Motorists During the Tour of Alberta
The Tour of Alberta is a professional level cycling event which will be held from September 3rd to 8th, 2013.
Starting on September 4th, the Tour will pass through various regions of the province. The event will cover an approximately 900 km route, and travel through 50 Alberta communities. More information on the Tour of Alberta can be found at www.tourofalberta.ca
Integrated Traffic Units (ITUs) and local RCMP Detachments will be working with race officials and local communities to ensure the safe and efficient movement of both cyclists and motorists as the Tour passes through rural Alberta.
The race route follows several primary and numerous secondary highways. While the race is in progress, sections of highway will be closed while the racing caravan passes.
Inspector Stephen Grant, with RCMP ‘K’ Division Traffic Services, explains:
“The race route was decided many months ago with the support and cooperation of the Government of Alberta. We regret any delays experienced by motorists and residents along the various race routes, but where possible, the RCMP and Alberta Sheriffs will direct vehicles onto alternate roadways to ensure the safe and expedient passage of traffic.”
Integrated Traffic Units have been tasked with providing a motorcycle and police-vehicle escort to the cyclists involved in the race in an effort to mitigate possible conflict between motorists and the event. In addition, ITU officers and RCMP Detachment members will be staffing vehicle checkpoints at several locations along the race route.
Preparation for the event has been on-going for several months, and has included liaising with other police agencies in order to determine and apply the best practices for providing safe traffic conditions for all participants and spectators.
ITU motorcycle and patrol officers involved directly in the race caravan have participated in a detailed training program, designed to prepare them for the demands of providing a safe and secure environment for all involved in this high profile cycling event.
Integrated Traffic Units consist of RCMP Traffic Services members and Sheriff Highway Patrol officers working together in a collaborative effort to deliver effective and efficient traffic safety services to Albertans, with a focus on identified enforcement priorities.
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