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- School bus rollover
- Cold Lake RCMP investigating two Fatal Motor Vehicle Collisions
- St. Albert Sexual Assault suspect sought
- Fatal collision on Highway 63
- Suspects sought in Hit and Run to Hinton Canadian Tire building
- Assault in St. Albert bar
- RCMP Red Deer City investigate fraudulent bank card use
- Firearms stolen from Picture Butte area home
- Lloydminster Aggravated Assault suspect sought by RCMP
- RCMP Blackfalds investigating Mischief to rural mail boxes and Theft of Mail
- Pay It Forward on behalf of the RCMP
Shortly after 8:00 am, Tuesday December 10, 2013 the Turner Valley RCMP POLICE received a call of a school bus, carrying children that had rolled onto it's side on Coalmine Road in Priddis, Alberta.
EMS and fire crews were on scene upon police arrival. Four children and the driver of the bus were removed and treated. One youth was sent to local hospital with minor injuries. The bus company contacted parents and arrangements were made to reunite them with their children.
Investigation has shown that the driver of the bus pulled to the side to allow another vehicle to pass. The bus was traveling at a very low speed when it was pulled into the steep ditch where it rolled onto it's side. Blowing snow and icy road conditions existed at scene and contributed to this incident.
Although no charges will come from this incident police would like to take this opportunity to remind the public to use extra caution when driving in winter road conditions. Leave plenty of space between vehicles, plan to leave your home earlier to get places, and share the road with other drivers.
Cold Lake RCMP investigating two Fatal Motor Vehicle Collisions
Cold Lake RCMP are investigating two separate fatal motor vehicle collisions that occurred on December 9, 2013.
At approximately 1:30 pm Bonnyville RCMP officers received a complaint of a semi trailer collision on secondary highway 659 and range road 442. Bonnyville and Cold Lake detachment officers responded and it was determined that a semi trailer tanker unit had pulled over to allow for a wide load to pass, then over corrected crossing the centre line striking one of the pilot truck's before rolling over on it. The 57 year old lone male occupant from Marshall, Saskatchewan was pronounced deceased at the scene. The driver of the semi trailer was taken to a local hospital with undetermined injuries.
At 6:05 pm Cold Lake RCMP officers were dispatched of a three vehicle collision on secondary highway 892 two kilometres south of highway 55. A northbound vehicle lost control, crossed the centre line and struck a southbound pick up truck. As a result the passenger of the northbound vehicle was ejected and ended up in the east ditch. A second northbound vehicle, in effort to avoid the collision entered the east ditch and struck the passenger that had been ejected. The 22 year old male from Thorold, Ontario died as a result of injuries sustained in this collision. The driver of the first vehicle was airlifted to hospital in Edmonton suffering from serious injuries and the operator of the southbound vehicle was taken to a local hospital with minor injuries. It was determined that the deceased was not wearing his seatbelt at the time of the initial collision.
Both matters are still under investigation with the assistance of Bonnyville RCMP Detachment and the St. Paul Collision Re Constructionist. Alcohol was not a factor in either collisions, however road condition may have played a role.
Names of both deceased are being with held pending notification of the next of kin and out of respect for the families.
St. Albert Sexual Assault suspect sought
On Wednesday, November 6, 2013, at approximately 10:00 p.m., an adult female employee of Fountain Park Pool was the victim of a sexual assault in the parking lot of that complex. As the employee approached her parked car after work, she was approached by a male suspect who grabbed her, pulled her against a car and started kissing her. She struggled, was able to break free of the man and leave the area in the safety of her car.
The suspect is described as a caucasian male in his late 20's, with brown hair and a full beard. He was approximately 6’ tall and had green eyes. RCMP investigators have not yet identified this suspect and are asking the community for their help by reviewing this police composite artist sketch to identify the suspect.
As well, residents of St. Albert are asked to practice personal safety techniques throughout their days. Employees are encouraged to walk to their cars in groups or pairs and to be vigilant about people loitering around vehicles. If a suspicious person is seen loitering around parking lots, call the St. Albert RCMP.
To review personal safety tips, the Government of Alberta has a publication available at www.solgps.alberta.ca/safe_communities/crime_prevention/Publications/We%20should%20all%20be%20safe%20from%20violence%20fact%20sheet.PDF
St. Albert RCMP is looking for your help on this crime. If you have any information about this or any crime, call the St. Albert RCMP at 780-458-7700, or if you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers. At Crime Stoppers, you do not need to reveal your identity. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to Call Display, Call Trace or tape any phone calls. If your information leads to an arrest, you qualify for a cash award up to $2,000.00. We want your tip, not your name. Call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).
Fatal collision on Highway 63
Shortly after 10:00 a.m. on December 10, 2013 Wood Buffalo RCMP were dispatched to a reported fatal collision on Highway 63 by Stoney Mountain Road. The preliminary investigation reveals that as a result of poor road conditions, there was a head on collision between a G4S Armored truck travelling northbound and a GMC pickup truck travelling southbound. The armored truck was traveling to Fort McMurray from Edmonton at the time.
The driver and sole occupant of the pickup truck was pronounced deceased on scene by paramedics upon arrival. The driver of the G4S truck was transported to hospital and later succumbed to injuries. There was another employee in the G4S truck at the time of the collision that did not sustain any injuries. No additional information regarding the deceased will be released out of respect for their families.
The highway was closed for RCMP to conduct their investigation and a traffic analyst was called to the scene. Alternating lanes of the highway were re-opened shortly after 5:00 p.m. and then fully re-opened at 11:15 p.m.
Suspects sought in Hit and Run to Hinton Canadian Tire building
On December 10th, 2013 Hinton RCMP responded to a complaint of damage done to the side of the Canadian Tire building in Hinton. The incident happened shortly after 3:10 am.
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Anyone having any information on this or any other offence are asked to call the Hinton RCMP at (780) 865-2455 or Crimestoppers at 1 800 222-TIPS.
Assault in St. Albert bar
On Friday, November 1, 2013, at approximately 1:30 a.m., a 26 year old male resident of Edmonton was assaulted at the Beer Hunter bar located on St. Albert Trail in St. Albert, Alberta. As this man prepared to leave the bar, he approached a female acquaintance to see if she needed a ride home. A male patron sitting with the acquaintance hit the man in the face with a cup, cutting the man's face and requiring him to get several stitches. The male suspect and 2 male friends fled the Beer Hunter bar right after it happened.
The male suspect is described as young, Asian, wearing a black cap and having tattoos on his right arm. He is described as having a small build and not being very tall in stature. The two friends of the suspect were described as being young white males who were tall and of medium build. The victim of this assault did not know these 3 men and had never interacted with them before.
St. Albert RCMP is looking for your help on this crime. If you have any information about this or any crime, call the St. Albert RCMP at 780-458-7700, or if you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers. At Crime Stoppers, you do not need to reveal your identity. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to Call Display, Call Trace or tape any phone calls. If your information leads to an arrest, you qualify for a cash award up to $2,000.00. We want your tip, not your name. Call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).
RCMP Red Deer City investigate fraudulent bank card use
Red Deer City RCMP have recently received several complaints about bank card fraud from people who were still in possession of their bank cards. An investigation has determined that debit machines were compromised at several Red Deer businesses, allowing thieves to steal bank card information when victims entered their bank card PIN (personal identification number) to pay for purchases. That stolen information was then used to clone the bank cards for use in the USA, where bank terminals do not require a chip the way that Canadian bank terminals do. Some of the compromised debit machines have been seized from local businesses.
If you see that your bank card has been used fraudulently, RCMP advise you to contact your bank immediately and to report the fraud to the Red Deer City RCMP complaint line at 403-343-5575.
Firearms stolen from Picture Butte area home
On December 6th, 2013 a complaint was received by Picture Butte RCMP of a Break and Enter at a rural location. Stolen from the location was 5 rifles, and other items belonging to the owner. An investigation was initiated by the Picture Butte RCMP.
During the course of the investigation, suspects were identified and a search was conducted in a residence near Picture Butte. Found inside the residence was the 5 stolen rifles, as well as a quantity of illegal drugs and paraphernalia.
One adult male and one 17 year old male, from Picture Butte have been arrested for Break, Enter and Theft. Further charges of Possession for the purpose of trafficking and firearms offences are pending.
Picture Butte RCMP are continuing their investigation.
Lloydminster Aggravated Assault suspect sought by RCMP
On October 12, 2013, Lloydminster RCMP responded to a complaint of a male that had been attacked with a weapon. The victim sustained significant injuries as a result of the assault. A warrant for arrest has been issued for 42 year old Donald Joseph Street for Aggravated Assault, who is still at large. The RCMP is requesting the assistance of the public in locating Donald Joseph Street. Street is described as Caucasian male with blonde hair and blue eyes, approximately 5'9" and 165 lbs.
Anyone with information regarding any other crime, is asked to contact the Lloydminster RCMP at (306) 825-6350, your nearest police service or any local RCMP detachment. If you wish to remain anonymous you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), via your cell phone text messaging SaskTel Mobility at *8477, text TIP206 plus your message to CRIMES (274637) or you can submit a tip online at www.crimestoppers.ab.ca If your information leads to an arrest or a case being cleared, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.00
RCMP Blackfalds investigating Mischief to rural mail boxes and Theft of Mail
Between Sunday December 8 and Monday December 9, 2013 unknown suspects knocked over, damaged and entered rural post office boxes along C & E Trail west of Red Deer. The Blackfalds RCMP are investigating multiple complaints of mischief and theft of mail from these mail boxes. Unknown suspects also damaged lights on entry gates to homes along C & E Trail. Blackfalds RCMP are continuing their investigation and are asking the public who may have knowledge of these incidents to contact Crimestoppers or the Blackfalds RCMP.
Blackfalds RCMP are also reminding rural residents who receive their mail in rural mail boxes to collect their mail frequently. With the Christmas season there is more mail with cash and small gifts being sent to love ones. This presents an increased incentive for thieves to enter the mail boxes looking for their loot.
Pay It Forward on behalf of the RCMP
With the holiday season upon us, the generous people and businesses of Grande Prairie have began to show their appreciation for the members and staff of the Grande Prairie RCMP Detachment by dropping off gifts for the police and staff of the Grande Prairie Detachment. These gifts often take the form of food and baked items. Although it is very much appreciated, the RCMP have a strict policy that prevents us from accepting gifts or tokens of gratitude. Furthermore, in previous years the detachment has often received more food that can be consumed resulting in a lot of waste.
This year the RCMP ask that in lieu of dropping off gifts of food for the detachment members and staff that you please make a donation to a local charity or a food bank in our name. We would be proud to serve the city and community through your acts of generosity.
On behalf of all the Grande Prairie Detachment police officers and staff we want to wish everyone a very happy holiday season and a prosperous, safe and happy 2014.
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