 |
| press releases |
- Hinton RCMP seek public's help to identify assault suspect
- Vacuum thieves bagged
- Wood Buffalo RCMP investigate Hit and Run
- Update on October 9, 2013 St. Albert fatal collision
- Dangerous thin ice
- Grande Prairie RCMP investigating early morning aggravated assault
- Red Deer RCMP warn public about tax and immigration scams – Update
- Search Warrant executed and stolen firearms recovered in Rocky Mountain House
- Cocaine bust in Rocky mountain House
- Cops chasing cops...the results
- Man faces multiple theft and driving charges
- Motor vehicle fatality in Cochrane
- Gas and dash in stolen truck while possessing marijuana = charges for Innisfail youth
- LRPS seeks public assistance to identify owners of recovered jewelry
- Multiple collisions on QEII
- Edmonton Major Crimes Unit investigating a sudden death
- Calgary dial-a-dope operation busted
- Two from Fort McMurray charged after dial-a-dope bust
- Witnesses sought after teenage girl struck by hit and run driver in Brooks
- LRPS charge southern Alberta man in connection with $10 million investment fraud
- Fatal train vs motor vehicle collision near Nobleford
- Medicine Hat man’s death confirmed to be homicide
- Red Deer RCMP seek public assistance in armed robbery
- Multiple vehicle thefts in Blackfalds/Lacombe area
- Building and gas well shot at near Brooks
- Red Deer RCMP seek public assistance in hit and run
- Leg traps found near Hinton trail area
- Red Deer RCMP seek public assistance to identify mugger
- Collision with tractor trailer results in charges for Beaverlodge schoolbus driver
- Police seek public's assistance in locating Edmonton woman
- ASIRT Releases further information on Medicine Hat officer-involved shooting
- Accident on Highway 40 near Grande Prairie claims man's life
- Sudden death in Red Deer deemed to be unsuspicious
- Stabbing incident at Sunchild First Nations
- Hunter receives substantial fines
- Edmonton man facing sexual assault charges for library, LRT incidents
- Sexual Assault charges in Medicine Hat
- Multi-agency Checkstops held in Rocky Mountain House area
- RCMP warn people not to expose themselves to online fraud
- Seatbelt blitz in Wood Buffalo
- Multiple charges laid after Sylvan Lake collision with Telus building causes gas leak
Hinton RCMP seek public's help to identify assault suspect
The Hinton RCMP are continuing their investigation into an assault on a female that occurred near the Beaver Boardwalk trail system on Saturday, March 22nd, 2014. Sketches of the suspect shown below are being released to the general public in hopes of identifying the person responsible for the assault.
 |
| Artist drawings of Hinton assault suspect |
Police are encouraging the public to ensure their own safety on the trail system by being aware of their surroundings, walking with a friend or dog and carrying a cellular telephone.
Should you have any information regarding the incident or know the identity of the person responsible, please call the Hinton RCMP Detachment at 1-(780)-865-2455 or Crimestoppers at 1-(800) 222-(TIPS)8477.
Vacuum thieves bagged
Red Deer RCMP have arrested the male and female responsible for the theft of two Dyson vacuum cleaners at the Red Deer Target store on March 8, 2014. More details will be released once the charges have been sworn but, in the meantime, RCMP would like to thank the public for their assistance in identifying the two suspects.
Wood Buffalo RCMP investigate Hit and Run
Wood Buffalo RCMP responded earlier today to a scene on Highway 63 north of Fort McMurray near Suncor investigating what appears to be a hit and run fatality involving a vehicle and pedestrian. Police received the call at approximately 1:25 a.m.
Wood Buffalo RCMP is advising Highway 63 has re-opened and the scene examination has been completed by a RCMP Traffic Analyst. Police also report receiving a tip which lead them to seizing a pick-up truck in the Fort McMurray area and a person of interest is being interview by police at this time. Investigators are still trying to determine the identity of the deceased man in order to complete a notification of kin.
The investigation continues and further information will be released as it becomes available.
Update on October 9, 2013 St. Albert fatal collision
At approximately 4:00 p.m., on Wednesday, October 9, 2013, St. Albert RCMP received a complaint of a collision at Hebert Drive and Akins Drive in St. Albert, Alberta. The RCMP preliminary investigation at that time indicated that a road resurfacing crew was working at this intersection. Some crew members were moving some equipment and vehicles to different locations.
One crew member, a 25 year old male resident of Edmonton, AB was struck by another crew member moving a Chevrolet pickup truck. EMS was called and emergency first aid was given to the injured crew member until EMS arrived.
The injured man was transported to Sturgeon hospital where he was pronounced dead at approximately 4:50 p.m. on October 9, 2013.
St Albert RCMP had forwarded all evidence gathered from this Collision investigation to the Crown Prosecutor's office to determine if the evidence supported the laying of any charges in this fatal collision. After a thorough review, the Office of the Crown Prosecutor has recommended that no charges be pursued in this tragic incident.
The next of kin of the deceased man have been notified but the name of the deceased is not being released by the RCMP in consideration of the family's wishes.
Road, weather, speed and alcohol are not believed to be factors in this collision.
Dangerous thin ice
St. Albert RCMP have received 2 reports recently of people walking on dangerously thin ice and would like to warn the community that ice on any ponds, creeks or the Sturgeon River at this time of year is not safe. With the wide range of temperatures that we have experienced lately, ice is thinning and can easily break through. One report involved 3 children playing on ice, so the RCMP are asking that parents warn their children to stay off any ice now.
In both reports that the RCMP received, officers were unable to locate the people that had been on the ice so they were unable to personally warn those people.
Grande Prairie RCMP investigating early morning aggravated assault
Yesterday morning March 27, 2014 at approximately 1:50 am Grande Prairie RCMP responded to a report of shots fired at a residence in the area of 98th Street and 80th Avenue. Police found a wounded male in the residence. EMS treated the injured male on scene and transported him to hospital. The male remains hospitalized in serious condition.
Police believe this was a targeted incident. RCMP have obtained a warrant for the arrest of Justin LIZOTTE, a 23 year old male from Grande Prairie. Lizotte is described as 6 feet 1 inches tall, 201 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes (photograph is attached). Lizotte was already wanted on a number of outstanding warrants for matters unrelated to this investigation at the time of the shooting.
Police are asking anyone who may have information about this shooting or know the whereabouts of Lizotte to contact the Grande Prairie RCMP at 780-830-5701 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. Police believe Lizotte is armed, dangerous and should not be approached.
Red Deer RCMP warn public about tax and immigration scams – Update
Red Deer RCMP continue to receive complaints of tax and immigration scams. RCMP investigations so far have determined that the scammers are targeting people of South Asian ethnicity. Information received from the complainants indicate that the callers themselves speak with accents that sound South Asian.
The callers claim to represent Canada Revenue Agency and/ or Citizenship and Immigration Canada, and to ask for payment in gift cards or pre-paid credit cards. This scam is being reported across Canada.
People are encouraged to share this information widely with those who they think might be potential targets. March is Fraud Prevention Month and Red Deer City RCMP urge you to arm yourself and the vulnerable people in your life by learning how to recognize and protect yourself from fraud.
How to report fraud:
If you have not lost money but suspect you have been targeted, contact the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre:
1-888-495-8501 or report online at www.antifraudcentre.ca
If you receive a suspicious email soliciting your financial information, advise the bank/ agency involved.
If you are a victim of fraud, contact your local police and the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre:
Red Deer RCMP complaint line: 403-343-5575
Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre: 1-888-495-8501 or report online at www.antifraudcentre.ca
For more information, visit the Scams and Fraud section of the RCMP website: www.rcmp-grc.ab.ca
Wood Buffalo RCMP responded earlier today to a scene on Highway 63 north of Fort McMurray near Suncor investigating what appears to be a hit and run fatality involving a vehicle and pedestrian. Police received the call at approximately 1:25 a.m.
Wood Buffalo RCMP is advising Highway 63 has re-opened and the scene examination has been completed by a RCMP Traffic Analyst. Police also report receiving a tip which lead them to seizing a pick-up truck in the Fort McMurray area and a person of interest is being interview by police at this time. Investigators are still trying to determine the identity of the deceased man in order to complete a notification of kin.
The investigation continues and further information will be released as it becomes available.
At approximately 4:00 p.m., on Wednesday, October 9, 2013, St. Albert RCMP received a complaint of a collision at Hebert Drive and Akins Drive in St. Albert, Alberta. The RCMP preliminary investigation at that time indicated that a road resurfacing crew was working at this intersection. Some crew members were moving some equipment and vehicles to different locations.
One crew member, a 25 year old male resident of Edmonton, AB was struck by another crew member moving a Chevrolet pickup truck. EMS was called and emergency first aid was given to the injured crew member until EMS arrived.
The injured man was transported to Sturgeon hospital where he was pronounced dead at approximately 4:50 p.m. on October 9, 2013.
St Albert RCMP had forwarded all evidence gathered from this Collision investigation to the Crown Prosecutor's office to determine if the evidence supported the laying of any charges in this fatal collision. After a thorough review, the Office of the Crown Prosecutor has recommended that no charges be pursued in this tragic incident.
The next of kin of the deceased man have been notified but the name of the deceased is not being released by the RCMP in consideration of the family's wishes.
Road, weather, speed and alcohol are not believed to be factors in this collision.
St. Albert RCMP have received 2 reports recently of people walking on dangerously thin ice and would like to warn the community that ice on any ponds, creeks or the Sturgeon River at this time of year is not safe. With the wide range of temperatures that we have experienced lately, ice is thinning and can easily break through. One report involved 3 children playing on ice, so the RCMP are asking that parents warn their children to stay off any ice now.
In both reports that the RCMP received, officers were unable to locate the people that had been on the ice so they were unable to personally warn those people.
Yesterday morning March 27, 2014 at approximately 1:50 am Grande Prairie RCMP responded to a report of shots fired at a residence in the area of 98th Street and 80th Avenue. Police found a wounded male in the residence. EMS treated the injured male on scene and transported him to hospital. The male remains hospitalized in serious condition.
Police believe this was a targeted incident. RCMP have obtained a warrant for the arrest of Justin LIZOTTE, a 23 year old male from Grande Prairie. Lizotte is described as 6 feet 1 inches tall, 201 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes (photograph is attached). Lizotte was already wanted on a number of outstanding warrants for matters unrelated to this investigation at the time of the shooting.
Police are asking anyone who may have information about this shooting or know the whereabouts of Lizotte to contact the Grande Prairie RCMP at 780-830-5701 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. Police believe Lizotte is armed, dangerous and should not be approached.
Red Deer RCMP continue to receive complaints of tax and immigration scams. RCMP investigations so far have determined that the scammers are targeting people of South Asian ethnicity. Information received from the complainants indicate that the callers themselves speak with accents that sound South Asian.
The callers claim to represent Canada Revenue Agency and/ or Citizenship and Immigration Canada, and to ask for payment in gift cards or pre-paid credit cards. This scam is being reported across Canada.
People are encouraged to share this information widely with those who they think might be potential targets. March is Fraud Prevention Month and Red Deer City RCMP urge you to arm yourself and the vulnerable people in your life by learning how to recognize and protect yourself from fraud.
How to report fraud:
If you have not lost money but suspect you have been targeted, contact the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre:
1-888-495-8501 or report online at www.antifraudcentre.ca
If you receive a suspicious email soliciting your financial information, advise the bank/ agency involved.
If you are a victim of fraud, contact your local police and the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre:
Red Deer RCMP complaint line: 403-343-5575
Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre: 1-888-495-8501 or report online at www.antifraudcentre.ca
For more information, visit the Scams and Fraud section of the RCMP website: www.rcmp-grc.ab.ca
On Friday March 21, 2014 Rocky Mountain House RCMP executed a search warrant on a residence in Rocky Mountain House in relation to stolen firearms. Subsequent to the warrant, two firearms and numerous other weapons were seized. A 50 year old Rocky Mountain House man is facing charges in relation to possession of stolen property, unauthorized possession of firearms, and careless storage of firearms.
He is slated to appear in Rocky Mountain House court on April 30th, 2014.
On March 13, 2014 Rocky Mountain House RCMP members executed a Search Warrant on a residence located in Rocky Mountain House, Alberta. RCMP members seized quantity's of Crack Cocaine and Cocaine from the residence along with other drug paraphernalia. The drugs have an approximate street value of $1000.00.
A female from Rocky Mountain House is facing charges of Trafficking a Controlled Substance and Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking a Controlled Substance and is scheduled to attend court in Rocky Mountain House.
Hard work pays off. More than fifty runners and volunteers from “K” Division attended the Baker to Vegas Law Enforcement Challenge Cup relay from March 22-23, 2014. Alberta’s provincial police force represented two of only three Canadian teams who travelled to the U.S. to participate in a 120-mile gruelling race through Death Valley from Baker, California to Las Vegas, Nevada.
The open team placed 35th in their category, and 195th overall, improving their time by 50 minutes from 2013 and running two hours faster than in 2012. The women’s team placed ninth in their category, finishing in 19:52. They also showed significant improvement, shaving 88 minutes off their time since 2012.
The relay is the largest law enforcement event of its kind in the world, celebrating teamwork, camaraderie, physical fitness and competition. Though American law enforcement agencies comprise the bulk of the racers (257 teams from 145 different law enforcement agencies), teams come from all over the world to challenge each other.
“The biggest highlight of participating has to be the ésprit de corps,” says Cst. Heidi Ravenhill of the Historical Homicide Unit, who has participated in the race for six years. “This year we raised $2,500 for the Leukemia and Lymphoma society of Alberta in memory of Ret. Supt. Ed Spaans, who passed away in 2012.”
"The challenging physical conditions and complex logistical elements of the race bring out the very best in our members," says Cpl. D'Arcy Swabey, captain of the open team. "Our American counterparts shake their heads when we tell them that three weeks prior to this event, most of our runners were training in -40 C temperatures in order to complete their hill programs."
RCMP members and volunteers come from Edmonton, Strathcona County, Lloydminster, Wood Buffalo, Grande Prairie, Calgary, and Slave Lake.
As a result of the investigation undertaken by Blackfalds Detachment a twenty nine year old male, Jesse BISSONETTE, formerly of Blackfalds, has been charged with eight(8) counts of Possession of Stolen Property, one(1) count of Dangerous Driving and one(1) count of Flight from Police. The Dangerous Driving and Flight from Police charges stem from an incident on March 25, 2014 where BISSONETTE was operating the stolen Pontiac Grand Am on highway 2 south of Red Deer and passed a RCMP vehicle at a high rate of speed. When the RCMP vehicle initiated its emergency lights the Grand Am fled and eventually ended up on a dead end road south east of Red Deer. A second RCMP vehicle, that was assisting to get the vehicle stopped, was then struck as the Pontiac Grand Am intentionally swerved to avoid being apprehended by Police.
BISSONETTE's first appearance is scheduled for April 4. 2014 at the Red Deer Provincial Court House.
On March 28th at approximately 3:00 am Cochrane RCMP responded to a collision on Highway 567 near Big Hill Springs Park. Upon arrival, a small car was located down an embankment, and a male was found deceased near the vehicle at the scene. The actual cause of death is still under investigation, however foul play in not suspected at this time. The scene is still being investigated by Cochrane RCMP as well as an RCMP Collision Re-constructionist, Forensic Identification Section and Cochrane General Investigation Section. The male has not been positively identified at this time, and no name will be released.
Gas and dash in stolen truck while possessing marijuana = charges for Innisfail youth
In the late evening of March 27, 2014 RCMP Innisfail received a complaint of theft of fuel (gas and dash) from the Penhold Fas Gas. The vehicle responsible was located in Innisfail by patrolling officers a short time later and stopped. 3 youths were arrested at the time of the stop. Investigation revealed the vehicle, a 2011 Ford F350 pickup, was reported stolen to the Lacombe Police Service earlier this month.
A search of the vehicle uncovered stolen licence plates and a quantity of marihuana. 1 Innisfail youth, that cannot be named under the Youth Criminal Justice Act is charged with 5 Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act charges including: possession of stolen property over $5000, possession of stolen property under $5000 (2 counts), theft of fuel and possession of marihuana. The youth is also charged for possession of stolen property over $5000 in relation to another matter that was under investigation at the time in relation to a stolen vehicle recovered in Innisfail in February 2014.
LRPS seeks public assistance to identify owners of recovered jewelry
Lethbridge Regional Police are seeking the public’s help to identify the rightful owners of numerous pieces of recovered jewelry.
In July 2011 an anonymous person turned in two rings that had been found at the Lethbridge Courthouse. In the spring of 2011 police executed a search warrant at a southside home along Lakehill Crescent in connection with a drug investigation. Inside the home police recovered more than 40 pieces of jewelry including rings, necklaces, watches, bracelets and diamonds. Police believe the items in this case were previously stolen and traded for drugs.
Attempts to identify the owners of the jewelry have been unsuccessful to date.
A photo booklet of the recovered items can be viewed by clicking here.
Anyone who recognizes an item is asked to contact Cst. Vanhala of the Priority Crimes Unit at 403-330-5033.
All owners will be required to provide proof of ownership in order for any property to be returned.
Multiple collisions on QEII
The poor weather and driving conditions on Highway #2 North of the City of Calgary led to a busy morning March 27 for officers in the Airdrie Integrated Traffic Unit, responding to 5 collisions on the QEII between 7:00 am and 9:00 am, including a multi vehicle collision near the Highway 72 overpass near Crossfield, Alberta.
Shortly before 9:00 am, a semi tractor unit without a trailer was southbound on Highway #2 when the driver lost control, entering the center median and making contact with the cable barrier. The semi crossed into the north bound lanes before the cable barrier was able to redirect the out of control semi truck back into the center median. At the same time, the driver of a northbound Honda CRV, took evasive actions in an attempt to avoid the semi. The cable barrier, together with the quick reactions of the northbound driver, prevented a head on collision.
Minutes later, a second semi tractor unit, pulling an empty 53 foot box trailer, was also southbound on Highway #2 and lost control, crossing over the newly damaged cable barrier. Two other vehicles were northbound at that time, having just driven past the first collision, both of these drivers were able to react quickly to also avoid head on collisions with the second out of control semi tractor unit. One vehicle entered the ditch and the second vehicle swerved, however, still made minor contact with the semi tractor unit.
LRPS seeks public assistance to identify owners of recovered jewelry
Lethbridge Regional Police are seeking the public’s help to identify the rightful owners of numerous pieces of recovered jewelry.
In July 2011 an anonymous person turned in two rings that had been found at the Lethbridge Courthouse. In the spring of 2011 police executed a search warrant at a southside home along Lakehill Crescent in connection with a drug investigation. Inside the home police recovered more than 40 pieces of jewelry including rings, necklaces, watches, bracelets and diamonds. Police believe the items in this case were previously stolen and traded for drugs.
Attempts to identify the owners of the jewelry have been unsuccessful to date.
A photo booklet of the recovered items can be viewed by clicking here.
Anyone who recognizes an item is asked to contact Cst. Vanhala of the Priority Crimes Unit at 403-330-5033.
All owners will be required to provide proof of ownership in order for any property to be returned.
Multiple collisions on QEII
The poor weather and driving conditions on Highway #2 North of the City of Calgary led to a busy morning March 27 for officers in the Airdrie Integrated Traffic Unit, responding to 5 collisions on the QEII between 7:00 am and 9:00 am, including a multi vehicle collision near the Highway 72 overpass near Crossfield, Alberta.
Shortly before 9:00 am, a semi tractor unit without a trailer was southbound on Highway #2 when the driver lost control, entering the center median and making contact with the cable barrier. The semi crossed into the north bound lanes before the cable barrier was able to redirect the out of control semi truck back into the center median. At the same time, the driver of a northbound Honda CRV, took evasive actions in an attempt to avoid the semi. The cable barrier, together with the quick reactions of the northbound driver, prevented a head on collision.
Minutes later, a second semi tractor unit, pulling an empty 53 foot box trailer, was also southbound on Highway #2 and lost control, crossing over the newly damaged cable barrier. Two other vehicles were northbound at that time, having just driven past the first collision, both of these drivers were able to react quickly to also avoid head on collisions with the second out of control semi tractor unit. One vehicle entered the ditch and the second vehicle swerved, however, still made minor contact with the semi tractor unit.
Miraculously, there were no injuries at either scene. The photos above shows the cable barrier wrapped around the driver's side of the first semi tractor unit. The semi's tire marks are visible, showing how the semi tractor unit was pulled back into the center median by the cable barrier, preventing a head on collision.
Traffic was reduced to one lane north bound for an hour and a half while emergency services investigated and cleaned up the scene. The road and weather conditions remain poor in the area.
Having just cleared the scene, officers were returning to Airdrie, when a smaller compact car was observed traveling northbound on Highway #2 at an extremely high rate of speed, just South of where the collisions had just been cleaned up. An alleged speed reading was obtained on radar of 151km/h in the posted maximum 110km/h zone. The speeding car had to slow down due to the traffic back log and an officer was able to stop the car at the Highway 72 overpass. The driver, a 68 year old male from Calgary, has been issued violation tickets for speeding and careless driving.
Traffic was reduced to one lane north bound for an hour and a half while emergency services investigated and cleaned up the scene. The road and weather conditions remain poor in the area.
Having just cleared the scene, officers were returning to Airdrie, when a smaller compact car was observed traveling northbound on Highway #2 at an extremely high rate of speed, just South of where the collisions had just been cleaned up. An alleged speed reading was obtained on radar of 151km/h in the posted maximum 110km/h zone. The speeding car had to slow down due to the traffic back log and an officer was able to stop the car at the Highway 72 overpass. The driver, a 68 year old male from Calgary, has been issued violation tickets for speeding and careless driving.
Edmonton Major Crimes Unit investigating a sudden death
On March 24, 2014 at approximately 10:00 am, Smoky Lake RCMP officers responded to a call of found human remains at a rural location within the County of Smoky Lake. The RCMP Major Crime Unit from Edmonton is investigating.
The date and time of an autopsy at the Edmonton Medical Examiner office have yet to be determined. The identity of the man is withheld pending next of kin notification.
Further information will be released at a later date.
Calgary dial-a-dope operation busted
The Calgary Police Service has charged several people following an investigation into a dial-a-dope operation.
On Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2014, members of the Drug Unit concluded an eight-month probe into the trafficking of MDMA, also known as ecstasy, marijuana, and cocaine. It’s alleged the men were involved in selling drugs throughout Calgary.
Three homes, located in Forest Lawn, Penbrooke and Scarboro, were searched during the investigation, and as a result drugs and paraphernalia were located.
In total, officers seized more than 900 grams of MDMA worth $55,000, 355 grams of cocaine worth $35,000, and 400 grams of marijuana worth nearly $4,000.
Three men, Tyler Scott HADAY, 24, Kristopher James RAE, 25, and Daniel Eric THERIAULT, 26, face more than 40 drug-related charges in connection with the case.
HADAY is next scheduled to appear in court on Monday, March 31, 2014. RAE and THERIAULT are next scheduled to appear in court on Tuesday, April 8, 2014.
At approximately 12:00 pm on March 20, 2014 a teenage girl was crossing 2 street west on Cassils road with her friends. A vehicle hit the youth causing her to fall forward and receive minor injuries. The vehicle involved in the incident did not stop.
Police are looking for any witnesses to identify the vehicle and driver.
If you have information on the incident please contact Brooks RCMP Detachment at 403-794-4400 or to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. You do not have to reveal your identity to Crime Stoppers. If you provide information to Crime Stoppers that could lead to an arrest, the recovery of stolen property of the seizure of illicit drugs you could be eligible for a cash reward. Information is also available on the web at www.brookscrimestoppers.com.
Lethbridge Regional Police have charged a Diamond City man with fraud in connection with a $10 million plus investment scheme.
In 2012 police received a complaint of an investment scheme and initiated an investigation. Members of the Economic Crimes Section determined that between 2008 and 2011 Nature Zone Environmental Solutions, working in partnership with a southern Alberta man, solicited investments totaling between $10 and $15 million from numerous investors across Canada based on false claims that the man had secured patents in relation to water and soil remediation technology. In November 2011 Nature Zone went bankrupt.
On March 24, 2014 a 56-year-old male attended the police station and was subsequently arrested and charged.
Alan Lloyd Kirby, 56, of Diamond City, is charged with one global count of fraud over $5,000. Kirby was scheduled to appear in court today.
Red Deer RCMP seek public assistance in armed robbery
At approximately 2:25 am on March 18, 2014, Red Deer RCMP responded to a complaint of a robbery at the Express 24 at 88 Howarth Street in Red Deer, Alberta. The suspect was wielding a knife and left with an undisclosed amount of cash and several packs of cigarettes. The suspect left via the back alley, but his direction of travel is not known.
The suspect is described as wearing a black superman hat with a black scarf over his face, and a blue shirt over a white long sleeved shirt.
No surveillance photos are available at this time.
Anyone with information that may assist the police in identifying this suspect is asked to call Red Deer 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.
Multiple vehicle thefts in Blackfalds/Lacombe area
Between March 23 and March 25, 2014 the Blackfalds RCMP received 6 complaints of motor vehicles being stolen from Blackfalds and the rural area southeast of Lacombe, Alberta. The initial vehicle was stolen late on March 23, 2014 from within Blackfalds, Alberta. The subsequent vehicles, trucks, cars and a quad were stolen from rural residences in the early morning hours of March 25, 2014. Investigation revealed that a Chevrolet Cavalier was stolen from one rural residence and then left at a second nearby rural residence where a Ford F150 was stolen. The Ford F150 was left at another rural residence where a Honda Trax quad was stolen. The Honda 4 Trax was then left at another rural residence where a Chevrolet 1/2 ton truck was stolen. The stolen Chevrolet 1/2 ton truck and a Ford F350 (which was the original vehicle stored from Blackfalds) were abandoned on Range Road 261 just north of Township Road 402. A short walking distance from where these two vehicles were abandoned two more vehicles, a Pontiac Grand Am and a Ford 3/4 ton were stolen from closed buildings. The Ford 3/4 ton has since been recovered.
Two common thread through all these thefts are 1) the same culprits are responsible for all the thefts and 2) The keys are left in the vehicles and the vehicles are left unlocked. The Blackfalds RCMP are reminding rural residents that thieves are targeting rural properties for vehicle thefts so remove the keys from the vehicles, lock your vehicles and secure garages and outbuildings where vehicles may be kept.
The Blackfalds RCMP continue to investigate these thefts and are asking for the public's assistance in identifying the persons responsible for this series of thefts. The public are asked to call Crimestopper or the Blackfalds RCMP with any information on this crime spree.
Building and gas well shot at near Brooks
Brooks RCMP are currently investigating two incidents of Careless Use of a Firearm. The two incidents are believed to be related. Sometime from early February to March 23rd 2014, an unknown person or persons fired multiple shots from a high powered rifle causing extensive damage to an Eastern Irrigation District flow control building and a Cenovus sour gas well site. Both sites were located along Silver Sage road outside Brooks. Damages are estimated to be over $100,000.
RCMP are requesting the assistance of the public in the identifying those responsible for these crimes. If you have any information regarding either incident please contact the Brooks RCMP Detachment at (403) 794 4400, Brooks & District Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), or visit www.brookscrimestoppers.com.
Red Deer RCMP seek public assistance in hit and run
At approximately 3:00 pm on March 25, 2014, Red Deer RCMP responded to a complaint of a hit and run on Nolan Street in Red Deer, Alberta. The victim of the hit and run was putting his children into his vehicle when an older minivan drove past and hit the door of the victim’s car. The van sped away without stopping, but the side mirror from the suspect vehicle was broken off and left behind. The victim and his children were not injured.
No license plate was obtained, but the damaged mirror was identified as belonging to a green 1995-1998 Ford Windstar van. Witnesses described the hit and run suspect as an Asian female with long, dark hair who appeared to be in her mid-40s. Patrols in the area did not turn up any suspects.
Failing to stop or remain at the scene of a collision is a Criminal Code violation. Anyone with information that may assist the police in identifying this suspect is asked to call Red Deer 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.
Leg traps found near Hinton trail area
Hinton RCMP would like to advise the public of leg-hold traps that were found on March 26, 2014 in the forest area near the Beaver Boardwalk Trail System. Four open traps were found armed underneath a light dusting of snow. This poses a significant risk to people and their pets who use the area. Hinton RCMP are asking the public to be very careful when utilizing the area, to keep dogs on a leash and stay only on marked trails. Police do not know at this time who is setting the traps or if other traps have been set in the area.
If anyone has any information regarding who may be responsible for setting the traps , please call Hinton RCMP at 780-865-2455, Fish and Wildlife at 780-865-8264 or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
Red Deer RCMP seek public assistance to identify mugger
At approximately 8:45 pm on March 20, 2014, Red Deer RCMP responded to a complaint of a mugging in the area of 48 Avenue and 54 Street in Red Deer, Alberta. The male victim was walking south on 48 Avenue when he was approached by a male who threatened to cut him unless the victim gave him money. The victim was not carrying cash but the suspect took his lighter. The victim ran away and the suspect continued to walk southbound on 48 Avenue.
RCMP made extensive patrols of the downtown core but were unable to locate anyone matching the description.
The suspect is described as:
Anyone with information that may assist the police in identifying this suspect is asked to call Red Deer 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.
Collision with tractor trailer results in charges for Beaverlodge schoolbus driver
RCMP have charged the driver of the school bus that was involved in a collision with a tractor trailer in February of this year with a provincial traffic violation offence.
After a detailed investigation into the cause of a collision between a school bus and tractor trailer that occurred on February 18, 2014 the Beaverlodge RCMP have charged the female driver of the school bus, 41 year old Jan Fishleigh, of Valhalla Centre, with failing to proceed safely after stopping at an intersection, a violation under the Use of Highway and Rules of the Road Regulations. Fishleigh is scheduled to appear in Grande Prairie Provincial Court on April 30, 2014.
Ten of the twelve children aboard the school bus were taken to Beaverlodge and Grande Prairie hospitals by ambulance for treatment of a variety of injuries but there were no fatalities.
Investigators believe there may be additional complainants
The Edmonton Police Service Child Protection Section has charged a 42-year-old Edmonton man with sexual assault charges in connection with a pair of separate incidents, the most recent involving a young girl at a downtown library.
It was reported that on Monday, Feb. 24, 2014, at approximately 4:45 p.m., a male suspect approached and struck up a conversation with a 10-year-old girl in the children’s section of a public library near Sir Winston Churchill Square. The suspect is then alleged to have sexually assaulted the complainant, before fleeing the library on foot.
Child Protection Section investigators identified and arrested the accused on Wednesday, March 12, 2014, thanks in part to the assistance of library staff and Downtown Division members.
Investigators have also since charged the accused with another alleged sexual assault that occurred on March 11, 2014. It was reported that the accused approached and groped a 13-year-old female complainant, while walking on the Southgate LRT platform, at approximately 3 p.m., Tuesday, March 11, 2014.
Calvin Soosay, 42, is charged with sexual assault (x2), sexual interference (x2) andbreach of probation (x2).
The EPS Child Protection Section continues to investigate and is encouraging witnesses and/or other complainants to contact the Edmonton Police Service at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone. Anonymous information can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.tipsubmit.com/start.htm.
On March 24, 2014 at approximately 10:00 am, Smoky Lake RCMP officers responded to a call of found human remains at a rural location within the County of Smoky Lake. The RCMP Major Crime Unit from Edmonton is investigating.
The date and time of an autopsy at the Edmonton Medical Examiner office have yet to be determined. The identity of the man is withheld pending next of kin notification.
Further information will be released at a later date.
Calgary dial-a-dope operation busted
The Calgary Police Service has charged several people following an investigation into a dial-a-dope operation.
On Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2014, members of the Drug Unit concluded an eight-month probe into the trafficking of MDMA, also known as ecstasy, marijuana, and cocaine. It’s alleged the men were involved in selling drugs throughout Calgary.
Three homes, located in Forest Lawn, Penbrooke and Scarboro, were searched during the investigation, and as a result drugs and paraphernalia were located.
In total, officers seized more than 900 grams of MDMA worth $55,000, 355 grams of cocaine worth $35,000, and 400 grams of marijuana worth nearly $4,000.
Three men, Tyler Scott HADAY, 24, Kristopher James RAE, 25, and Daniel Eric THERIAULT, 26, face more than 40 drug-related charges in connection with the case.
HADAY is next scheduled to appear in court on Monday, March 31, 2014. RAE and THERIAULT are next scheduled to appear in court on Tuesday, April 8, 2014.
Two from Fort McMurray charged after dial-a-dope bust
On Friday, March 21st, the Spruce Grove/Stony Plain RCMP Drug Section wrapped up an investigation with the arrest of two males alleged to have been trafficking cocaine throughout the Spruce Grove/Stony Plain/Parkland County region.
25 year old Codie FRAKES of Edmonton, and 21 year old Erik MOORE of Fort McMurray, both stand charged with:
Codie FRAKES was released from custody with a $2000 cash deposit, with a curfew condition stipulating that he remain in his home between 10 pm and 6 am daily.
Erik MOORE was released from custody with a $1000 cash deposit, with the same condition, a curfew between 10 pm and 6 am daily.
Witnesses sought after teenage girl struck by hit and run driver in Brooks
Brooks RCMP are investigating Pedestrian Hit and Run involving a teenage girl who was hit by a vehicle while she as she was crossing 2 street west on Cassils Road.
25 year old Codie FRAKES of Edmonton, and 21 year old Erik MOORE of Fort McMurray, both stand charged with:
- s. 5(2) Controlled Drugs and Substance Act- possession of Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking (cocaine)
- s. 88 Criminal Code- possession of weapon for dangerous purpose (baton, folding knife, bear spray)
- s. 355(1) Criminal Code- possession of property obtained by crime over $5000
 |
| Drug money |
 |
| Packaged cocaine |
Erik MOORE was released from custody with a $1000 cash deposit, with the same condition, a curfew between 10 pm and 6 am daily.
Witnesses sought after teenage girl struck by hit and run driver in Brooks
Brooks RCMP are investigating Pedestrian Hit and Run involving a teenage girl who was hit by a vehicle while she as she was crossing 2 street west on Cassils Road.
At approximately 12:00 pm on March 20, 2014 a teenage girl was crossing 2 street west on Cassils road with her friends. A vehicle hit the youth causing her to fall forward and receive minor injuries. The vehicle involved in the incident did not stop.
Police are looking for any witnesses to identify the vehicle and driver.
If you have information on the incident please contact Brooks RCMP Detachment at 403-794-4400 or to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. You do not have to reveal your identity to Crime Stoppers. If you provide information to Crime Stoppers that could lead to an arrest, the recovery of stolen property of the seizure of illicit drugs you could be eligible for a cash reward. Information is also available on the web at www.brookscrimestoppers.com.
LRPS charge southern Alberta man in connection with $10 million investment fraud
Lethbridge Regional Police have charged a Diamond City man with fraud in connection with a $10 million plus investment scheme.
In 2012 police received a complaint of an investment scheme and initiated an investigation. Members of the Economic Crimes Section determined that between 2008 and 2011 Nature Zone Environmental Solutions, working in partnership with a southern Alberta man, solicited investments totaling between $10 and $15 million from numerous investors across Canada based on false claims that the man had secured patents in relation to water and soil remediation technology. In November 2011 Nature Zone went bankrupt.
On March 24, 2014 a 56-year-old male attended the police station and was subsequently arrested and charged.
Alan Lloyd Kirby, 56, of Diamond City, is charged with one global count of fraud over $5,000. Kirby was scheduled to appear in court today.
Fatal train vs motor vehicle collision near Nobleford
Today, March 26th at 2:07 p.m. Picture Butte RCMP and Coalhurst Fire Department responded to a call of a Motor Vehicle collision involving a a CP Rail train and a small vehicle near Range Road 230 and Township Road 104. This location is southeast of the town of Nobleford, Alberta. A 73 year old male, was driving a GEO Tracker West on a gravel township Road when it collided with a South bound train. The vehicle, a Geo Tracker was struck in the sideinto the ditch upon impact. The driver sustained life threatening injuries and was pronounced dead by Emergency Medical personnel. The train incurred minor damages and remained on the tracks.
The name of the deceased is being with held pending notification of next of kin. RCMP are still investigating the cause of the collision. Weather, speed and alcohol are not believed to be factors in the collision.
Today, March 26th at 2:07 p.m. Picture Butte RCMP and Coalhurst Fire Department responded to a call of a Motor Vehicle collision involving a a CP Rail train and a small vehicle near Range Road 230 and Township Road 104. This location is southeast of the town of Nobleford, Alberta. A 73 year old male, was driving a GEO Tracker West on a gravel township Road when it collided with a South bound train. The vehicle, a Geo Tracker was struck in the sideinto the ditch upon impact. The driver sustained life threatening injuries and was pronounced dead by Emergency Medical personnel. The train incurred minor damages and remained on the tracks.
The name of the deceased is being with held pending notification of next of kin. RCMP are still investigating the cause of the collision. Weather, speed and alcohol are not believed to be factors in the collision.
Medicine Hat man’s death confirmed to be homicide
An autopsy completed in Calgary yesterday has confirmed the identity of Chester HUNCHAK, age 67. His body was located by police at a residence south of Medicine Hat on Saturday, March 22, 2014. HUNCHAK’s death has been confirmed a homicide; however the manner of death is not being disclosed at this time. The identity of the male subject shot by police at the same property has been confirmed as Christopher ARKELL, age 50. He was also the resident of the property.
On Saturday, March 22, 2014, the RCMP was called to a residence just outside the Medicine Hat city limits to support the Medicine Hat Police Service (MHPS), who were conducting a missing person investigation. During this investigation, MHPS were confronted by an armed male. The RCMP assisted the MHPS and a dialogue was established with the male who has now been identified as Christopher ARKELL. ARKELL had also called the MHPS during that time and threatened to shoot police officers.
During the course of events, police observed ARKELL pull a person that appeared to be unconscious or deceased, from behind the residence and into their view. This was HUNCHAK, who was already deceased. Shortly after a further confrontation, ARKELL was shot by police.
As ASIRT is continuing their investigation into police involvement in this incident, no further details surrounding this investigation will be disclosed at this time.
At approximately 2:25 am on March 18, 2014, Red Deer RCMP responded to a complaint of a robbery at the Express 24 at 88 Howarth Street in Red Deer, Alberta. The suspect was wielding a knife and left with an undisclosed amount of cash and several packs of cigarettes. The suspect left via the back alley, but his direction of travel is not known.
The suspect is described as wearing a black superman hat with a black scarf over his face, and a blue shirt over a white long sleeved shirt.
No surveillance photos are available at this time.
Anyone with information that may assist the police in identifying this suspect is asked to call Red Deer 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.
Between March 23 and March 25, 2014 the Blackfalds RCMP received 6 complaints of motor vehicles being stolen from Blackfalds and the rural area southeast of Lacombe, Alberta. The initial vehicle was stolen late on March 23, 2014 from within Blackfalds, Alberta. The subsequent vehicles, trucks, cars and a quad were stolen from rural residences in the early morning hours of March 25, 2014. Investigation revealed that a Chevrolet Cavalier was stolen from one rural residence and then left at a second nearby rural residence where a Ford F150 was stolen. The Ford F150 was left at another rural residence where a Honda Trax quad was stolen. The Honda 4 Trax was then left at another rural residence where a Chevrolet 1/2 ton truck was stolen. The stolen Chevrolet 1/2 ton truck and a Ford F350 (which was the original vehicle stored from Blackfalds) were abandoned on Range Road 261 just north of Township Road 402. A short walking distance from where these two vehicles were abandoned two more vehicles, a Pontiac Grand Am and a Ford 3/4 ton were stolen from closed buildings. The Ford 3/4 ton has since been recovered.
Two common thread through all these thefts are 1) the same culprits are responsible for all the thefts and 2) The keys are left in the vehicles and the vehicles are left unlocked. The Blackfalds RCMP are reminding rural residents that thieves are targeting rural properties for vehicle thefts so remove the keys from the vehicles, lock your vehicles and secure garages and outbuildings where vehicles may be kept.
The Blackfalds RCMP continue to investigate these thefts and are asking for the public's assistance in identifying the persons responsible for this series of thefts. The public are asked to call Crimestopper or the Blackfalds RCMP with any information on this crime spree.
Brooks RCMP are currently investigating two incidents of Careless Use of a Firearm. The two incidents are believed to be related. Sometime from early February to March 23rd 2014, an unknown person or persons fired multiple shots from a high powered rifle causing extensive damage to an Eastern Irrigation District flow control building and a Cenovus sour gas well site. Both sites were located along Silver Sage road outside Brooks. Damages are estimated to be over $100,000.
RCMP are requesting the assistance of the public in the identifying those responsible for these crimes. If you have any information regarding either incident please contact the Brooks RCMP Detachment at (403) 794 4400, Brooks & District Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), or visit www.brookscrimestoppers.com.
At approximately 3:00 pm on March 25, 2014, Red Deer RCMP responded to a complaint of a hit and run on Nolan Street in Red Deer, Alberta. The victim of the hit and run was putting his children into his vehicle when an older minivan drove past and hit the door of the victim’s car. The van sped away without stopping, but the side mirror from the suspect vehicle was broken off and left behind. The victim and his children were not injured.
No license plate was obtained, but the damaged mirror was identified as belonging to a green 1995-1998 Ford Windstar van. Witnesses described the hit and run suspect as an Asian female with long, dark hair who appeared to be in her mid-40s. Patrols in the area did not turn up any suspects.
Failing to stop or remain at the scene of a collision is a Criminal Code violation. Anyone with information that may assist the police in identifying this suspect is asked to call Red Deer 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.
Hinton RCMP would like to advise the public of leg-hold traps that were found on March 26, 2014 in the forest area near the Beaver Boardwalk Trail System. Four open traps were found armed underneath a light dusting of snow. This poses a significant risk to people and their pets who use the area. Hinton RCMP are asking the public to be very careful when utilizing the area, to keep dogs on a leash and stay only on marked trails. Police do not know at this time who is setting the traps or if other traps have been set in the area.
If anyone has any information regarding who may be responsible for setting the traps , please call Hinton RCMP at 780-865-2455, Fish and Wildlife at 780-865-8264 or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
At approximately 8:45 pm on March 20, 2014, Red Deer RCMP responded to a complaint of a mugging in the area of 48 Avenue and 54 Street in Red Deer, Alberta. The male victim was walking south on 48 Avenue when he was approached by a male who threatened to cut him unless the victim gave him money. The victim was not carrying cash but the suspect took his lighter. The victim ran away and the suspect continued to walk southbound on 48 Avenue.
RCMP made extensive patrols of the downtown core but were unable to locate anyone matching the description.
The suspect is described as:
- Thin
- Early 20s
- Caucasian with pimples on his face
- No tattoos, no facial hair
- Wearing a grey hoodie and dark jeans
- Carrying a black garbage bag
Anyone with information that may assist the police in identifying this suspect is asked to call Red Deer 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.
RCMP have charged the driver of the school bus that was involved in a collision with a tractor trailer in February of this year with a provincial traffic violation offence.
After a detailed investigation into the cause of a collision between a school bus and tractor trailer that occurred on February 18, 2014 the Beaverlodge RCMP have charged the female driver of the school bus, 41 year old Jan Fishleigh, of Valhalla Centre, with failing to proceed safely after stopping at an intersection, a violation under the Use of Highway and Rules of the Road Regulations. Fishleigh is scheduled to appear in Grande Prairie Provincial Court on April 30, 2014.
Ten of the twelve children aboard the school bus were taken to Beaverlodge and Grande Prairie hospitals by ambulance for treatment of a variety of injuries but there were no fatalities.
Police seek public's assistance in locating Edmonton woman
The Edmonton Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating an Edmonton woman who has not been seen since the afternoon of Saturday, March 22, 2014.
Anina Hundsdoerfer, 32, was reported missing to the EPS by her roommate on March 23, 2014. It is believed that Hundsdoerfer’s last known location was the office where she works, near 99 Avenue and 108 Street, between 1 and 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 22, 2014.
Hundsdoerfer is described as Caucasian, approximately 5’9” tall, weighing approximately 160 lbs., with brown shoulder-length hair, and blue eyes. She may be wearing a burgundy long winter coat, dark form-fitting pants, and glasses.
Hundsdoerfer operates a 2005 Toyota Echo, Medium Blue, two-door, with Alberta licence plate HUZ 936. The whereabouts of this vehicle is also unknown.
Anina Hundsdoerfer’s disappearance is out of character, and as a result, there are concerns for her well-being. There are no indications to suggest foul play, but anyone with information that may assist in locating her, or her vehicle, is asked to contact the Edmonton Police Service at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone. Anonymous information can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.tipsubmit.com/start.htm.
The Edmonton Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating an Edmonton woman who has not been seen since the afternoon of Saturday, March 22, 2014.
 |
| Missing: Anina Hundsdoerfer |
Anina Hundsdoerfer, 32, was reported missing to the EPS by her roommate on March 23, 2014. It is believed that Hundsdoerfer’s last known location was the office where she works, near 99 Avenue and 108 Street, between 1 and 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 22, 2014.
Hundsdoerfer is described as Caucasian, approximately 5’9” tall, weighing approximately 160 lbs., with brown shoulder-length hair, and blue eyes. She may be wearing a burgundy long winter coat, dark form-fitting pants, and glasses.
Hundsdoerfer operates a 2005 Toyota Echo, Medium Blue, two-door, with Alberta licence plate HUZ 936. The whereabouts of this vehicle is also unknown.
Anina Hundsdoerfer’s disappearance is out of character, and as a result, there are concerns for her well-being. There are no indications to suggest foul play, but anyone with information that may assist in locating her, or her vehicle, is asked to contact the Edmonton Police Service at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone. Anonymous information can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.tipsubmit.com/start.htm.
ASIRT Releases further information on Medicine Hat officer-involved shooting
The Alberta Serious Incident Response Team is continuing the investigation into an officer-involved shooting which occurred on March 22, 2014 at approximately 2:30 p.m. just south of the Medicine Hat city limits. A Medicine Hat Police Service officer was engaged in an investigation into a report of a missing person when the police officer drove into the driveway of the rural residence. The police officer was confronted by a male who exited the residence and pointed a firearm at the police officer.
The police officer retreated into his vehicle and immediately notified the RCMP. Additional members of the Medicine Hat Police Service attended to contain the area. There was communication between police officers and the male by phone. As a result of that communication, the police officer believed that the male was a danger to police.
A short time later the male was seen removing a body from an area at the rear of the residence. The male then entered a vehicle with a firearm and drove towards the police. One shot was fired by a Medicine Hat Police Service officer, who was aware of all of the previous details of this incident. The male died as a result of the injuries he sustained in this officer-involved shooting. The firearm that the deceased male had in his possession was recovered at the scene.
ASIRT is conducting an investigation into the actions of one Medicine Hat Police Service officer.
Arising out of the same set of circumstances, the RCMP is conducting a homicide investigation involving an individual or individuals associated to this incident.
The Medicine Hat Police Service is conducting a concurrent investigation in relation to the original report of a missing person or abduction.
This morning at approximately 7:45 a.m. a northbound semi truck collided head on with a southbound pickup truck at the intersection of Township road 692 and Highway 40 south of Grande Prairie. A number of other semi trucks also become involved in the accident. It is unknown at this stage what caused the accident but the highway will be closed for a period of time until the area can be deemed safe.
The 57 year old male driver of the pickup died at the scene as a result of the collision. The drivers name is not being released pending notification of next of kin.
Sudden death in Red Deer deemed to be unsuspicious
Just before midnight on Sunday, March 23, 2014, Red Deer RCMP responded to a report of an unconscious and apparently deceased male in the area of 48 Avenue and 53 Street in Red Deer, Alberta. On arrival, RCMP and EMS confirmed that the male was deceased.
Stabbing incident at Sunchild First Nations
On March 24, 2014 at approximately 2:40pm, Rocky Mountain House RCMP and the Ambulance Service were called to a residence on the Sunchild First Nation in response to a possible stabbing. Police attended and determined that a 46 year old male had stabbed a 43 year old female in the arm, resulting in non life threatening injuries. The people involved know each other, and alcohol was a factor.
The suspect was arrested nearby a short time after the incident. The victim was taken to local hospital for treatment and is in stable condition. Police are continuing the investigation and charges are expected. Sunchild First Nations is located approximately 50 kms Northwest of Rocky Mountain House.
Rocky RCMP have been busy and have responded to 13 Domestic Violence calls for service in the past 14 days.
Hunter receives substantial fines
In Okotoks Provincial Court today, a 43 year old male received $2,000 in fines for an incident relating back to November 2013, where the man was charged under Section 37(1) and Section 55(1) of the Wildlife Act after he failed to follow rules and regulations when harvesting an animal in the Priddis area.
The RCMP fields complaints of Illegal Poaching of animals and Trespassing on Private property regularly during hunting season in Alberta. Members of the general public are reminded to adhere to No Trespassing/No Hunting signs on private property, as well as to be aware of the surroundings you are in, other residences close by and other recreational users in the area.
The Alberta Serious Incident Response Team is continuing the investigation into an officer-involved shooting which occurred on March 22, 2014 at approximately 2:30 p.m. just south of the Medicine Hat city limits. A Medicine Hat Police Service officer was engaged in an investigation into a report of a missing person when the police officer drove into the driveway of the rural residence. The police officer was confronted by a male who exited the residence and pointed a firearm at the police officer.
The police officer retreated into his vehicle and immediately notified the RCMP. Additional members of the Medicine Hat Police Service attended to contain the area. There was communication between police officers and the male by phone. As a result of that communication, the police officer believed that the male was a danger to police.
A short time later the male was seen removing a body from an area at the rear of the residence. The male then entered a vehicle with a firearm and drove towards the police. One shot was fired by a Medicine Hat Police Service officer, who was aware of all of the previous details of this incident. The male died as a result of the injuries he sustained in this officer-involved shooting. The firearm that the deceased male had in his possession was recovered at the scene.
ASIRT is conducting an investigation into the actions of one Medicine Hat Police Service officer.
Arising out of the same set of circumstances, the RCMP is conducting a homicide investigation involving an individual or individuals associated to this incident.
The Medicine Hat Police Service is conducting a concurrent investigation in relation to the original report of a missing person or abduction.
Accident on Highway 40 near Grande Prairie claims man's life
This morning at approximately 7:45 a.m. a northbound semi truck collided head on with a southbound pickup truck at the intersection of Township road 692 and Highway 40 south of Grande Prairie. A number of other semi trucks also become involved in the accident. It is unknown at this stage what caused the accident but the highway will be closed for a period of time until the area can be deemed safe.
The 57 year old male driver of the pickup died at the scene as a result of the collision. The drivers name is not being released pending notification of next of kin.
Sudden death in Red Deer deemed to be unsuspicious
Just before midnight on Sunday, March 23, 2014, Red Deer RCMP responded to a report of an unconscious and apparently deceased male in the area of 48 Avenue and 53 Street in Red Deer, Alberta. On arrival, RCMP and EMS confirmed that the male was deceased.
An autopsy was conducted on March 24, 2014 in Calgary on the deceased man. The death is being treated as non-suspicious, and family members are being advised. RCMP will not be releasing any further details.
On March 24, 2014 at approximately 2:40pm, Rocky Mountain House RCMP and the Ambulance Service were called to a residence on the Sunchild First Nation in response to a possible stabbing. Police attended and determined that a 46 year old male had stabbed a 43 year old female in the arm, resulting in non life threatening injuries. The people involved know each other, and alcohol was a factor.
The suspect was arrested nearby a short time after the incident. The victim was taken to local hospital for treatment and is in stable condition. Police are continuing the investigation and charges are expected. Sunchild First Nations is located approximately 50 kms Northwest of Rocky Mountain House.
Rocky RCMP have been busy and have responded to 13 Domestic Violence calls for service in the past 14 days.
In Okotoks Provincial Court today, a 43 year old male received $2,000 in fines for an incident relating back to November 2013, where the man was charged under Section 37(1) and Section 55(1) of the Wildlife Act after he failed to follow rules and regulations when harvesting an animal in the Priddis area.
The RCMP fields complaints of Illegal Poaching of animals and Trespassing on Private property regularly during hunting season in Alberta. Members of the general public are reminded to adhere to No Trespassing/No Hunting signs on private property, as well as to be aware of the surroundings you are in, other residences close by and other recreational users in the area.
Edmonton man facing sexual assault charges for library, LRT incidents
Investigators believe there may be additional complainants
The Edmonton Police Service Child Protection Section has charged a 42-year-old Edmonton man with sexual assault charges in connection with a pair of separate incidents, the most recent involving a young girl at a downtown library.
 |
| Calvin Soosay |
It was reported that on Monday, Feb. 24, 2014, at approximately 4:45 p.m., a male suspect approached and struck up a conversation with a 10-year-old girl in the children’s section of a public library near Sir Winston Churchill Square. The suspect is then alleged to have sexually assaulted the complainant, before fleeing the library on foot.
Child Protection Section investigators identified and arrested the accused on Wednesday, March 12, 2014, thanks in part to the assistance of library staff and Downtown Division members.
Investigators have also since charged the accused with another alleged sexual assault that occurred on March 11, 2014. It was reported that the accused approached and groped a 13-year-old female complainant, while walking on the Southgate LRT platform, at approximately 3 p.m., Tuesday, March 11, 2014.
Calvin Soosay, 42, is charged with sexual assault (x2), sexual interference (x2) andbreach of probation (x2).
The EPS Child Protection Section continues to investigate and is encouraging witnesses and/or other complainants to contact the Edmonton Police Service at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone. Anonymous information can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.tipsubmit.com/start.htm.
Sexual Assault charges in Medicine Hat
On March 21, 2014, Medicine Hat Police Service Patrol and Major Crimes Section members attended to a complaint of domestic dispute at a residence located on Carswell Road SE. Upon arrival, police were met by a 24 year old male who had evidence of minor injuries to his face. Inside the residence police located a 15 year old female who indicated that she had been physically and sexually assaulted by the male. The male suspect was taken into custody and was subsequently charges with several offences including; sexual interference, sexual invitation to touching, sexual assault, utter Death threats, choking with intent and assault.
On March 21, 2014, Medicine Hat Police Service Patrol and Major Crimes Section members attended to a complaint of domestic dispute at a residence located on Carswell Road SE. Upon arrival, police were met by a 24 year old male who had evidence of minor injuries to his face. Inside the residence police located a 15 year old female who indicated that she had been physically and sexually assaulted by the male. The male suspect was taken into custody and was subsequently charges with several offences including; sexual interference, sexual invitation to touching, sexual assault, utter Death threats, choking with intent and assault.
A bail hearing was held with the accused and the matter was adjourned, with a court date scheduled for March 24, 2014.
Multi-agency Checkstops held in Rocky Mountain House area
In support of National Impaired Driving Enforcement Day on March 22, 2014, members of the Rocky Mountain House RCMP Detachment, Town of Rocky Mountain House Peace Officers, Alberta Fish & Wildlife Officer's, and Alberta Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Officer's, conducted several Checkstops within the town of Rocky Mountain House and Caroline area. Officers concentrated on impaired driving enforcement along with offences under the Criminal Code and Provincial Acts.
Approximately 500 vehicles were checked resulting in the following charges:
Local Enforcement agencies will continue to participate in joint checkstops in the Rocky Mountain House detachment area. Please do not drink and drive.
In support of National Impaired Driving Enforcement Day on March 22, 2014, members of the Rocky Mountain House RCMP Detachment, Town of Rocky Mountain House Peace Officers, Alberta Fish & Wildlife Officer's, and Alberta Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Officer's, conducted several Checkstops within the town of Rocky Mountain House and Caroline area. Officers concentrated on impaired driving enforcement along with offences under the Criminal Code and Provincial Acts.
Approximately 500 vehicles were checked resulting in the following charges:
- 1 impaired driving/refuse to provide breath sample
- 1 Criminal Code suspended driver
- 1 thirty day Graduated Drivers license suspension for consuming liquor
- 2 possession of Marijuana under 30 grams charges
- 1 Breach of Probation
- 1 Loaded firearm in a vehicle
- 11 violation tickets for offences under the Traffic Safety Act and related regulations
- 2 violation tickets for No insurance
- 7 violation tickets for offences under the Gaming and Liquor Act
- 12 Equipment Violations
- 2 vehicles towed
- 1 Written Warning
- Approximately 30 verbal warnings
Local Enforcement agencies will continue to participate in joint checkstops in the Rocky Mountain House detachment area. Please do not drink and drive.
RCMP warn people not to expose themselves to online fraud
Since July of 2013, Red Deer RCMP have received five complaints of Extortion by Libel from victims within the city. These situations generally involve males being approached online by females who lure them into compromising online encounters. The female suspects then approach their victims again, claiming to have recorded the encounter and threatening to post it online unless they are paid by their victims.
“It’s difficult to lay charges in cases like this, because these online profiles are fake and often they live in different countries,” says Corporal Sarah Knelsen with Red Deer RCMP. “Our advice, always, is to use the privacy settings on social media accounts, to be very cautious about whom you befriend online, and to not let anyone – friends or strangers – talk you into doing anything that you wouldn’t want your family, your employer or your friends to see.”
RCMP say instances of people being talked into taking and sharing compromising photos and videos of themselves are on the rise. “People feel safe using apps such as SnapChat, where they believe their photos are disappearing within seconds,” says Knelsen. “In reality, every time a new technology or a new update on existing technology comes along, it is followed by work-arounds by those who want to abuse it.”
RCMP suspect there may be even more instances of this type of extortion, but that victims may be too embarrassed to report it. These are relatively new issues, brought on by the popularity of social media, and its ensuing misuse by predators. Before July 2013, there were no reported cases of Extortion by Libel in Red Deer.
“Social media has so many great benefits but, as police, we see so many examples of the dark side of it,” says Knelsen. “People need to be aware of two vital things: your online actions do not disappear, and the online world is rife with predators.”
March is Fraud Prevention Month and Red Deer City RCMP would like to remind the public that, as predators continue to find creative ways to victimize trusting people, increased vigilance is necessary. The best protection is to learn how to recognize dangerous situations and fraud and protect yourself and the vulnerable people in your life from them: www.antifraudcentre.ca.
Seatbelt blitz in Wood Buffalo
On Friday March 21st, 2014 members from Wood Buffalo RCMP including Traffic Services and the Integrated Traffic Unit conducted a seatbelt blitz in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo. This blitz resulted in a total of 110 violation tickets being issued. Some of the offences included 42 seatbelt infractions, 32 distracted driving involving cell phone usage and one Impaired Driving charge. The remaining offences included various provincial statutes.
On Saturday March, 22nd, 2014 a check stop resulted in a variety of charges and arrests. Some of which included 4 Impaired Driving charges, 4 Twenty Four Hour Suspensions, 5 charges for possession under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, 7 Speeding charges (two for going 50km/hr over the speed limit), 3 Seatbelt violations, 2 Liquor Act tickets, and 26 other provincial statute offences. There were also 5 persons arrested on outstanding warrants, 2 charged with Breach of Recognizance, and 1 person charged with Breach of Conditional Sentence Order. The Wood Buffalo RCMP Victim Services Unit also participated in the check-stop and handed out information packages to the motoring public on a variety of topics.
Other members of Saturday’s enforcement initiative team included Wood Buffalo RCMP Traffic Services Unit, Strike Force Team, and the Integrated Traffic Unit which is made up of RCMP members and Alberta Sheriffs.
Both projects on the weekend are part of the commitment by Wood Buffalo RCMP Detachment to contribute to public safety on our roadways.
Multiple charges laid after Sylvan Lake collision with Telus building causes gas leak
On March 24, 2014 Sylvan Lake RCMP arrested a male in connection with a Motor Vehicle Collision which occurred on Saturday, March 22, 2014 in Sylvan Lake. In that incident, a truck crashed into the TELUS Building on 50th Avenue causing an uncontrolled gas leak which resulted in an evacuation of a part of the downtown core for approximately 9 hours. The driver (and passengers) fled the scene prior to police arrival. Later that morning, while the emergency was still on going, the owner of the vehicle reported his truck stolen to police.
Investigation has determined that the owner of the truck was in fact the driver during the collision. In total, there were 4 occupants, all of which have been identified. One male passenger, a 24 year old Sylvan Lake man suffered significant head injuries during the collision and has been treated in hospital and released.
Thomas James HANGER (21 years old) of Three Hills, Alberta has been charged with the following offences:
A Bail Hearing has been conducted on HANGER and he has been released on a $500 cash Recognizance with numerous conditions. HANGER is scheduled to appear in Red Deer Provincial Court on the morning of Tuesday, April 1, 2014.
Multiple charges laid after Sylvan Lake collision with Telus building causes gas leak
On March 24, 2014 Sylvan Lake RCMP arrested a male in connection with a Motor Vehicle Collision which occurred on Saturday, March 22, 2014 in Sylvan Lake. In that incident, a truck crashed into the TELUS Building on 50th Avenue causing an uncontrolled gas leak which resulted in an evacuation of a part of the downtown core for approximately 9 hours. The driver (and passengers) fled the scene prior to police arrival. Later that morning, while the emergency was still on going, the owner of the vehicle reported his truck stolen to police.
Investigation has determined that the owner of the truck was in fact the driver during the collision. In total, there were 4 occupants, all of which have been identified. One male passenger, a 24 year old Sylvan Lake man suffered significant head injuries during the collision and has been treated in hospital and released.
Thomas James HANGER (21 years old) of Three Hills, Alberta has been charged with the following offences:
- Dangerous Driving causing Bodily Harm
- Public Mischief
- Fail to remain at the scene of a collision
- Drive motor vehicle with no insurance
A Bail Hearing has been conducted on HANGER and he has been released on a $500 cash Recognizance with numerous conditions. HANGER is scheduled to appear in Red Deer Provincial Court on the morning of Tuesday, April 1, 2014.
No comments:
Post a Comment