Red Deer RCMP ask for assistance to identify woman
Fatal MVC near Coaldale
Fatal MVC near McLennan
Multiple drug busts in St. Albert
Truck theft in Airdrie
Justin MacNeil found deceased
Excavator and trailer stolen from Clairmont business
Airdrie Walmart theft suspects sought
Lac La Biche RCMP team up for weekend enforcement
Special Olympics Free the Fuzz fundraiser in Lethbridge this weekend
Red Deer teen Shaina Evans still missing
Red Deer RCMP have still not located 15 year old Shaina Evans, who was reported missing on June 27. A photo of Evans is now available, and RCMP ask the public for assistance in disseminating it in order to locate Evans.
Red Deer RCMP have still not located 15 year old Shaina Evans, who was reported missing on June 27. A photo of Evans is now available, and RCMP ask the public for assistance in disseminating it in order to locate Evans.
Shaina Evans is described as:
- Aboriginal
- 5’5” tall
- 115 lbs
- Black hair
- Brown eyes
Red Deer RCMP are asking for the public’s assistance to identify the woman in the attached photos. RCMP would like to identify and speak to this woman in relation to an active investigation.
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| Sought for questioning by Red Deer RCMP |
The woman is described as:
- Caucasian female, mid 20s
- Heavy build
- Shoulder length dyed blonde hair
- Tattoos on her right shoulder blade, right foot and left Arm
Anyone with information that may assist the police in identifying this person 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.
Fatal MVC near McLennan
At approximately 7:10 a.m. on Wednesday July 9th, McLennan RCMP, the Tangent Fire Department and EMS were called to a motor vehicle collision at the intersection of Highway 49 and Range Road 244 (Highway 740).
A gravel truck travelling north on Range Road 244 (Highway 740) was reportedly turning west (left) onto Highway 49 when it collided with a semi truck eastbound on Highway 49. The semi truck caught fire at which time attempts were made by witnesses on scene to extinguish the fire to no avail. The fire was eventually extinguished by the Fire Department at which time the driver of the semi was located deceased within the truck's cab. The driver of the gravel truck did not sustain any injuries as a result of the collision. The deceased's identity is being confirmed through the Medical Examiner's office.
The expertise of an RCMP Traffic Analyst is being utilized and the investigation remains ongoing.
Fatal MVC near Coaldale
On July 9, 2014, at approximately 3:20 pm Lethbridge RCMP along with Coaldale Fire Services and EMS responded to a motor vehicle collision on Highway 845 south of Highway 512 which involved a pickup truck and a semi.
Upon arriving on scene, the driver of the pickup truck had to be extricated from the vehicle. The male driver along with another male passenger in the truck were transported to Lethbridge Regional Hospital via ground ambulance. The driver of the semi was not injured. The driver of the pickup truck was later pronounced dead at the hospital. Names are not being released at this time pending notifications of next of kin.
The matter is still under investigation, but it appears the pickup truck was southbound when it entered the northbound lane in front of the semi. A portion of Highway 845 was closed for a few hours while police investigated the matter.
Anyone who may have witnessed the collision is asked to please contact the Lethbridge RCMP at 403-329-5080.
On July 9, 2014, at approximately 3:20 pm Lethbridge RCMP along with Coaldale Fire Services and EMS responded to a motor vehicle collision on Highway 845 south of Highway 512 which involved a pickup truck and a semi.
Upon arriving on scene, the driver of the pickup truck had to be extricated from the vehicle. The male driver along with another male passenger in the truck were transported to Lethbridge Regional Hospital via ground ambulance. The driver of the semi was not injured. The driver of the pickup truck was later pronounced dead at the hospital. Names are not being released at this time pending notifications of next of kin.
The matter is still under investigation, but it appears the pickup truck was southbound when it entered the northbound lane in front of the semi. A portion of Highway 845 was closed for a few hours while police investigated the matter.
Anyone who may have witnessed the collision is asked to please contact the Lethbridge RCMP at 403-329-5080.
Fatal MVC near McLennan
At approximately 7:10 a.m. on Wednesday July 9th, McLennan RCMP, the Tangent Fire Department and EMS were called to a motor vehicle collision at the intersection of Highway 49 and Range Road 244 (Highway 740).
A gravel truck travelling north on Range Road 244 (Highway 740) was reportedly turning west (left) onto Highway 49 when it collided with a semi truck eastbound on Highway 49. The semi truck caught fire at which time attempts were made by witnesses on scene to extinguish the fire to no avail. The fire was eventually extinguished by the Fire Department at which time the driver of the semi was located deceased within the truck's cab. The driver of the gravel truck did not sustain any injuries as a result of the collision. The deceased's identity is being confirmed through the Medical Examiner's office.
The expertise of an RCMP Traffic Analyst is being utilized and the investigation remains ongoing.
Multiple drug busts in St. Albert
St. Albert RCMP Drug Section has had a busy spring resulting in several alleged drug dealers being arrested and substantial quantities of marijuana, cocaine, crack cocaine and methamphetamine being removed from the streets.
On March 26, 2014, as a result of a RCMP investigation involving trafficking of marijuana in St. Albert , 17 grams of marijuana, $1500 cash (believed to be proceeds of criminal activity) and a hand gun (later found to be a replica firearm) were seized.
Jeydon Randall STUART, age 19 of St. Albert, has been charged with:
- Possession of a Narcotic, Section 4(1) CDSA
- Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking, Section 5(2) Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
- Trafficking in a Narcotic, Section 5(1) CDSA
- Possessing Property Obtained by Crime, Section 354(1)(a) CC
- Possession of a weapon For a Dangerous Purpose, Section 88 CC
On April 1, 2014, as a result of a RCMP investigation involving trafficking of marijuana in St. Albert, a search warrant was conducted on a northwest Edmonton residence. Approximately 5 ½ pounds of marijuana and $21,000.00 cash (believed to be proceeds of criminal activity) were seized.
Two brothers have been charged in connection to this investigation.
Jason Richard KUKLER, age 31 of Edmonton, and Frederick Rodger KUKLER, age 36 of British Columbia, have each been charged with:
- Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking, Section 5(2) Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
- Possession of a Narcotic, Section 4(1) CDSA
- Possession of Property Obtained by Crime, Section 355(b) Criminal Code
Frederick KUKLER failed to appear for his court date and a warrant has been issued for his arrest.
On May 30, 2014, as a result of a RCMP investigation involving trafficking of drugs in St. Albert, a search warrant was conducted on an Edmonton residence with the assistance of RCMP Dog Services. Approximately 5 ounces of cocaine powder and crack cocaine, along with $18,000.00 in cash (believed to be proceeds of criminal activity) were seized.
Jean Leon MUSONI, age 25, of Edmonton, AB and Christopher KARURANGA, age 26, of Regina, Sask. are facing charges.
Jean MUSONI has been charged with:
- Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking, Section 5(2) CDSA
- Trafficking in a Narcotic, Section 5(1) CDSA
- Possessing Property Obtained by Crime, Section 354(1)(a) CC
- 2 charges of Breach of a Recognizance, Sec 145(3) CC – related to previous charges from Edmonton
- Obstruction a Peace Officer, Section 129(a) CC
Christopher KARURANGA has been charged with:
- Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking, Section 5(2) CDSA
- Trafficking in a Narcotic, Section 5(1) CDSA
- Possessing Property Obtained by Crime, Section 354(1)(a) CC
- 3 charges of Breach of a Recognizance, Sec 145(3) CC – related to previous charges from Edmonton and Regina
Both MUSONI and KARURANGA were released on substantial cash bail and are scheduled to appear in St. Albert Court on July 28, 2014.
On June 6, 2014, as a result of a RCMP investigation involving trafficking of drugs in St. Albert, a 26 year old St. Albert resident was arrested and charged for trafficking in cocaine and methamphetamine. RCMP Police Dog Services assisted in the investigation headed by St. Albert RCMP Drug Section. It is alleged that over 5 ounces of cocaine and crack cocaine were seized along with over 5 ounces of methamphetamine, a quantity of oxycontin and another designer drug that is yet to be officially identified. $310.00 cash (believed to be proceeds of criminal activity) was also seized along with a container of pepper spray.
Shane Douglas FRY, age 26, of St. Albert, AB, has been charged with:
- 4 charges of Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking, Section 5(2) CDSA
- Possessing Property Obtained by Crime, Section 354(1)(a) CC
- Possession of a weapon For a Dangerous Purpose, Section 88 CC
- Drive while unauthorized, Section 94 of the Traffic Safety Act.
“The RCMP's overriding goal is to ensure safe homes and safe communities for Canadians. We believe that marihuana use and the criminality that surrounds it harms individuals and communities,” says Inspector Kevin Murray.
To put these seizures of drugs into perspective, 5 ½ pounds of marijuana translates into approximately 5,000 individual marijuana joints. Cocaine is usually consumed by 1/10th of a gram at a time. The 2 seizures of approximately 5 ounces of cocaine each translates into approximately 2,800 “hits” of cocaine. The amount of methamphetamine seized translates into approximately 1,400 “hits” of meth.
This solid, proactive investigative work by the St. Albert RCMP Drug Section is one of the policing strategies aimed at keeping St. Albert safe and drugs out of the hands of St. Albert youth. A second strategy is for the RCMP to partner with the residents of St. Albert by encouraging “tips” about drug dealers to be called in to the confidential St. Albert RCMP Drug Tip Line at 780 460 3784 (DRUG). If you have any information about drug dealers operating in or around St. Albert, be part of the solution and leave your Tip on the Tip Line.
Truck theft in Airdrie
On June 30, 2014, Airdrie RCMP received a complaint of a stolen truck. A man residing in the Kingsland area reported his white 2005 Ford F-250, and a number of construction supplies which were in the vehicle, stolen from outside his residence.
The vehicle was later recovered in the Meadowbrook neighborhood of Airdrie. Further investigation lead to surveillance photos of two men believed to be suspects in the theft. The RCMP is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying the men.
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| Theft suspect |
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| Theft suspect |
Suspect 1:
- Male
- Early 20s
- Pale complexion
- Approximately 5’6”
- Average build
- Male
- Late 20s
- Medium to dark complexion
- Approximately 5’8”
- Slender build
Justin MacNeil found deceased
A deceased male was recovered in the Bow River east of Calgary on July 5, 2014. The deceased has been positively identified as Justin MACNEIL of Calgary, Alberta, age 19 years. MACNEIL was previously reported missing on June 22, 2014, while swimming in the Highwood River near Nature's Hideaway Campground.
Grande Prairie Rural RCMP are seeking the public's assistance to locate a stolen excavator and trailer worth over $100,000.
Sometime Between 6:00 p.m. on June 21st and 7:00 p.m. on June 23rd, unknown suspect(s) illegally entered a gated compound in the Clairmont area. Once inside, the suspect(s) stole a yellow, John Deere excavator (model 60G) and an black, 18 foot, pull trailer with Alberta license plate 4KG152.
If anyone has information regarding this theft, please contact the Grande Prairie RCMP at 780-830-5701 or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477
Airdrie RCMP are seeking assistance from the public to identify two suspects in a theft from Walmart.
On 28 June, 2014, at approximately 11:00 pm, a male and female suspect were witnessed on security camera entering a change room with items and exiting with a duffel bag. The couple then left the store with the duffel bag.
Staff later found discarded packaging for $2025.00 worth of merchandise, such as wireless speakers, a Blackberry phone, headphones, a video game controller, clothing and kitchen accessories.
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| Female suspect |
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| Male suspect |
Male suspect:
- Caucasian
- Late teens to early 20s
- 5’8” to 6”
- Medium build
- Wearing a black hoodie with a white revolver decal, blue jeans, dark shoes and a dark ball cap.
- Late teens to early 20s
- 5’4” to 5’8”
- Slender build
- Wearing a white scarf over her hair, black jacket, pants, beige boots and carrying a large pink handbag.
Lac La Biche RCMP team up for weekend enforcement
Lac La Biche RCMP with the assistance of RCMP Integrated Traffic Services, Alberta Conservation, Fish and Wildlife and Alberta Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Officers teamed up between June 27 and July 1, 2014 and again on July 6, 2014 to make local highways safer.
Officers conducted different enforcement strategies that included vehicle checkstops, speed enforcement and boat checks at surrounding lakes.
Throughout the campaign officers checked approximately 800 vehicles and 15 boats/water craft. Officers issued a total of 86 violation tickets for various offences. These violation tickets included 2 for a child under 16 not wearing a seat belt, 5 liquor offences for alcohol inside vehicles and with in access to an occupant and 47 speeding tickets. Police also dealt with two male drivers who were travelling at speeds of 151 and 161 in a 100k/hr section of highway.
Police also located one vehicle travelling at 143k/hr in a 100k/hr section and while stopping the vehicle the driver was observed discarding a case of beer out of the vehicle window into the oncoming lane of traffic. The 25 old male driver was charged with several offences; the most serious being criminal code charges for dangerous operation of a motor vehicle while being pursued by Police and failing to comply with conditions.
The Lac La Biche RCMP also received a total of 114 calls for Police assistance between June 27 and July 1, 2014.
These enforcement campaigns are part of an ongoing commitment by the Lac La Biche RCMP Detachment to work with partner agencies to reduce collisions on provincial highways and to educate drivers to drive responsibly.
Officers from the Lethbridge Regional Police Service, Alberta Sheriffs, Alberta Correctional Services and RCMP will be at both Lethbridge Wal-Mart locations this weekend to raise money and awareness for Special Olympics.
From noon Friday, July 11 until 6 p.m. on Saturday, July 12 officers will be “jailed” for 30 hours during the annual Free the Fuzz fundraiser. Last year’s event raised more than $20,000 for Special Olympics and this year’s goal is to meet or exceed that amount.
Barbecues will be held at both locations and volunteers, including police personnel and Special Olympians, will also be on the ground selling T-shirts and collecting donations.
Free the Fuzz fundraisers occur annually throughout the province and are one of several fundraising events under the Alberta Law Enforcement Torch Run, an international organization that raises money to benefit Special Olympics.
Residents who are unable to attend the event, but would like to make a donation to support Special Olympics can make cheques payable to: Free the Fuzz, C/O Special Olympics Alberta, 11759 Groat Road, Edmonton, Alberta T5M 3K6.
From noon Friday, July 11 until 6 p.m. on Saturday, July 12 officers will be “jailed” for 30 hours during the annual Free the Fuzz fundraiser. Last year’s event raised more than $20,000 for Special Olympics and this year’s goal is to meet or exceed that amount.
Barbecues will be held at both locations and volunteers, including police personnel and Special Olympians, will also be on the ground selling T-shirts and collecting donations.
Free the Fuzz fundraisers occur annually throughout the province and are one of several fundraising events under the Alberta Law Enforcement Torch Run, an international organization that raises money to benefit Special Olympics.
Residents who are unable to attend the event, but would like to make a donation to support Special Olympics can make cheques payable to: Free the Fuzz, C/O Special Olympics Alberta, 11759 Groat Road, Edmonton, Alberta T5M 3K6.
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