Dene T'ah First Nation woman murdered
Fatality collision Highway 22 near Entwistle
Stony Plain woman's death a homicide
Red Deer RCMP investigate stabbing on walking bridge
Owner risks life to save stolen horses
Second degree murder charge for Calgary teen
Serious injury collision in SW Calgary
Dangerous driver apprehended in Vegreville
Commercial Break and Enter arrests in Ponoka
Medicine Hat man arrested for 2012 homicide
Four victim fatality collision near Jasper update
Spruce Grove man charged with trafficking
Red Deer RCMP investigate ATV damage to City Hall Park
Charges laid in Calgary voyeurism case
EPS thanks citizens for reporting suspected impaired drivers
BB gun mischief in Edmonton
Dene T'ah First Nation woman murdered
Assumption, Alberta - At approximately 2:00 a.m. July 10, 2014, Assumption RCMP officers received a 911 call to a residence on the Dene T'ah First Nation in Assumption for a domestic violence complaint. Upon arrival officers learned that a female had been forcibly taken from the home by her common-law husband Ryan SENIANTHA, 34-years-old. Officers soon located a vehicle involved in this matter in a remote rural area of Assumption. A search of the area with the assistance of a police dog service located the remains of the young woman involved in this complaint.
As a result of the investigation, a Canada wide arrest warrant was issued for the arrest of SENIANTHA, on the afternoon of July 11, 2014 with charges of murder, unlawful confinement, kidnapping and break and enter to commit assault. There is a history of domestic violence in the relationship of this woman and Ryan SENIANTHA.
In the late afternoon of July 11, 2014, SENIANTHA was arrested without incident in Assumption. He is currently in custody awaiting to speak to bail.
The name of the deceased will not be released at the request of her family. The autopsy to determine the cause of death is tentatively scheduled for July 14, 2014 at the office of the Medical Examiner's in Edmonton.
The Edmonton RCMP Major Crimes Unit along officers of the Assumption RCMP are investigating the matter.
Fatality collision Highway 22 near Entwistle
On July 11, 2014 at approximately 9:00 pm Evansburg RCMP officers were dispatched to a serious collision on Highway 22. Early investigation shows that a grain truck and a crude oil tanker collided at an intersection crossing Highway 22 south of Entwistle. As a result of this collision a fire started and both vehicle were immediately engulfed in flames. One of the drivers died in the collision and the other was taken to hospital via ground transportation with critical injuries.
The identity of the victim has yet to be determined an next-of-kin to be notified.
Assumption, Alberta - At approximately 2:00 a.m. July 10, 2014, Assumption RCMP officers received a 911 call to a residence on the Dene T'ah First Nation in Assumption for a domestic violence complaint. Upon arrival officers learned that a female had been forcibly taken from the home by her common-law husband Ryan SENIANTHA, 34-years-old. Officers soon located a vehicle involved in this matter in a remote rural area of Assumption. A search of the area with the assistance of a police dog service located the remains of the young woman involved in this complaint.
As a result of the investigation, a Canada wide arrest warrant was issued for the arrest of SENIANTHA, on the afternoon of July 11, 2014 with charges of murder, unlawful confinement, kidnapping and break and enter to commit assault. There is a history of domestic violence in the relationship of this woman and Ryan SENIANTHA.
In the late afternoon of July 11, 2014, SENIANTHA was arrested without incident in Assumption. He is currently in custody awaiting to speak to bail.
The name of the deceased will not be released at the request of her family. The autopsy to determine the cause of death is tentatively scheduled for July 14, 2014 at the office of the Medical Examiner's in Edmonton.
The Edmonton RCMP Major Crimes Unit along officers of the Assumption RCMP are investigating the matter.
Fatality collision Highway 22 near Entwistle
On July 11, 2014 at approximately 9:00 pm Evansburg RCMP officers were dispatched to a serious collision on Highway 22. Early investigation shows that a grain truck and a crude oil tanker collided at an intersection crossing Highway 22 south of Entwistle. As a result of this collision a fire started and both vehicle were immediately engulfed in flames. One of the drivers died in the collision and the other was taken to hospital via ground transportation with critical injuries.
The identity of the victim has yet to be determined an next-of-kin to be notified.
At last report prior to this being published, 11:22 pm July 11, Highway 22 remained closed between Township Road 524 and 530. Check @AlbertaRoads on Twitter (click here) for the most current information.
Stony Plain woman's death a homicide
Stony Plain, Alberta - On the morning of Friday July 4, 2014, officers of the Stony Plain RCMP and Alberta Health Services Emergency Services responded to a report of an unresponsive woman at a home on a farm yard near Rich Valley, Alberta. The unresponsive woman, Roxanne Lang, a 44-years-old resident of the farm house, was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Police and EMS responded and Edmonton RCMP Major Crimes Unit officers have carriage of this investigation with the assistance of the RCMP Forensic Identification Section as well as the Stony Plain / Spruce Grove Detachment officers. An autopsy was conducted at the Office of the Medical Examiner in Edmonton on July 8, 2014, after which the Medical Examiner determined LANG's death to be a homicide.
The cause of death is not being released at this time due to the ongoing investigation.
During the five day search of the property, police found no specific information which causes them to issue warnings or alerts to the general public in the area, however encourage people to remain vigilant in reporting suspicious occurrences to police.
Investigators are following up on a number of investigational avenues and ask that anyone with information about the death of Roxanne Lang contact the Stony Plain RCMP detachment at 780-960-6500.
If you want to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers by phone at1.800.222.8477 (TIPS), by internet at www.tipsubmit.com, or by SMS (check your local Crime Stoppers [www.crimestoppers.ab.ca] for instructions on how to do). You do not have to reveal your identity to Crime Stoppers, and if you provide information to Crime Stoppers that leads to an arrest(s), the recovery of stolen property, and/or a seizure of illicit drugs, you may be eligible for a cash reward..
Red Deer RCMP investigate stabbing on walking bridge
RCMP are investigating a stabbing that took place on the CN walking bridge in Red Deer. At approximately 1:30 am on July 11, a man was crossing to the north end of the walking bridge when he was approached by three men who demanded his wallet. A scuffle took place and the victim was stabbed in the hand by one of the suspects. At that point, the victim ran away from the suspects. The victim attended Red Deer Regional Hospital with minor injury to his hand.
Serious injury collision in SW Calgary
At approximately 12 a.m., this morning, Friday, July 11, 2014, a serious-injury collision occurred at the intersection of 17 Avenue and 26 Street SW.
A 2015 Subaru WRX, driven by a 26-year-old man was travelling west on 17 Avenue S.W., approaching a flashing yellow light on 26 Street S.W. A 2007 Honda Civic, driven by a 27-year-old woman was travelling south on 26 Street S.W., approaching a flashing red light on 17 Avenue S.W.
The Honda and the Subaru entered the intersection simultaneously. The front of the Subaru struck the front of the Honda’s driver’s side. Both vehicles spun before coming to a stop.
The driver of the Honda and a 51-year-old male passenger sustained serious injuries. The driver of the Subaru was not injured.
The Calgary Police Service Traffic Section is investigating the incident. Speed and alcohol appear to have been factors in the collision.
Four victim fatality collision near Jasper update
On July 9, 2014 at approximately 7:00 p.m., Jasper RCMP officers were dispatched to a serious motor vehicle collision approximately 25 kilometres south on Highway 93 where four people perished. All involved parties were from out of country.
Following the notification of next of kin, the RCMP can today confirm that the woman, occupant of the motorhome who died in the collision, was from Germany. The family of three people, occupants of the car who died in this collision, was from China. All of the parties involved were vacationing in Canada.
No further updates will be provided in this matter and our investigation is ongoing.
Spruce Grove man charged with trafficking
On June 29th, the Spruce Grove/Stony Plain RCMP Drug Section arrested one individual following an investigation into the trafficking of illegal drugs.
Approximately 5.5 lbs of marihuana, 1 kg of hashish, close to $4000 and the accused's vehicle were seized by police during the course of the investigation.
27 year old Erik LEITHEISER of Spruce Grove, AB has been charged with the following offences:
Stony Plain woman's death a homicide
Stony Plain, Alberta - On the morning of Friday July 4, 2014, officers of the Stony Plain RCMP and Alberta Health Services Emergency Services responded to a report of an unresponsive woman at a home on a farm yard near Rich Valley, Alberta. The unresponsive woman, Roxanne Lang, a 44-years-old resident of the farm house, was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Police and EMS responded and Edmonton RCMP Major Crimes Unit officers have carriage of this investigation with the assistance of the RCMP Forensic Identification Section as well as the Stony Plain / Spruce Grove Detachment officers. An autopsy was conducted at the Office of the Medical Examiner in Edmonton on July 8, 2014, after which the Medical Examiner determined LANG's death to be a homicide.
The cause of death is not being released at this time due to the ongoing investigation.
During the five day search of the property, police found no specific information which causes them to issue warnings or alerts to the general public in the area, however encourage people to remain vigilant in reporting suspicious occurrences to police.
Investigators are following up on a number of investigational avenues and ask that anyone with information about the death of Roxanne Lang contact the Stony Plain RCMP detachment at 780-960-6500.
If you want to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers by phone at1.800.222.8477 (TIPS), by internet at www.tipsubmit.com, or by SMS (check your local Crime Stoppers [www.crimestoppers.ab.ca] for instructions on how to do). You do not have to reveal your identity to Crime Stoppers, and if you provide information to Crime Stoppers that leads to an arrest(s), the recovery of stolen property, and/or a seizure of illicit drugs, you may be eligible for a cash reward..
Red Deer RCMP investigate stabbing on walking bridge
RCMP are investigating a stabbing that took place on the CN walking bridge in Red Deer. At approximately 1:30 am on July 11, a man was crossing to the north end of the walking bridge when he was approached by three men who demanded his wallet. A scuffle took place and the victim was stabbed in the hand by one of the suspects. At that point, the victim ran away from the suspects. The victim attended Red Deer Regional Hospital with minor injury to his hand.
Red Deer RCMP are asking for the public’s assistance in locating the three men. They are described as:
Suspect 1 (stabbed the victim):
- Aboriginal
- Approximately 6’2” tall
- In his 30s
- Short hair
- Half-sleeve tattoo on his left arm (design unknown)
- Wearing a short black leather vest with no shirt underneath
- May have bruising or scraping on his face from the scuffle
Suspects 2 & 3 are both described as:
Anyone with information that may assist the police in identifying the three suspects 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 atwww.tipsubmit.com.
Owner risks life to save stolen horses
Shortly before 1:00 am, Wednesday July 9, 2014 the Turner Valley RCMP were dispatched to a complaint of a stolen truck and horse trailer containing three horses in Black Diamond, Alberta. The owner of the horses advised he parked his rig on Center Avenue beside the Black Diamond Hotel an hour earlier. When he came out it was gone; police made patrols in the area of Turner Valley and Black Diamond
The owner later spotted his rig in Black Diamond and tried to stop and reason with the driver for fear of injury to his horses. The owner put himself at great risk by climbing on the running board of the truck and pleading with the driver who merely sped away crashing into a barrier and throwing him off. Police located the rig abandoned in Turner Valley a short time later with horses still inside. The owner attended and the three horses were unloaded and checked. All were very distraught, lathered and nervous. Cuts and bruising were sustained by all three horses from being slammed around during the driving.
RCMP Dog Services was contacted and attended the area. After a short time an individual was located and arrested. Twenty three year old Joshua LEMIRE of Turner Valley, Alberta has been charged with Theft of truck, Theft over $5000.00, Dangerous Driving causing bodily harm, Criminal Negligence causing bodily harm, Endangering Animals, and failing to remain at two separate accident scenes; one criminal and one Provincial. He was also found to be on a recognizance for unrelated charges and faces multiple breaches of that court order. He was remanded into custody and is set to appear in Turner Valley Provincial Court on July 15, 2014.
Follow up with the owner has determined his horses Dave, HYTY and Snap all received injuries as a result of this incident. These horses are valuable competition roping and steer wrestling horses that will need to be temporarily removed from competition due to injury. The owner also received injuries, as a result of being thrown from the truck but is still participating in the events of the Calgary Stampede. It is only by sheer luck that there was no loss of life or more significant injures.
Second degree murder charge for Calgary teen
A second-degree murder charge has officially been laid against a youth in relation to a stabbing death in June.
On Friday, June 20, 2014, just before midnight, a man was discovered suffering from stab wounds outside of Marlborough Mall. The victim was transported to a local hospital in life-threatening condition and succumbed to his injuries on Tuesday, June 24, 2014.The victim was identified as Gabriel OKEYNAN, 45, of Calgary.
Soon after the victim was discovered, a suspect was located in the area and arrested. The 16 year old was charged with robbery. A charge of second-degree murder was later approved by the Crown and laid on Thursday, July 10, 2014.
On Wednesday, June 25, 2014, a 13-year-old male was arrested and later charged with second-degree murder in relation to the incident.
Neither teen can be named under the provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act. Both remain in custody.
Investigators believe this was a random incident and the motive was robbery. Based on the investigation to date, officers are not looking for any other suspects at this time.
- Caucasian
- In their 30s
- Tall
- Skinny
- Both wearing blue jeans
- One wore a blue hoodie; the other wore a white tank top
Anyone with information that may assist the police in identifying the three suspects 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 atwww.tipsubmit.com.
Owner risks life to save stolen horses
Shortly before 1:00 am, Wednesday July 9, 2014 the Turner Valley RCMP were dispatched to a complaint of a stolen truck and horse trailer containing three horses in Black Diamond, Alberta. The owner of the horses advised he parked his rig on Center Avenue beside the Black Diamond Hotel an hour earlier. When he came out it was gone; police made patrols in the area of Turner Valley and Black Diamond
The owner later spotted his rig in Black Diamond and tried to stop and reason with the driver for fear of injury to his horses. The owner put himself at great risk by climbing on the running board of the truck and pleading with the driver who merely sped away crashing into a barrier and throwing him off. Police located the rig abandoned in Turner Valley a short time later with horses still inside. The owner attended and the three horses were unloaded and checked. All were very distraught, lathered and nervous. Cuts and bruising were sustained by all three horses from being slammed around during the driving.
RCMP Dog Services was contacted and attended the area. After a short time an individual was located and arrested. Twenty three year old Joshua LEMIRE of Turner Valley, Alberta has been charged with Theft of truck, Theft over $5000.00, Dangerous Driving causing bodily harm, Criminal Negligence causing bodily harm, Endangering Animals, and failing to remain at two separate accident scenes; one criminal and one Provincial. He was also found to be on a recognizance for unrelated charges and faces multiple breaches of that court order. He was remanded into custody and is set to appear in Turner Valley Provincial Court on July 15, 2014.
Second degree murder charge for Calgary teen
A second-degree murder charge has officially been laid against a youth in relation to a stabbing death in June.
On Friday, June 20, 2014, just before midnight, a man was discovered suffering from stab wounds outside of Marlborough Mall. The victim was transported to a local hospital in life-threatening condition and succumbed to his injuries on Tuesday, June 24, 2014.The victim was identified as Gabriel OKEYNAN, 45, of Calgary.
Soon after the victim was discovered, a suspect was located in the area and arrested. The 16 year old was charged with robbery. A charge of second-degree murder was later approved by the Crown and laid on Thursday, July 10, 2014.
On Wednesday, June 25, 2014, a 13-year-old male was arrested and later charged with second-degree murder in relation to the incident.
Neither teen can be named under the provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act. Both remain in custody.
Investigators believe this was a random incident and the motive was robbery. Based on the investigation to date, officers are not looking for any other suspects at this time.
Dangerous driver apprehended in Vegreville
On July 9th, 2014, in the evening, Vegreville RCMP received several complaints from the public reporting a dangerous driver within the Town of Vegreville. Vegreville RCMP were alerted to a stolen vehicle that had just rammed several vehicles that were parked on the street, as well as rammed a garage door to a residence and a pole. Vegreville RCMP quickly located 18 year old Brandon Samuel GLADUE of Edmonton in a nearby alley and took him into custody ending the crime spree.
On July 9th, 2014, in the evening, Vegreville RCMP received several complaints from the public reporting a dangerous driver within the Town of Vegreville. Vegreville RCMP were alerted to a stolen vehicle that had just rammed several vehicles that were parked on the street, as well as rammed a garage door to a residence and a pole. Vegreville RCMP quickly located 18 year old Brandon Samuel GLADUE of Edmonton in a nearby alley and took him into custody ending the crime spree.
Brandon GLADUE has been charged with: theft of a motor vehicle, 3 counts of mischief under $5000.00, 1 count of mischief over $5000.00, dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, 4 counts of failing to remain at the scene of an accident, 3 counts of breaching a probation order, obstructing a police officer, operating a motor vehicle without a valid driver's licence and operating an uninsured and unregistered vehicle. Brandon GLADUE has been remanded into custody and will be appearing in Vegreville Provincial Court on Monday, July 14th, 2014, at 1000 am.
Serious injury collision in SW Calgary
At approximately 12 a.m., this morning, Friday, July 11, 2014, a serious-injury collision occurred at the intersection of 17 Avenue and 26 Street SW.
A 2015 Subaru WRX, driven by a 26-year-old man was travelling west on 17 Avenue S.W., approaching a flashing yellow light on 26 Street S.W. A 2007 Honda Civic, driven by a 27-year-old woman was travelling south on 26 Street S.W., approaching a flashing red light on 17 Avenue S.W.
The Honda and the Subaru entered the intersection simultaneously. The front of the Subaru struck the front of the Honda’s driver’s side. Both vehicles spun before coming to a stop.
The driver of the Honda and a 51-year-old male passenger sustained serious injuries. The driver of the Subaru was not injured.
The Calgary Police Service Traffic Section is investigating the incident. Speed and alcohol appear to have been factors in the collision.
Commercial Break and Enter arrests in Ponoka
During the early morning hours of July 11, 2014, Ponoka RCMP members on patrol located a truck parked in a suspicious manner at a local tire shop. As police approached the vehicle, two suspects ran back inside the vehicle and attempted to leave the scene. A fully marked police vehicle blocking the truck was rammed by the suspect vehicle three times before the occupants of the vehicle were taken into custody in the parking lot of the shop. Investigation revealed that the suspects were in the process of stealing tires from a locked compound, and the vehicle they were operating was stolen from Calgary.
Arrested at the scene were 35 year old Gina Marie GODUTO and 50 year old Kenneth James BRIMNER, both from Calgary. Both are charged with Criminal Code offences Break & Enter and Committing Theft over $5000, Possession of Break-In Instruments, and Possession of Property Obtained by the Commission of an Offence in Canada over $5000.
Kenneth James BRIMNER also faces charges of Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle, and Assaulting a Peace Officer with a Weapon. Two officers received minor injuries and were treated and released. Gina Marie GODUTO was released on bail to appear in at Ponoka Provincial Court on July 18th, and Kenneth James BRIMNER was remanded in custody to appear in court on the same date.
Medicine Hat man arrested for 2012 homicide
July 10, 2014 – On July 9, 2014 the Medicine Hat Police Service Major Crimes Section assisted the Toronto Police Service by locating and arresting Michael Martins, a 52 year old Medicine Hat resident. Canada wide warrants had been issued for Martins in connection to an August 2012 homicide that occurred in Toronto, ON.
Martins is one of four individuals accused in relation to this homicide and has been residing in Medicine Hat since the fall of 2012. He was arrested without incident and charged with Aggravated Assault and Forcible Confinement. Martins is currently being held for a bail hearing and will subsequently be transported back to Toronto to answer to the charges.
During the early morning hours of July 11, 2014, Ponoka RCMP members on patrol located a truck parked in a suspicious manner at a local tire shop. As police approached the vehicle, two suspects ran back inside the vehicle and attempted to leave the scene. A fully marked police vehicle blocking the truck was rammed by the suspect vehicle three times before the occupants of the vehicle were taken into custody in the parking lot of the shop. Investigation revealed that the suspects were in the process of stealing tires from a locked compound, and the vehicle they were operating was stolen from Calgary.
Arrested at the scene were 35 year old Gina Marie GODUTO and 50 year old Kenneth James BRIMNER, both from Calgary. Both are charged with Criminal Code offences Break & Enter and Committing Theft over $5000, Possession of Break-In Instruments, and Possession of Property Obtained by the Commission of an Offence in Canada over $5000.
Kenneth James BRIMNER also faces charges of Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle, and Assaulting a Peace Officer with a Weapon. Two officers received minor injuries and were treated and released. Gina Marie GODUTO was released on bail to appear in at Ponoka Provincial Court on July 18th, and Kenneth James BRIMNER was remanded in custody to appear in court on the same date.
Medicine Hat man arrested for 2012 homicide
July 10, 2014 – On July 9, 2014 the Medicine Hat Police Service Major Crimes Section assisted the Toronto Police Service by locating and arresting Michael Martins, a 52 year old Medicine Hat resident. Canada wide warrants had been issued for Martins in connection to an August 2012 homicide that occurred in Toronto, ON.
Martins is one of four individuals accused in relation to this homicide and has been residing in Medicine Hat since the fall of 2012. He was arrested without incident and charged with Aggravated Assault and Forcible Confinement. Martins is currently being held for a bail hearing and will subsequently be transported back to Toronto to answer to the charges.
On July 9, 2014 at approximately 7:00 p.m., Jasper RCMP officers were dispatched to a serious motor vehicle collision approximately 25 kilometres south on Highway 93 where four people perished. All involved parties were from out of country.
Following the notification of next of kin, the RCMP can today confirm that the woman, occupant of the motorhome who died in the collision, was from Germany. The family of three people, occupants of the car who died in this collision, was from China. All of the parties involved were vacationing in Canada.
No further updates will be provided in this matter and our investigation is ongoing.
Spruce Grove man charged with trafficking
On June 29th, the Spruce Grove/Stony Plain RCMP Drug Section arrested one individual following an investigation into the trafficking of illegal drugs.
Approximately 5.5 lbs of marihuana, 1 kg of hashish, close to $4000 and the accused's vehicle were seized by police during the course of the investigation.
27 year old Erik LEITHEISER of Spruce Grove, AB has been charged with the following offences:
- Possession of marihuana for the purpose of trafficking
- Possession of hashish for the purpose of trafficking
- Possession of property obtained by crime
At approximately 4:45 am today, Red Deer RCMP were called to City Hall Park in downtown Red Deer in response to a report of two males driving an ATV through the park. A witness reported that the two males appeared to be intoxicated; no description of them is available. The ATV is described as a Can-Am Renegade. RCMP made extensive patrols of the area but did not locate the suspects or the ATV.
The damage to several flowerbeds in City Hall Park was extensive, but City officials do not yet have an estimate as to the dollar value of that damage. Please see attached photos.
Anyone with information that may assist the police in solving this crime 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 atwww.tipsubmit.com.
The Calgary Police Service has charged an individual in relation to an alleged voyeurism case.
On Monday, June 2, 2014, between 12:10 p.m. and 12:35 p.m., a man rode the CTrain into the downtown core from Shawnessy Station. While on the train, he sat next to a woman who was standing. At that time he was observed to be allegedly using a mobile electronic device with a built-in camera to record images under the dress of the victim.
A witness subsequently made the victim aware, who then confronted the man. Once confronted, he ran from the CTrain at City Hall Station.
On Thursday, July 10, 2014, CPS charged Alfred Brian MARTINEZ, 27, of Calgary, with one count of voyeurism.
CPS would like to thank Calgary Transit, the public and the media for their assistance in this investigation.
Police thank Edmonton citizens for reporting suspected impaired drivers
Curb the Danger results June 2014
The Edmonton Police Service continues to encourage the public to report suspected impaired drivers by calling 911 when it is safe to do so, as part of the Curb the Danger program.
In June 2014, EPS received 809 calls reporting suspected impaired drivers. These calls led to 65 impaired driving charges, 25 license suspensions, and 60 warning letters to registered vehicle owners advising them their vehicle was reported to Curb the Danger.
“The success of the Curb the Danger program is largely dependent on the participation of Edmonton citizens,” says Acting Inspector Ted Hrebien, of EPS Traffic Section. “The Edmonton Police Service would like to thank those who have taken the time to call and report dangerous driving incidents. These calls are our connection to the arrest of drivers who are under the influence.”
On Saturday, June 28, 2014, several concerned citizens called to report a vehicle allegedly driving over lawns in the area of 68 Avenue and 94 Street. Police arrived on scene and found the vehicle engulfed in flames. Witnesses identified the driver, and officers arrested a 41-year-old male. Investigations revealed the accused had 11 previous criminal driving charges stemming from 1991. The accused was charged with impaired driving, driving while disqualified and refusing to provide samples of breath.
“This is an example of Edmonton citizens working together to Curb the Danger to create safer communities,” says Acting Inspector Hrebien.
So far in 2014, there have been a total of 4,296 calls into Curb the Danger, 1,410 intercepts, 353 impaired charges, 134 24-hour suspensions, and 352 letters sent to the registered vehicle owners.
If you suspect a driver is impaired:
The Curb the Danger program was established in 2006 and is part of Edmonton Police Service impaired driving enforcement efforts. Since its inception, Curb the Danger has received 66,220 calls from the public. Police have successfully intercepted 22,115 vehicles, issued 1,995 license suspensions and sent 9,897 letters to vehicle owners.
For more information, please visit www.edmontonpolice.ca/curbthedanger.
In June 2014, EPS received 809 calls reporting suspected impaired drivers. These calls led to 65 impaired driving charges, 25 license suspensions, and 60 warning letters to registered vehicle owners advising them their vehicle was reported to Curb the Danger.
“The success of the Curb the Danger program is largely dependent on the participation of Edmonton citizens,” says Acting Inspector Ted Hrebien, of EPS Traffic Section. “The Edmonton Police Service would like to thank those who have taken the time to call and report dangerous driving incidents. These calls are our connection to the arrest of drivers who are under the influence.”
On Saturday, June 28, 2014, several concerned citizens called to report a vehicle allegedly driving over lawns in the area of 68 Avenue and 94 Street. Police arrived on scene and found the vehicle engulfed in flames. Witnesses identified the driver, and officers arrested a 41-year-old male. Investigations revealed the accused had 11 previous criminal driving charges stemming from 1991. The accused was charged with impaired driving, driving while disqualified and refusing to provide samples of breath.
“This is an example of Edmonton citizens working together to Curb the Danger to create safer communities,” says Acting Inspector Hrebien.
So far in 2014, there have been a total of 4,296 calls into Curb the Danger, 1,410 intercepts, 353 impaired charges, 134 24-hour suspensions, and 352 letters sent to the registered vehicle owners.
If you suspect a driver is impaired:
- Call 911 if it is safe to do so. Calling 911 in an emergency, or to report an impaired driver, is permitted while driving under the distracted driving law.
- Report the location, vehicle description, and license plate number.
- If possible, keep the vehicle in sight but do not attempt to chase the vehicle, or break the law to do so.
The Curb the Danger program was established in 2006 and is part of Edmonton Police Service impaired driving enforcement efforts. Since its inception, Curb the Danger has received 66,220 calls from the public. Police have successfully intercepted 22,115 vehicles, issued 1,995 license suspensions and sent 9,897 letters to vehicle owners.
For more information, please visit www.edmontonpolice.ca/curbthedanger.
BB gun mischief in Edmonton
The Edmonton Police Service is investigating several incidents of broken windows, which police believe were shot out with a weapon.
At approximately 1:45 a.m. on Friday, July 11, 2014, the Edmonton Police Service received reports of damage to vehicles parked on the street in the area of 116 Street and 111A Avenue. Upon investigation, Downtown Patrol officers discovered more than 15 vehicles with broken windows on both the north and south sides of 111A Avenue. Preliminary investigations indicate that the windows may have been shot out with a BB gun.
Police also responded to a fast-food establishment at 81 Street and 112 Avenue. Six of the restaurant’s east-facing windows were damaged in a similar manner. Vehicle windows were also reported broken in the area of 113 Avenue and 89 Street.
A similar incident was reported in Southwest Division, where the windows of three vehicles were shot out in the Riverbend neighbourhood.
“Police believe these incidents may be related,” says Staff Sgt. Randy Wickins with Downtown Division. “Citizens are asked to come forward if they have information about these crimes. Be attentive to your surroundings and please report any suspicious activities to the police.”
Police continue to investigate these occurrences.
Online classified ads used to sell drugs
An Edmonton drug dealer, who used a popular online classifieds website to sell his product, has been arrested by the Alberta Law Enforcement Response Teams (ALERT).
On July 9, members of ALERT Edmonton with assistance from the Edmonton Police Service, arrested the alleged drug dealer and executed a search warrant at a Tamarack home in the southeast. The search yielded a wide variety of drugs worth an estimated $16,000 including hashish, marihuana, MDMA, cocaine, and prescription pills.
Investigators also uncovered evidence to suggest that the accused was using online classified ads to sell drugs. This is the first time ALERT has conducted an investigation based upon online drug sales.
Trevor Conrod, 33, is facing 17 drug-related charges including three counts of trafficking. He was released on bail and is due back in court on July 25th.
The investigation began last week and was initiated after receiving a tip from the public.
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