Missing patient wanted on a Canada wide warrant
Redcliff man breaches probation conditions to stay away from children
Missing person case solved after 19 years
Impaired driving kills more than 90 Albertans each year
Selective Traffice Enforcement Program in Morinville/Sturgeon area
Officers help Albertans stay safe this summer
Leduc man charged in stolen oilfield pipe investigation
Serious injury pedestrian collision in Calgary
Man charged in downtown Calgary homicide
Missing patient wanted on a Canada wide warrant
On behalf of Coquitlam RCMP
On July 29th, 2014, Shane Metcalfe was reported as an unauthorized absence from the Forensic Psychiatric Institute. Shane Metcalfe is now wanted on a Canada wide warrant for being unlawfully at large.
Shane Metcalfe is described as:
Do not approach if sighted. Report the sighting immediately to your nearest police by dialing 9-1-1. If you have information in regards to Shane Metcalfe’s whereabouts, call the Coquitlam RCMP at 604-945-1550 and quote file number 2014-21173.
On July 31, 2014, Redcliff RCMP entered into an investigation regarding a male who was on conditions to not attend any public area where children were present. Robert William MacLeod, 38, of Redcliff, is charged with five breaches of probation and has been remanded into custody for court on August 5, 2014 in Medicine Hat. The original conviction from which the probation stemmed was from British Columbia.
At this time, it is not alleged that any offences against a person were committed, only that he attended an area where there was a reasonable expectation that children were present. Anyone with specific concerns is asked to call the Redcliff RCMP Detachment at (403)548-2288.
The RCMP wish to remind the public that ensuring that children’s whereabouts are known and that children are regularly watched are the best proactive ways to prevent incidents from occurring in the first place. Successful investigations such as this cannot be accomplished without the assistance of the public, and calls about suspicious persons are very much appreciated in all cases.
Missing person case solved after 19 years
On the July 31, 2014 Jasper RCMP were contacted by a Mountain Guide that was leading a group of hikers on Athabasca Glacier, and came across a body. Jasper Parks Visitor Safety and Jasper RCMP personnel, with the assistance of the RCMP helicopter attended the scene. The body was determined to have been at the location for a considerable amount of time. The rescue crews were not able to recover the body before night fall and plans were made to return the following morning.
Parks Visitor Safety personnel and Jasper RCMP members returned to the site and by 12:05 pm, recovered the body. Jasper RCMP investigators confirmed the body to be of a missing 28 year old male from New Brunswick, that was reported missing on Jan 31, 1995, while climbing alone on Athabasca Glacier. Clothing and personal items, located on the body assisted the RCMP in linking the missing person file.
Next of kin have been notified and they are grateful, they now have the answers to questions they been asking for the past 19 years. The family has asked that the name of the deceased not be released to the media and the RCMP will be honoring their request. The RCMP and the Edmonton Medical examiners office will continue to investigate to determine the cause of death, but foul play is not suspected.
The Alberta government’s August traffic safety campaign focusses on educating the public about impaired driving. Between 2008 and 2012, on average each year, more than 90 people were killed and 1,480 people were injured in collisions involving a driver who had consumed alcohol.
Choosing to drive while impaired by drugs or alcohol may result in a criminal record and cost you your freedom, your dignity, your job, and even your life or the lives of those you love.
Impaired Driving Facts
On July 31st, 2014, Morinville RCMP, Town of Morinville Enforcement Services and Sturgeon County Protective Services participated in Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (S.T.E.P.) activities in the Town of Morinville and the Sturgeon County area. Officers from all three departments worked together in several zones throughout the day. The efforts resulted in a total of 73 charges being laid and 9 warrants being executed. The following charges were laid during this S.T.E.P. initiative:
Speeding - 43
Seatbelt infractions - 6
Equipment regulations - 13
Insurance related - 2
Distracted Driving - 2
Stop Sign - 1
Other charges - 6
Each month in Alberta, in addition to regular policing duties, police and partner agencies target specific area's of traffic safety and enforcement. During the month of August the focus will be on impaired driving.
Impaired driving whether by alcohol, drugs, fatigue or distraction imposes enormous costs on our society. Families, the health care system, the legal system, insurance companies and the general public all pay the price for impaired drivers. If you drive impaired, your luck will run out – you will get caught. Even worse, you may be involved in a severe collision that harms someone you love.
Officers help Albertans stay safe this summer
There’s nothing better than a long weekend during an Alberta summer. It’s a great time to get outside, head to a lake or park and, hopefully, enjoy an extra day of sunshine.
This long weekend, people will be fishing in our lakes and rivers, taking off-highway vehicles out for a spin and camping in provincial parks or on public land. With everyone travelling to their different destinations, our roads and highways will be very busy.
We want to see everyone who heads out to enjoy the long weekend make it home safely. So have fun, but be smart. Long weekends too often result in tragedies that could be prevented. To help stop tragedies from happening, we are taking action.
Our enforcement officers will spend the weekend helping everyone enjoy their time off safely.
For example, our fish and wildlife officers work with the public to help ensure laws protecting fish and wildlife are understood and followed. Meanwhile, commercial vehicle enforcement officers inspect semi-trucks and other commercial vehicles to see that they meet Alberta’s high safety standards. Conservation officers safeguard people visiting provincial parks, and protect the lakes, flora and fauna. And there will be more officers from the province’s integrated traffic units (made up of Alberta sheriffs and the RCMP) out on the roads making sure people drive safe and follow the rules of the road.
Together, all these officers will be working across Alberta to inform the public about safe recreation practices. It’s important to celebrate summer and discover what our province has to offer, but we are serious about keeping Albertans and visitors safe as well as protecting our parks and our fish and wildlife.
To get the most out of this long weekend, have fun—just do it safely and responsibly. Have a great long weekend!
Leduc man charged in stolen oilfield pipe investigation
On July 15, 2014 Killam/Forestburg RCMP Detachment received a call for service regarding a black Kenworth picker truck in the area of Sedgewick, Alberta. The vehicle and driver are alleged to have been involved in the theft of a large value of oilfield pipe.
Killam/Forestburg RCMP members located the vehicle. A 53 year old Leduc County man now faces multiple charges of theft over $5000, possession of break-in instruments and failing to comply with release conditions. The accused is scheduled to appear in Killam Provincial Court on August 5, 2014.
The Killam/Forestburg RCMP detachment would like to thank the public for their help in solving this crime.
Serious injury pedestrian collision in Calgary
The Calgary Police Service is continuing to investigate a serious injury pedestrian collision.
At approximately 10:40 p.m., Thursday, July 31, 2014, a grey 2006 Infiniti FX35 was traveling eastbound on 16 Avenue N.E. approaching 4 Street, when it struck a 45 year-old man who was crossing 16 Avenue outside of a marked crosswalk.
The pedestrian was transported to hospital and remains in critical condition.
Speed or alcohol consumption in relation to the driver is not being considered as factors. Alcohol consumption on the part of the pedestrian is being investigated at this time.
Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or have any information of the events leading up to the collision is asked to contact the Traffic Section at 403-567-4000.
Man charged in downtown Calgary homicide
The Calgary Police Service has charged a man in relation to a homicide that took place in a downtown park last weekend.
Just before 11 pm Sunday, July 27, 2014, police were called to a waterpark in the area of 8 Street and 7 Avenue S.W. for reports of a man in medical distress. A man in his 30s was found unconscious and was transported to hospital where he later died.
Investigators believe the man was approached by another man and struck in what appears to be an unprovoked attack. It is believed the offender and the victim were known to each other and the incident is not considered random.
Following an autopsy performed on Monday, July 28, 2014, the victim was identified as Brian BLACKKETTLE, 35.
Blaine MANYWOUNDS, 26, has been charged with manslaughter. He will next appear in court on Friday, August 8, 2014.
Missing 12-year-old Edmonton boy FOUND (update)
A 12-year-old boy who went missing Saturday, July 26, 2014 has been found.
A 12-year-old boy who went missing Saturday, July 26, 2014 has been found.
On behalf of Coquitlam RCMP
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| Wanted: Shane Metcalfe |
On July 29th, 2014, Shane Metcalfe was reported as an unauthorized absence from the Forensic Psychiatric Institute. Shane Metcalfe is now wanted on a Canada wide warrant for being unlawfully at large.
Shane Metcalfe is described as:
- 44 year old Caucasian male
- Short light brown unkempt hair
- 5’7, 195 lbs
- Green eyes
Do not approach if sighted. Report the sighting immediately to your nearest police by dialing 9-1-1. If you have information in regards to Shane Metcalfe’s whereabouts, call the Coquitlam RCMP at 604-945-1550 and quote file number 2014-21173.
Redcliff man breaches probation conditions to stay away from children
At this time, it is not alleged that any offences against a person were committed, only that he attended an area where there was a reasonable expectation that children were present. Anyone with specific concerns is asked to call the Redcliff RCMP Detachment at (403)548-2288.
The RCMP wish to remind the public that ensuring that children’s whereabouts are known and that children are regularly watched are the best proactive ways to prevent incidents from occurring in the first place. Successful investigations such as this cannot be accomplished without the assistance of the public, and calls about suspicious persons are very much appreciated in all cases.
Missing person case solved after 19 years
On the July 31, 2014 Jasper RCMP were contacted by a Mountain Guide that was leading a group of hikers on Athabasca Glacier, and came across a body. Jasper Parks Visitor Safety and Jasper RCMP personnel, with the assistance of the RCMP helicopter attended the scene. The body was determined to have been at the location for a considerable amount of time. The rescue crews were not able to recover the body before night fall and plans were made to return the following morning.
Parks Visitor Safety personnel and Jasper RCMP members returned to the site and by 12:05 pm, recovered the body. Jasper RCMP investigators confirmed the body to be of a missing 28 year old male from New Brunswick, that was reported missing on Jan 31, 1995, while climbing alone on Athabasca Glacier. Clothing and personal items, located on the body assisted the RCMP in linking the missing person file.
Next of kin have been notified and they are grateful, they now have the answers to questions they been asking for the past 19 years. The family has asked that the name of the deceased not be released to the media and the RCMP will be honoring their request. The RCMP and the Edmonton Medical examiners office will continue to investigate to determine the cause of death, but foul play is not suspected.
Impaired driving kills more than 90 Albertans each year
“Driving impaired, whether by alcohol, drugs, fatigue or distraction, imposes enormous cost to our society. Families, the health care system, the legal system, insurance companies and the general public all pay a tremendous price for impaired driving.” - Wayne Drysdale, Minister of Transportation
Choosing to drive while impaired by drugs or alcohol may result in a criminal record and cost you your freedom, your dignity, your job, and even your life or the lives of those you love.
“Unfortunately, impaired driving is still the leading criminal cause of death in Canada. Throughout August, RCMP and Integrated Traffic officers will be conducting additional Checkstops across the province to address this serious problem. We want to remind drivers that there are other safe options, such as cabs or calling a sober friend for a ride, other than getting behind the wheel after drinking.” - Inspector Stephen Grant, Officer in Charge/Operations, “K” Division Traffic Services
Impaired Driving Facts
- One in five drivers involved in fatal collisions had been drinking prior to the crash. This compares to an average of about one in 20 drivers involved in injury collisions. As the severity of the collision increases, so does the likelihood that alcohol was a factor.
- Those 18 to 21 years of age were most likely to have been drinking before a collision, with male drivers more likely than female drivers to have consumed alcohol before a collision.
- The highest numbers of casualty collisions involving alcohol occur during warmer months, from April to September, and are often associated with long weekends.
- Most casualty collisions involving alcohol happen on weekends, and the most likely time period is 11 p.m. to 3 a.m.
- On average, 8,600 people are convicted of impaired driving in Alberta each year.
- At .05 blood alcohol content, the probability of being in a crash doubles.
- Even at .05 blood alcohol content, drivers may experience impaired judgement, lowered alertness, difficulty steering and reduced coordination.
On July 31st, 2014, Morinville RCMP, Town of Morinville Enforcement Services and Sturgeon County Protective Services participated in Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (S.T.E.P.) activities in the Town of Morinville and the Sturgeon County area. Officers from all three departments worked together in several zones throughout the day. The efforts resulted in a total of 73 charges being laid and 9 warrants being executed. The following charges were laid during this S.T.E.P. initiative:
Speeding - 43
Seatbelt infractions - 6
Equipment regulations - 13
Insurance related - 2
Distracted Driving - 2
Stop Sign - 1
Other charges - 6
Each month in Alberta, in addition to regular policing duties, police and partner agencies target specific area's of traffic safety and enforcement. During the month of August the focus will be on impaired driving.
Impaired driving whether by alcohol, drugs, fatigue or distraction imposes enormous costs on our society. Families, the health care system, the legal system, insurance companies and the general public all pay the price for impaired drivers. If you drive impaired, your luck will run out – you will get caught. Even worse, you may be involved in a severe collision that harms someone you love.
There’s nothing better than a long weekend during an Alberta summer. It’s a great time to get outside, head to a lake or park and, hopefully, enjoy an extra day of sunshine.
This long weekend, people will be fishing in our lakes and rivers, taking off-highway vehicles out for a spin and camping in provincial parks or on public land. With everyone travelling to their different destinations, our roads and highways will be very busy.
We want to see everyone who heads out to enjoy the long weekend make it home safely. So have fun, but be smart. Long weekends too often result in tragedies that could be prevented. To help stop tragedies from happening, we are taking action.
Our enforcement officers will spend the weekend helping everyone enjoy their time off safely.
For example, our fish and wildlife officers work with the public to help ensure laws protecting fish and wildlife are understood and followed. Meanwhile, commercial vehicle enforcement officers inspect semi-trucks and other commercial vehicles to see that they meet Alberta’s high safety standards. Conservation officers safeguard people visiting provincial parks, and protect the lakes, flora and fauna. And there will be more officers from the province’s integrated traffic units (made up of Alberta sheriffs and the RCMP) out on the roads making sure people drive safe and follow the rules of the road.
Together, all these officers will be working across Alberta to inform the public about safe recreation practices. It’s important to celebrate summer and discover what our province has to offer, but we are serious about keeping Albertans and visitors safe as well as protecting our parks and our fish and wildlife.
To get the most out of this long weekend, have fun—just do it safely and responsibly. Have a great long weekend!
On July 15, 2014 Killam/Forestburg RCMP Detachment received a call for service regarding a black Kenworth picker truck in the area of Sedgewick, Alberta. The vehicle and driver are alleged to have been involved in the theft of a large value of oilfield pipe.
Killam/Forestburg RCMP members located the vehicle. A 53 year old Leduc County man now faces multiple charges of theft over $5000, possession of break-in instruments and failing to comply with release conditions. The accused is scheduled to appear in Killam Provincial Court on August 5, 2014.
The Killam/Forestburg RCMP detachment would like to thank the public for their help in solving this crime.
Serious injury pedestrian collision in Calgary
The Calgary Police Service is continuing to investigate a serious injury pedestrian collision.
At approximately 10:40 p.m., Thursday, July 31, 2014, a grey 2006 Infiniti FX35 was traveling eastbound on 16 Avenue N.E. approaching 4 Street, when it struck a 45 year-old man who was crossing 16 Avenue outside of a marked crosswalk.
The pedestrian was transported to hospital and remains in critical condition.
Speed or alcohol consumption in relation to the driver is not being considered as factors. Alcohol consumption on the part of the pedestrian is being investigated at this time.
Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or have any information of the events leading up to the collision is asked to contact the Traffic Section at 403-567-4000.
The Calgary Police Service has charged a man in relation to a homicide that took place in a downtown park last weekend.
Just before 11 pm Sunday, July 27, 2014, police were called to a waterpark in the area of 8 Street and 7 Avenue S.W. for reports of a man in medical distress. A man in his 30s was found unconscious and was transported to hospital where he later died.
Investigators believe the man was approached by another man and struck in what appears to be an unprovoked attack. It is believed the offender and the victim were known to each other and the incident is not considered random.
Following an autopsy performed on Monday, July 28, 2014, the victim was identified as Brian BLACKKETTLE, 35.
Blaine MANYWOUNDS, 26, has been charged with manslaughter. He will next appear in court on Friday, August 8, 2014.
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