Policing in Alberta to October 12, 2014 (updated)

Sylvan Lake pursuit suspect sought on numerous charges
Hit and run in Fort Macleod
Vehicle theft investigation leads to stolen copper wire
Occupant Restraint Safety month
B&E to Grande Prairie elementary school
B&E to Falher Hotel
Man arrested for 2013 Edmonton nightclub murder

Sylvan Lake pursuit suspect sought

Wanted: Lance James Peters

Sylvan Lake RCMP

On Saturday night at 11:15 pm, Sylvan Lake RCMP conducted a routine traffic stop on a Dodge Ram truck in Sylvan Lake near the CP Blakely School. The driver of the truck lied to police about his name but his true identity was later confirmed. As police attempted an arrest on this male for numerous outstanding warrants, the suspect fled the scene in the Dodge truck narrowly missing an officer on foot and then ramming a police vehicle to escape. As a result, a Pursuit was initiated which went through Sylvan Lake and then north on Highway 20 towards Bentley. The pursuit was eventually terminated by police as the risk to the public was deemed to be too great.

24 year old Lance James PETERS of No Fixed Address has subsequently been charged as a result of this incident with numerous offences:

• Obstructing a Peace Officer - S. 129(a) Criminal Code
• Theft of a Truck - S. 333.1 Criminal Code
• Resisting Arrest - S. 129 Criminal Code
• Flight from police - S. 249.1(1) criminal Code
• Fail to remain at accident - S. 252 Criminal Code
• Dangerous Driving - S. 249(1)(a) Criminal Code.

An Arrest Warrant has been issued on these new charges.

Wanted: Lance James Peters

PETERS has broken in to numerous residences in the past 2 weeks in the Rocky Mountain House - Sylvan Lake area and has stolen numerous vehicles during his crime spree. He also faces numerous charges from Rocky Mountain House for similar incidents and has access to weapons. He is not afraid to use violence to commit his crimes. He has ties to Rocky, Sylvan Lake, Rimbey and Red Deer. PETERS was last seen at Bentley driving a stolen 2011 Blue Dodge Ram truck bearing Alberta licence plate BCG-7215.

PETERS should be considered Armed and Dangerous and if you see or recognize him, please do not approach him, call 911 immediately.

If you have any information on the whereabouts of PETERS, please contact either Sylvan Lake RCMP (403)858-3333 or Rocky Mountain House RCMP (403)845-2881 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS)

Hit and run in Fort Macleod

Fort Macleod RCMP

On September 21, 2014 at 7:30 am, the Fort Macleod RCMP received a complaint of a hit and run on 6 Ave. at 17 Street. A newer model red Grand Caravan was seen running the stop sign on 17 Street and crashing into the fence at the rugby fields damaging the fence and hydro pole. The two occupants the left the scene and were last seen heading south on Highway 2. This van will have damage to the front end.

The RCMP is investigating this incident as a hit and run and is seeking public assistance in identifying any suspects. Anyone that may have witnessed this incident or who has any information to provide are asked to contact the Fort Macleod RCMP at 403 553-7200 or call Crime Stoppers at 1 800 222-8477 (TIPS).

Vehicle theft investigation leads  to stolen copper wire

Red Deer City RCMP

On October 10 at approximately 5pm, Red Deer City RCMP General Investigation Section (GIS), Police Dog Service (PDS) and uniformed members responded to a complaint of a suspicious Ford pick up truck (F350) at a northside metal yard. Police were able to determine that the 2003 Ford F350 had been reported stolen from Blackfalds. Upon police arrival, three males involved were attempting to sell copper wire that had been stolen from a welding truck earlier in the day. All three males were arrested without incident.

The stolen truck was recovered along with approximately 150 feet of welding cable that had already been stripped at location by the suspects. The welders cable is valued at approximately $1500.

The three males facing charges are :

BREMNER, Joel (43 yrs old) of no fixed address

• Section 354(1)(a) CC - Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000
• Section 355.2 CC - Trafficking in property obtained by crime under $5000
• Section 4(1) CDSA - Possession of methamphetamine
• Section 733.1 CC – Fail to comply with probation order

SMAASLET, James (44 yrs old) of no fixed address

• Section 354(1)(a) CC - Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000
• Section 355.2 CC - Trafficking in property obtained by crime under $5000

SPRAGUE, James (60 yrs old) of no fixed address

• Section 354(1)(a) CC - Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000
• Section 355.2 CC - Trafficking in property obtained by crime under $5000

All three men have been remanded to appear in Red Deer Provincial Court on October 14, 2014 at 9:30am.
Occupant Restraint Safety month

RCMP Alberta Media Relations

October is Occupant Restraint Safety month and the RCMP will be partnering with other local organizations to ensure that the general public is complying with all Occupant Restraint laws.

According to the Alberta Motor Association “the use of a seat belt is perhaps the most effective way of reducing injury severity and likelihood of fatalities among vehicle occupants involved in a crash. In a large number of fatal crashes in Alberta, the victims were not wearing seat belts. Canadian statistics show that 40 per cent of those killed and 20 per cent of those injured on Canada’s roads do not use seat belts.”

When a vehicle stops suddenly in a crash, any unrestrained articles or people continue traveling at the same speed until they hit the dashboard, windshield or another object inside the vehicle. Seat belts prevent death and serious injuries to occupants of light duty motor vehicles in potentially fatal collisions 39 to 60 per cent of the time. This varies depending on the type and size of vehicle and where the person is seated.

Seat belts are designed to fit adults, not children! The proper use of a child seat has been shown to reduce the likelihood of a child being injured or killed in a crash by as much as 75 per cent.

According to the law in Alberta, it is the driver’s responsibility to ensure the passengers under 16 years of age are buckled up correctly. For children under 40 lbs (18 kg) or under 6 years of age, the law states the following:

• An appropriate child seat must be used.
• The child safety seat must be correctly installed in the vehicle.
• The child must be properly secured into the seat.

Key resources include:

• The instructions that came with their child safety or booster seat.
• The instructions contained in their vehicle owners manual.
• A series of Child Safety Seat YES Tests – rear-facing, forward facing or booster seat-that are self-check tools for choosing, installing and using a child safety seat or booster seat.

Infants and children rely on their parents and caregivers to make every ride a safe ride. Using the available resources, parents and caregivers can make sure they have the right seat and are using it correctly every time.

RCMP request that all drivers take responsibility for not only their safety but for the safety of everyone who are using our Highways.

B&E to Grande Prairie elementary school

Grande Prairie RCMP

RCMP are investigating a break and enter and theft from a local elementary school which occurred sometime during the evening of October 8, 2014.

At approximately 8:30 p.m. on October 8, 2014, an unknown number of suspects broke into the IV Macklin elementary school located in the Crystal Heights area of Grande Prairie. Once inside, the suspects stole 6 silver ipads from the school then then left the scene in an unknown direction of travel.

If you have any information about this or any other crime(s), please call the Grande Prairie RCMP detachment at 780-830-5700. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

B&E to Falher Hotel

McLennan RCMP

On the morning of September 29, 2014, the McLennan RCMP responded to a complaint of a break and enter to the Falher Hotel.  Investigation revealed three people enter the business at approximately 4:45 a.m. and stole a safe. The value of the theft is in excess of $10,000.00. The identity of the thieves is still pending and the McLennan RCMP are asking for anyone with information on this theft to contact the McLennan RCMP at (780) 324-3086 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

Man arrested for 2013 Edmonton nightclub murder

Edmonton Police Service

EPS Homicide detectives have arrested a man in connection with the death of Justin Mark Samuels, 25, who was fatally stabbed in a downtown Edmonton nightclub on May 15, 2013.

At 9:15 a.m. today (Friday, Oct. 10, 2014) members of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), the Wellington County Crime Unit along with the Wellington County Emergency Response Team arrested the accused in assistance to the EPS.

At the time of arrest, the accused was wanted on Canada-wide warrants for first degree murder and possession of an offensive weapon.

Daryl Pierre Rivest, 42, will be transported back to Edmonton to face the charges.

Detectives continue to investigate.

Samuels died after sustaining multiple stab wounds to his body in the early morning hours at the former Hex Lounge, near 107 Street and 104 Avenue.