Suspect arrested in west-end warehouse incident

The Edmonton Police Service has arrested the suspect that was wanted in connection with a multiple stabbing incident that occurred at a west-end warehouse today.

Police responded to the area of 39 Street and 74 Avenue after a concerned citizen called police to report a suspect vehicle that was released to the public around 4:30 p.m. Officers boxed-in the suspect vehicle and arrested the lone male driver just after 5 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 28, 2014.

Charges are pending as the investigation continues.

Background:

Just after 2 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 28, 2014, police were called to the area of 161 Street and 121 A Avenue in response to reports of aggravated assaults with a knife.

The suspect Jayme Pasieka, 29, is wanted in connection with the deaths of two people aggravated assaults.

Two people are confirmed dead, and 4 others have been injured.

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It's time to change your password!

Change Your Password Day will officially kick-off Fraud Prevention Month in Edmonton. The Better Business Bureau, the Bank of Canada, and Service Alberta will participate in the kick-off.

Deputy Mayor Dave Loken will present the Edmonton Police Service with a proclamation for Change Your Password Day:

Thursday, Feb. 27, 2014, 11 a.m.

Police Headquarters, 9620 – 103 A Avenue

Second Floor Atrium

Each week in March, information on password security, grandparent scams, and mobile security for youth will be disseminated through social and traditional media. The month will culminate with an event highlighting the importance of the secure disposal of data and electronic devices.

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Suspect arrested during evening crime spree in Garneau

A 30-year-old Edmonton man is facing multiple charges in connection with several alleged personal robberies that occurred Thursday evening in a south-side neighbourhood. Southwest Division patrol members responded to a popular eatery in Garneau at approximately 9:45 p.m., Feb. 20, 2014, after police received multiple calls regarding several attempted personal robberies.



It is alleged that in the first incident, a male suspect approached a male complainant and demanded money outside of a cinema at 87 Avenue and 109 Street. It was also reported that the suspect placed his hand into the complainant's pocket, but was unsuccessful in obtaining any property.



The accused then ran northbound on 109 Street to 88 Avenue, where it is alleged the suspect demanded the wallet of a second male complainant. The suspect was again unsuccessful, and ran westbound to a restaurant located near 88 Avenue and 109 Street.



It is alleged that at this location, the male suspect demanded a female complainant to get out of her vehicle. The woman refused, and the suspect forcibly removed her. The suspect then allegedly drove away in the vehicle, colliding with a parked vehicle nearby.



Two male witnesses from the nearby restaurant ran to the scene of the collision and attempted to apprehend the suspect, at which time the suspect allegedly struck one of the males.



The suspect fled the area on foot and was eventually arrested by Southwest patrol members on the University of Alberta campus.



Christopher Paul Evans is charged with robbery (x3), disguise with intent (x3), assault and hit and run.





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Three teens facing animal cruelty charges, following death of cat

The Edmonton Police Service has arrested and charged two adults and one youth in connection with the alleged stabbing death of a cat from their south-side neighbourhood.

Southeast Division members and Edmonton firefighters responded to the scene of a small fire in the Mill Creek Ravine between Kassa Road and 35 Avenue, at approximately 6 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 13, 2014.



Upon arrival, firefighters discovered the remains of a mutilated cat, bloody scissors and an animal crate nearby. Three males were located and arrested shortly thereafter with the assistance of Air 1, at a nearby bus stop near 35 Avenue and 37 Street.



The teens are alleged to have stolen a family pet from the home of an acquaintance, before taking it to the nearby ravine, where they fatally stabbed the cat.



Zachary Allen McKinnon, 18, Wendell Mack Mah, 18, and a 14-year-old male who cannot be named under the Young Offender Act, are all charged with animal cruelty.

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Area merchants warned to be vigilant in light of counterfeit US $50 bills

The Edmonton Police Service Economic Crimes Section is warning area merchants to be vigilant about checking serial numbers on US $50 bills, after a recent influx of counterfeit currency was reported to police.

Economic Crimes Section’ detectives are investigating numerous incidents involving counterfeit US $50 notes, since the beginning of 2014. A total of 21 counterfeit bills containing similar serial numbers have been used at Edmonton-area businesses.



The serial numbers found on the bogus bills are as follows:

• JG58874300A


• JG66663460A


• JG6663461A

These US $50 notes account for 20 per cent of the counterfeit currency seized by the EPS over the last six weeks.

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Police lay charge in fatal hit-and-run

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) Major Collision Investigation Section (MCIS) has charged a man in relation to a fatal hit-and-run that occurred in early December 2013.

Just before 1:30 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 2, a group of about five people were walking north at 105 Avenue on 102 Street, when a 2006 Pontiac Montana drove around the corner and struck one of them, a 25-year-old male. The Pontiac didn’t stop after the collision, continuing north on 102 Street. The group was walking on the road due to a lack of sidewalks in the area.

“The vehicle was found abandoned a short time later near 105 Avenue and 96 Street,” said MCIS Sergeant, Gary Lamont.

The victim, from Wabasca, Alberta, was treated and transported to hospital in life-threatening condition; however he died from his injuries on Wednesday, Dec. 4.

The accused, Darnell Belcourt, 19, has been charged with failing to remain at the scene of collision causing death.

The investigation continues with additional charges pending.

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Man wanted on warrants turns himself in

A man wanted in connection with several domestic-violence related offences has turned himself in to police.

Chico Cardinal, 24, turned himself in at Police Headquarters, late in the evening on Feb. 8, 2014 and was charged with break and enter commit assault (x2), choking to overcome resistance, unlawful confinement, and breach of conditions (x4).

The two-year-old boy was also found safe and sound.

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Motorists’ driving habits anything but “text book” near schools

The Edmonton Police Service is reminding motorists to comply with all traffic laws when travelling near schools, areas that are becoming chronically congested with vehicles and pedestrians.

Traffic surveys conducted recently by EPS in Southwest Division, highlight the need to remind motorists to slow down and adhere to all traffic laws near schools.



“As any parent can attest, the roadways around schools are becoming increasingly difficult to navigate due to the volume of traffic flow through these areas,” said Const. Andre Paul, of EPS Southwest Division, a part of the city that boasts 67 schools, the highest concentration of educational facilities in the city.



“Combine that with icy roadways and school bus traffic and you’ve got a recipe for disaster. We want to ensure all of our children get to school and home safely, and to accomplish that we need our partners, the public, to drive responsibility.”



Between Oct. 30, 2013 and Nov. 19, 2013, police monitored nine schools throughout the Southwest corridor and recorded numerous traffic infractions by both drivers and pedestrians, including crosswalk violations, failing to stop for pedestrians, failing to come to a complete stop, failing to wear a seatbelt, disobeying traffic signals, jaywalking and distracted driving.



While motorists can face fines upwards of $587 for various school zone traffic infractions, it is often children and their families who could pay the highest price when a pedestrian is struck by a vehicle.

“Enforcement is certainly one of the tools we can employ, but police can’t be everywhere,” said Const. Paul. “We need the public to be aware that in the few minutes that they save by rushing to and from a school to deliver and pick-up children, they could also tragically alter, not only their lives, but the lives of others, forever. “It’s not worth it.”

Police noted close to 800 traffic infractions that occurred in and around the nine schools that were monitored in Southwest Edmonton over a three-week period.

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Traffic Section investigating serious injury collision

At approximately 11:30 p.m. last night (Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2014) a 1997 Honda Civic being driven by a 19-year-old man, collided into the back of a bobtail (a tractor without a trailer).

It was reported that the Honda Civic was travelling at a high rate of speed just before the collision occurred. Both vehicles were traveling westbound on Yellowhead Trail, at approximately 129 Street, at the time of the collision.

The driver of the Civic was thrown from his seat and partially through the windshield during the collision, causing serious injuries. Witnesses at the scene provided immediate first aid before the arrival of EMS. Paramedics treated the man and he was taken to hospital, where he’s in critical but stable condition.

The driver of the bobtail did not report any injuries at the time.

The westbound lanes of Yellowhead Trail, between 127 Street and St. Albert Trail, were closed until 5 a.m. this morning, while Major Collision Investigation Unit members conducted their investigation.

It’s believed that speed and alcohol may be factors in the collision. Charges are pending against the driver of the Honda Civic. The file is still under investigation.

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Woman charged after leaving child alone in vehicle

The Edmonton Police Service has charged a woman under the Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Act, for allegedly leaving her child alone in a vehicle, as temperatures dropped to - 17C Monday evening.

Southwest Division members responded to a strip mall parking lot near 39 Avenue and Calgary Trail, at approximately 6:30 p.m., Monday, Feb. 3, 2014, after being notified by an observant passerby that a young child had allegedly been left unattended in a vehicle.



Upon arrival, Southwest Patrol members discovered a two-year-old girl alone in a vehicle that was not running. Witnesses told police the child had been in the vehicle for approximately 40 minutes.



Patrol members broke a window and retrieved the child from the vehicle. Paramedics were called out and determined the girl was cold, but otherwise in good health.



A 32-year-old Edmonton woman returned to her vehicle shortly thereafter and was charged with cause a child to be in need of intervention under Section 130 of the CYFEA.

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Patrol officers locate missing grandmother

A 49-year-old woman who was reported missing on Sunday has been located by Northeast Division patrol members. Darlene Ann Dickie was spotted by officers in the area of 131 Avenue and 65 Street. The woman was found unharmed. No further information is available at this time.



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