Detectives lay charges in June homicide

Yesterday afternoon (Wednesday, July 30, 2014), Justin Mark Nanaquawetung, 26, turned himself into homicide investigators at Police Headquarters.

He was arrested and charged with manslaughter in the June 22, 2014 death of Michael Bradley Laronde, 33 of Saskatchewan.

Laronde died from blunt force trauma to the head after an altercation outside a pub in the area of 91 Street and 83 Avenue.

The accused appeared before a Justice of the Peace last night (July 30) and was released on bail.

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EPS Recruitment

In the summer of 1996, then-Constable Eddy McIsaac was in the middle of responding to an incident when he heard a nearby woman screaming for help.

A two-year-old girl was choking and gasping for air. Constable McIsaac rushed over, applied CPR and saved the little girl’s life.

Nearly two decades later, the now-20-year-old woman and her family have reunited with Inspector McIsaac.

Media are invited to join the family and Inspector McIsaac tomorrow afternoon, where they will share their stories:

Thursday, July 31, 2014 at 1:30 p.m.

Atrium, EPS Headquarters (9620 – 103A Avenue)

This reunion showcases how rewarding a career in policing is, and the impact officers can have on their respective communities.

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Suspect turns himself in to police for homicide

A man turned himself into police today in relation to a homicide that occurred earlier this month.

Aaron Mullins, 28, turned himself into homicide detectives today, Monday, July 28, 2014 at Edmonton Police Headquarters and was charged with manslaughter and possession of a weapon.

An autopsy was conducted on Tuesday, July 8, 2014 by the Edmonton Medical Examiner; however the cause of death of Kerry McGill, 41, is pending toxicology results.

Background:

EPS officers responded just before 7 p.m., Tuesday, July 8, 2014, to a report of a deceased male in a residence in the area of 105 Street and 99 Avenue.

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Woman charged after leaving children alone in vehicle

The Edmonton Police Service has charged a woman for allegedly leaving her children unattended in a vehicle, as temperatures rose to 25 C on Thursday afternoon.

Southeast Division officers responded to a South Edmonton Common grocery store parking lot in the area of 97 Street and 23 Avenue at approximately 2 p.m. on Thursday, July 24, 2014, after it was reported that two young children had allegedly been left alone in a vehicle for 15 to 20 minutes.

The children’s mother returned to the vehicle as officers arrived on scene and discovered a four-year-old girl and eight-year-old boy left alone in a SUV.

“Although the vehicle was not running and the keys were not left inside, the bottom line is a vehicle is not a babysitter,” says Staff Sergeant Warren Driechel with Southeast Division. “Regardless of the weather, it is never safe to leave children unattended in a vehicle. They can suffer medical distress or become victims of crime. Make sure kids are always properly supervised and plan outings accordingly.”

The children did not require medical attention. The 39-year-old mother was charged with one count of cause a child to be in need of intervention under Section 130 of the Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Act.

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Three males facing multiple drug charges for targeting youth with “free samples” in Old Strathcona

Three males are facing multiple drug-related offences for allegedly providing free drug samples to youth in the Strathcona corridor on Wednesday, July 17 and Thursday July 18, 2014. The three suspects are alleged to have canvassed and offered youth free drug samples of base cocaine in packages that included the accused’s contact information for potential future purchases. The alleged curb-side transactions were made from the window of a white Dodge Ram pick-up truck, while the accused were parked in Old Strathcona near 103 Street and 83 Avenue.



Charged with trafficking, possession for the purpose and living of the proceeds of crime are Jesse Levesque, 22, and Chris Hefford of Edmonton, 22, and Dan Friedrick, 25, of Spruce Grove.



Members from the EPS Old Scona Beats and Drug Undercover Street Team (DUST) partnered on the two-day initiative, July 17 and 18, 2014, which primarily focused its resources on identifying drug traffickers targeting youth in the area.







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Missing 4-year-old girl located

Police have located the missing 4 year old girl. Savanna was found unharmed, in the area of 95 Street and 107 Avenue, with a friend. Thank you to everyone for their assistance.



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Weapons complaint results in injury to man

Charges have been laid in a weapons complaint in the west-end that resulted in a man being to hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

On Monday, July 14, 2014 at approximately 11:30 a.m. a man attended a property management company in the area of 155 Street and Stony Plain Road to lodge a complaint about his rental suite.

It is reported that the man’s behaviour escalated and he was asked to calm down and leave the premises. A female employee and male employee escorted the man out of the building, and employees locked down the office.

Shortly thereafter, the accused returned to the business where he allegedly smashed a window with a weapon to gain entry into the building, where the male employee was working. The accused allegedly attacked the employee in the neck with a knife. When police arrived, the employee safely escaped the building where he received medical assistance and was transported to hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

West Division officers and Tactical Unit arrived on-scene and contained the area. Police arrested the accused without further incident. He was also taken to hospital for non-life threatening injuries.

Allan Schaffer Andkilde, 62, has been charged with attempted murder, break and enter to commit, possession of a weapon, uttering threats, and mischief under $5,000.

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Police thank Edmonton citizens for reporting suspected impaired drivers

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:

• 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.

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Multiple reports of windows shot out with BB gun

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.

Anyone who has information about this crime is asked to contact the EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone. Anonymous information can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at http://ift.tt/1az8Eve.

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Second-degree murder warrant issued for arrest of Richard Lacarte

The Edmonton Police Service has issued a Canada-wide warrant for the arrest of Richard Paul Lacarte, 47, for second-degree murder in connection with the death of Demetrios Karahalios earlier this year.

Karahalios, 48, was found deceased inside an Oliver neighbourhood residence on March 8, 2014. Due to the ongoing investigation, the cause of death is not being released.



Lacarte, 47, is described as being a Caucasian male, 5’9” tall and 150 pounds, with brown eyes and grey hair. He is missing some teeth and may have a beard. (see photo below).



Lacarte is described as being a drifter, who has resided at several addresses across the country.

The public is asked to contact the Edmonton Police Service should the accused be located, but do not approach him. Tips can be submitted by contacting EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone. Anonymous information can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at http://ift.tt/1az8Eve

Richard Paul Lacarte, 47:

Wanted for second-degree murder

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