Homicide detectives investigating human remains found in garage

The Edmonton Police Service Homicide Section is investigating human remains found buried beneath a garage near 118 Avenue and 96 Street.

Police received information that a body may have been buried in the floor of the residential garage, which resulted in a forensic examination being conducted this past week.

 

Yesterday investigators recovered the remains of an unidentified male at that location.

 

Investigators believe the body was buried in the garage within the last year.  Homicide detectives are now investigating.

 

An autopsy has been scheduled for Monday.

 

Police encourage anyone with information about this suspicious death and/or individuals who may have regularly frequented this 118 Avenue address in the last year 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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Police investigate fatal single-vehicle collision on 127 Street

The Edmonton Police Service is investigating a fatal single-vehicle collision that occurred this afternoon on 127 Street in Northwest Division.

Northwest Division officers responded to a single-vehicle collision near 133 Avenue and 127 Street today, Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2017, at approximately 1:10 p.m.

 

It was reported to police that a Kia Rio carrying three occupants travelling northbound on 127 Street lost control near 133 Avenue. The vehicle then jumped the east-side curb and travelled through a parking lot before colliding with a business front.

 

Paramedics treated and transported a 67-year-old female passenger to hospital where she later succumbed to her injuries. The 34-year-old female driver and a second female passenger sustained non-life-threatening injuries in the collision.

 

Major Collision Investigation Unit has since taken over the investigation. This marks Edmonton’s 21^st fatal collision of 2017.

 

Anyone with information about this fatal collision is encouraged 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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Police seek owners of recovered stolen property

The Edmonton Police Service is seeking the original owners of some stolen property following the arrest of two individuals responsible for multiple break-and-enters in Edmonton and Sherwood Park.

On Sep. 13, 2017 Southwest Division officers responded to a report of a break-and-enter in progress in the area of Adamson Drive and Allard Link. Witnesses reported that two individuals, a male and a female, broke into a multi-unit residence, allegedly attempting to steal keys that provided access to building storage units.  Upon police arrival, the suspects reportedly fled in a stolen, silver Honda Civic, struck a nearby tree and continued to flee on foot.

 

With the assistance of EPS Air 1, both suspects were taken into custody a short time later and the vehicle was also seized.  Inside the stolen vehicle officers located break-and-enter tools and a large volume of allegedly stolen property.

 

Following a thorough investigation, including assistance from the Strathcona County RCMP, officers determined that the two suspects were linked to several break-and-enters that reportedly occurred from August through September in southeast Edmonton, southwest Edmonton and Sherwood Park. In addition, police are seeking a third male suspect allegedly linked to these break-and-enters and have issued warrants for his arrest. Combined, the three suspects have been charged with more than 60 Criminal Code offences.

 

While owners for majority of the recovered stolen property were identified, several of the recovered items remain unclaimed. These items, including five vintage Oilers memorabilia prints and a limited edition gold truck ornament, are now posted on the EPS Pinterest page in hopes that the original owner(s) will come forward to claim them.

      

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

In relation to the Edmonton break-and-enters, the EPS has charged:

Tony Koeferle, 38, with shop break and commit theft (x5), possession of stolen property, possession of identity document, possess break-and-enter tools (x2), mischief under $5000 and disguised with intent

Krystal McCarthy, 19, with shop break and commit theft.

Warrants have also been issued for the arrest of Aaron Stelcer, 38, who is charged with shop break and commit theft, possess break-and-enter tools and mischief under $5,000.

Anyone who has information about stolen property 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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More than 2,400 violations issued during “Big Ticket Event”

Edmonton Police Service officers and City of Edmonton automated enforcement handed out 2492 traffic violations last week during Operation 24 Hours.

During the 24-hour enforcement period from Wednesday, Sept. 20, to Thursday, Sept. 21, 2017, there were 1,910 speeding tickets issued by EPS officers and automated enforcement. Other Traffic Safety Act violations, including distracted driving, accounted for 576 of the total violations issued. There were also six Criminal Code offences.

On Wednesday, Sept. 20, members with the EPS Traffic Section stopped a black BMW X5 in the area of 111 Avenue and 97 Street. While conducting the vehicle stop, officers discovered the 40-year-old female driver had an outstanding traffic warrant and the 34-year-old male passenger was breaching conditions. In addition, the passenger was in possession of drugs, weapons, break-and-enter tools and stolen financial information. The driver was subsequently issued several traffic violations and a promise to appear and the passenger was taken into custody and charged with multiple criminal code offences, including possession of a controlled substance, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose (x2), possess break-and-enter tools and possess stolen property (x2).

 

The Edmonton Police Service and the City of Edmonton coordinate regular enforcement campaigns throughout the year (such as Operation 24 Hours) to improve traffic safety on Edmonton’s roadways.

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Public information and warning: Sex offender released

In the interest of public safety, the Edmonton Police Service is issuing the following warning; Alexandre Passechnikov, 32, is a convicted sexual offender and the Edmonton Police Service believes he is at risk to commit another sexual offence against a female while in the community.

Passechnikov has a known history of assaulting females and particulars of his history that the public should be aware of are:

• His assaults are not specific to any particular time of the day or location;

• Locations of his assaults can be semi-private areas (such as apartment buildings) but have included busy streets/areas in plain view of bystanders;

• His targets were women of varied ages who were walking alone (even if there were other people in the area); and

• His targets were not known to him prior to the assaults.

 

In addition, it is believed that Passechnikov has attempted to have unprotected sexual contact with females even though it is believed that he has an infectious, potentially life-threatening, medical condition that can be transmitted through bodily fluids.  

 

Passechnikov will be residing in the Edmonton area.  The Edmonton Police Service is seeking a recognizance order on Passechnikov and he will be closely monitored by the Behavioural Assessment Unit of the Edmonton Police Service.

 

Passechnikov has been placed on a series of court ordered conditions including:

• Must abide by a curfew of 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. daily

• Must abstain from the possession or consumption of alcohol and drugs, including marijuana

• Must not be found in any place whose primary source of income is the sale or consumption of alcohol (i.e. bars, taverns, nightclubs, lounges, liquor stores)

• Must not leave the City of Edmonton without approval of his supervisor           

 

Anyone with a related police emergency should contact the Edmonton Police Service at 911 and anyone with any information about any potential breaches of these conditions by Passechnikov can contact the EPS at 780-423-4567.

 

The Edmonton Police Service is issuing this information and warning after careful deliberation of all related issues, including privacy concerns, in the belief that it is clearly in the public interest to inform the members of the community. 

 

  

Alexandre Passechnikov, 32
Height: 6’1"
Weight: 166 lbs
Eyes: Blue
Hair: Brown

 

Members of the public are advised that the intent of this process is to enable citizens to take suitable precautionary measures. Releasing this information is NOT intended to encourage people to engage in any form of vigilante action.

 

This information is released under the authority of the FOIP Act, RSA 2000, C. F-25.

 

The information in this release is that which was verifiable prior to the release time indicated. Continued investigation and review could result in additional information or clarification.

 

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Police release sketch of male believed to be responsible for indecent act

The Edmonton Police Service is releasing a composite sketch of a male believed to be responsible for an indecent act earlier this month.

On Friday, Sept. 8, 2017 a 14-year-old female was waiting at a bus stop in the area of Parsons Road and 91 Street, when she was approached by a male unknown to her. The male allegedly exposed himself to the female and then reportedly fled the area on foot.

 

 

Unidentified male suspect

 

The unidentified suspect is described as a 30-year-old Caucasian male, believed to stand between 5’6”- 5’8” with a stocky build. He has short dark hair, with slight balding on the top, and was last seen wearing a blue blazer, blue dress pants and a light coloured shirt with dark shoes.

 

Anyone with information about the suspect’s identity is encouraged 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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Police investigate fatal single-vehicle collision on Whitemud Drive

The Edmonton Police Service is investigating a fatal collision that occurred early this morning on Whitemud Drive.

At approximately 4 a.m. this morning, Monday, Sept. 25, 2017, West Division officers responded to a single-vehicle collision on Whitemud Drive.

 

It was reported that a car was driving westbound on Whitemud Drive when it struck a concrete barrier in the area of 149 Street. The collision reportedly caused the car to catch fire and ejected the male driver from the vehicle. The driver had succumbed to his injuries when officers arrived on scene.

 

Speed is believed to be a factor in this collision.

 

Whitemud Drive westbound from Fox Drive to 149 Street remains closed as EPS Traffic Section investigates. Motorists are advised to find alternate travel routes.

 

Anyone with information about this fatal collision is encouraged 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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Police investigate fatal single-vehicle collision

The Edmonton Police Service is investigating a fatal collision that occurred this afternoon on Groat Road.

At approximately 2 p.m. this afternoon, Sunday, Sept. 24, 2017, Southwest Division officers responded to a single-vehicle collision on the Groat Road Bridge. It was reported that a 53-year-old female was driving a Honda Shadow motorcycle northbound on Groat Road when the motorcycle struck a concrete barrier on the Groat Road Bridge.

 

Both EMS and Edmonton Fire responded, but the female succumbed to her injuries on scene.  

 

Speed and alcohol are not believed to be factors in this collision. EPS Traffic Section continues to investigate.

 

This is Edmonton’s 18th traffic fatality of 2017.

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Charges laid in lottery fraud

EPS Economic Crimes Section has charged an individual in relation to a lottery fraud, which spanned a whole year between September 2012 and September 2013.

Hassan Karim Choudhry, 31, a former store manager for a national convenience store chain, is charged with fraud over $5,000 for allegedly manipulating the store’s accounting system for lottery payouts that totalled $524,000.

 

“The accused was allegedly paying out non-existent lottery tickets to himself until the fraud was discovered and he was terminated from his job,” says Det. Jerry Sobchyshyn of Economic Crimes Section.

 

The employer reported the fraud to EPS in October 2013 and charges were laid this week.

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Autopsy results released in Sept. 18th suspicious death

The Edmonton Medical Examiner’s Office has confirmed that Blayne Joseph Burnstick died from a gun-shot wound, and the manner of death is homicide.

Burnstick, 25, was found deceased inside a multi-level residence near Commonwealth Stadium at 111 Avenue and 94 Street on Monday, Sept. 18, 2017. Investigators have since confirmed that Burnstick was not a resident of that building.

Homicide detectives continue to investigate. This marks Edmonton’s 36th homicide of 2017.

                                                                                                                                      

Investigators are encouraging anyone with information regarding this homicide 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.

 

Every file is evaluated on a case by case basis. The EPS has decided to release the name of the deceased as it serves an investigative purpose.

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Police uncover counterfeiting and forgery operation

Northeast Division detectives have arrested three individuals in relation to a counterfeiting and forgery operation that was uncovered last week.

On Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2017, police were investigating a break and enter complaint. Information from that report led police to execute a search warrant on a residence in the area of 151 Avenue and 95 Street. Property from the break and enter was recovered and during the search warrant, police uncovered an alleged counterfeiting and forgery operation.

 

Numerous personal documents were uncovered including identification cards, credit cards, and stolen mail.

 

Krystin Moore, 30, William Schaffrick, 45, and Sebastiaan Van Den Biggelaar, 74, have been charged with making counterfeit money, possession of counterfeit money, and possession of forgery instruments.

 

Moore and Schaffrick were also charged with break and enter commit theft.

 

Additional charges are pending as the investigation continues.

 

Protect against identity theft:

 

• Be wary of unsolicited emails, phone calls or mail asking for personal or financial information.
• Reduce the number of identification, debit / credit, and membership cards you carry. Cancel cards that are no longer used and report stolen ones.
• Change your PIN and passwords on a regular basis.
• Don’t let your credit / debit card leave your sight at a restaurant, bar or business.
• Never leave your mobile phone, tablet, laptop or computer unattended, and secure your wallet / purse to prevent theft.
• Obtain a credit report once a year for free through the two credit bureaus, Equifax and TransUnion.
• Monitor your mail delivery, and follow up on missing statements or unfamiliar transactions.  Report lost or stolen mail immediately to Canada Post at 1-866-607-6301.
• Shred outdated tax returns and unwanted documents, or store them in a secure place.
• If you suspect that you are the victim of identity theft or fraud, report it to police immediately.  You may need to contact your bank or credit card company, and place a fraud alert on your credit reports through Equifax at 1-800-465-7166 and TransUnion at 1-877-525-3823.  Frauds should also be reported to the  Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre. 

Additional identity theft and fraud prevention resources are available to the public from the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre, RCMP, EPS, Service Alberta, Competition Bureau, and Scam Detector. 

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Autopsy results confirm Sept. 19th suspicious death was a homicide

The Edmonton Medical Examiner’s Office has confirmed that Spiros Jerry Tziklas, 50, of Edmonton, died from a stab wound earlier this week, and the manner of death was homicide.

Tziklas’s body was discovered in a vehicle near 118 Avenue and 37 Street yesterday, Tuesday, Sept. 19^th, 2017, at approximately 4:35 a.m., after Northeast patrol officers responded to a call from EMS for assistance.
 
Homicide detectives continue to investigate.   

Police encourage anyone with information about this homicide 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.

Every file is evaluated on a case by case basis. The EPS has decided to release the name of the deceased as it serves an investigative purpose.

Background:
Northeast Division patrol officers responded to a call for assistance from EMS regarding a single-vehicle collision near 118 Avenue and 37 Street, at approximately 4:35 a.m., Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2017.

 

Upon arrival officers found a deceased male in a vehicle with wounds not consistent with a collision.

 

Homicide detectives have since taken over the investigation.

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Victim identified in Sept. 18th suspicious death

Homicide detectives have identified the victim involved in Monday’s suspicious death at a multi-level residence near Commonwealth Stadium.

Blayne Joseph Burnstick, 25, was found deceased inside a multi-level residence near 111 Avenue and 94 Street on Monday, Sept. 18, 2017. Investigators have confirmed that Burnstick was not a resident of that building.

 

The Medical Examiner has scheduled an autopsy for Thursday morning. The investigation is ongoing.

 

Investigators are encouraging anyone with information regarding this suspicious death 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.

 

Every file is evaluated on a case by case basis. The EPS has decided to release the name of the deceased as it serves an investigative purpose.

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More than half of commercial vehicles checked deemed unsafe for road

The EPS Commercial Vehicle Detail pulled 85 commercial vehicles off the road for failing to meet various safety compliance regulations, during its fall inspection event held Sept. 12-14, 2017.

Edmonton Police Service officers along with its municipal and provincial partners, inspected 162 commercial vehicles during the operation, 85 of which were deemed to be “out of service” for various issues compromising road safety.

Twenty of these vehicles were towed from the inspection location, as a result of dangerous conditions.  

 

Of the remaining 77 vehicles checked, only 47 were found to have no defects (29%). A total of 459 defects were found throughout the check with 101 violation tickets issued over the three-day operation.

One 24-hr suspension was also issued for a driver found in possession of marijuana.

 

   

This three-tonne cube truck recently failed a commercial vehicle inspection conducted by EPS CVID and its partners Sept. 12-14.

The vehicle was travelling on broken leaf springs, which were precariously attached to the rear axle. The vehicle has since been taken off the road.

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Police investigating suspicious death in Northeast Division

The Edmonton Police Service is investigating a suspicious death in the neighborhood of Beverly.

Northeast Division patrol officers responded to a call for assistance from EMS regarding an alleged single-vehicle collision near 118 Avenue and 37 Street, at approximately 4:35 a.m. today, Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2017.

 

Upon arrival officers found a deceased male in a vehicle with wounds not consistent with a collision.

 

Homicide detectives have since taken over the investigation.

 

No further information is available at this time.

 

Police encourage anyone with information about this suspicious death 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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Police investigating suspicious death in Northwest Division

The Edmonton Police Service is investigating the suspicious death of an unidentified male at a Northwest Division residence.

Northwest Division patrol officers responded to a 911 call for police assistance at approximately 2 p.m. today, Monday, Sept. 18, 2017, to a residence near 119 Avenue and 94 Street.

Homicide detectives have since been called out. The investigation is in its preliminary stages, and no further information is available at this time.

The Medical Examiner has yet to schedule an autopsy.

Homicide detectives also continue to investigate the shooting death of Nexhmi “Nick” Nuhi, 76, who was found deceased inside the same multi-level residence last Wednesday, Sept. 13th, 2017.

Anyone with information about this suspicious death 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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Victim identified in Wednesday night shooting

Homicide detectives have identified the victim involved in yesterday’s shooting in Northwest Division.

Nexhmi “Nick” Nuhi, 76, was found deceased inside a multi-level residence near 111 Avenue and 94 Street yesterday, Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2017, with what appeared to be a gun-shot wound.

 

The Medical Examiner has scheduled an autopsy for Friday.

 

Investigators are encouraging anyone with information regarding this suspicious death  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.

 

Every file is evaluated on a case by case basis. The EPS has decided to release the name of the deceased as it serves an investigative purpose.

 

Background:

Northwest Division patrol officers responded to a weapons complaint at a multi-unit residence near 111 Avenue and 94 Street, at approximately 5:45 p.m. yesterday.

Upon arrival officers found a deceased elderly male on the floor of a common area inside the building.




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Police lay charge in indecent act

The Edmonton Police Service has charged a 22-year-old man for an indecent act that occurred earlier this week.

On Tuesday, Sept. 12, 2017, police responded to a report of an indecent act which took place in the area of 139 Street and 109 Avenue at approximately 11 a.m. It was reported that a male was committing an indecent act while seated in a truck in close proximity to a school. He then left the area immediately after.

 

Thanks to assistance from the public via social media, the male was identified early yesterday afternoon (Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2017) and turned himself into police.

 

Glenn MacDonald, 22, of Spruce Grove, has been charged with indecent act in public. 

 

The EPS would also like to thank the public and Spruce Grove RCMP for their assistance with this investigation.

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Police continue to investigate 2016 aggravated assault; witnesses still urged to contact police

The Edmonton Police Service continues to seek witnesses to a 2016 aggravated assault which left a 24-year-old man unconscious in a wooded area with serious injuries.

On Saturday, May 14, 2016, at approximately 7 a.m., a bystander walking their dog in the area of 69 Avenue and 172 Street located an unconscious male in a nearby wooded area. West Division officers, along with EMS, responded to the scene and treated and transported the man to hospital.

 

It was reported that the 24-year-old male complainant met an unknown male at the West Edmonton Mall Transit Centre just after midnight on Saturday, May 14, 2016. The unknown male then introduced the 24-year-old complainant to a group of four to five males and two females, between the ages of 18-20, all unknown to him. The group, including the 24-year-old complainant, then allegedly walked to the Callingwood Skatepark located at 17710-69 Avenue.

 

A short time after arriving at the Skatepark, investigators believe an altercation took place involving the unknown male, who introduced the 24-year-old complainant to the group. It’s believed the 24-year-old complainant allegedly attempted to stop the altercation, at which time he was assaulted. The 24-year-old complainant was then located later that morning, around 7 a.m., unconscious in a wooded area nearby.

 

Investigators have yet to speak with the unknown male who was also allegedly assaulted during the altercation, but encourage him to contact police.

 

“We remain hopeful that witnesses, as well as the other assaulted male, will come forward to assist with this investigation,” says Det. Billy Countryman with West Division’s Criminal Investigation Section. “The 24-year-old complainant will sadly have to live with the injuries sustained from this assault for the rest of his life.”

 

The 24-year-old complainant had been wearing a light green, full button-up shirt with beige khakis and red sneakers at the time of the assault. He was also wearing a black baseball cap, sunglasses and a blue backpack.

 

The unknown male who was also allegedly assaulted in the altercation, is described as being aboriginal, approximately 19 years of age, with a thin build. He was riding a black mountain bike and wearing a toque in the early morning hours of May 14, 2016.

 

Investigators do not have suspect descriptions at this time.

 

This public plea was initiated as a result of new information, recently provided to police.

 

Anyone with information regarding this aggravated assault, which occurred on May 14, 2016, 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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Police lay charge in sexual assault

The Edmonton Police Service has charged a 52-year-old male in relation to a sexual assault reported earlier this year.

On Apr. 10, 2017, police responded to a report of an alleged sexual assault that took place in southeast Edmonton in late March.  A female reported that she was sexually assaulted on Mar. 31, 2017. 

 

After exhausting all other investigative avenues, police sought assistance from the public last week to identify the suspect.

 

As a result of media and public assistance, Huu Minh Huynh, 52, has been charged with sexual assault.

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Police investigating shooting death in northwest

The Edmonton Police Service is investigating a shooting death that occurred earlier this evening in the northwest end of the city.

Northwest Division patrol officers responded to a weapons complaint at a multi-unit residence near 111 Avenue and 94 Street, at approximately 5:45 p.m. today, Wednesday, September 13, 2017.

Upon arrival officers found a deceased elderly male on the floor of a common area inside the building.

Homicide detectives have since taken over the investigation.

The Medical Examiner has yet to schedule an autopsy.

The investigation is still preliminary, and no further details are available at this time.

Anyone with information about this shooting death 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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EPS hosts 2017 Canadian Police Canine Association National Championship Trials

The Edmonton Police Service’s Canine Unit is hosting the 2017 National Championship Canine Trials this weekend in Edmonton, to determine which Canadian team will be awarded “Top Dog.”

Each year, canine teams from across Canada come together in friendly competition to test their skills. This year’s trials will take place over the course of three days, commencing Friday, Sept. 15, 2017. While Sept. 15 and 16 are closed to the public, the trials culminate into a public day on Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017 at RE/MAX Field located at 10233-96 Avenue. Opening ceremonies for the event will take place at 9 a.m., with a half-time program around noon. The event is scheduled to conclude at 4 p.m..

 

“Everyone is welcome to the public event taking place on Sunday,” says Const. Murray Burke, Chairman of the Trials and handler with the EPS Canine Unit. “There will be plenty of activities for children and families… and of course, lots of dogs,” says Burke.

 

The events taking place Sept. 15 and 16 include tracking, evidence location, detection, building and compound searches, as well as drug and explosive detection. The public day on Sept. 17, will showcase agility, obedience and criminal apprehension – skills which handlers and their dogs use each day on the job.  

 

Forty-two different dog teams from 14 different agencies across the country will be participating in this year’s trials.

 

“This year also marks the 50^th anniversary of the EPS Canine Unit,” says Burke. “So it would be nice to defend our Top Dog title for the third year in a row on home turf.”

 

The Canadian Police Canine Association (CPCA) is a non-profit organization formed in 1978 by several dog handlers. For more information on the CPCA or the trials, please visit http://ift.tt/2f59iMP and http://ift.tt/2f68188.

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Public information and warning: Violent and sexual offender released

In the interest of public safety, the Edmonton Police Service is issuing the following warning: Ernest Bruno, 59, is a convicted sexual and violent offender and the Edmonton Police Service has reasonable grounds to believe he will commit another sexual or violent offence against a person, including children, while in the community.

Bruno will be residing in the Edmonton area. The Edmonton Police Service has sought a recognizance order on Bruno and he will be closely monitored by the Behavioral Assessment Unit of the Edmonton Police Service.

 

Ernest Bruno, 59

Height: 5’11”

Weight: 160 lbs

Eyes: Brown

Hair: Black

Bruno has been placed on a series of court ordered conditions including:

• Must abide by a curfew of 10 p.m. to 6 a.m., daily

• Must abstain from alcohol and drugs, including marijuana

• Must not enter any premise whose primary source of income is derived from the sale or consumption of alcohol

• Must not leave the City of Edmonton without the approval of his supervisor

• Must not be in, near or around places where children under the age of 18 years are likely to congregate (i.e. elementary/secondary schools, daycare centers, parks, swimming pools, wading pools, splash parks, recreational centers, youth centers) unless accompanied by an adult approved by his supervisor

• Not to be in the presence of any children under the age of 18, unless accompanied by a responsible adult approved by his supervisor

• Not to be in possession of weapons of any kind, including knives

The Edmonton Police Service is issuing this information and warning after careful deliberation of all related issues, including privacy concerns, in the belief that it is clearly in the public interest to inform the members of the community. 

 

Anyone with information about any potential breaches of these conditions by Bruno is asked to contact the EPS at 780-423-4567.

 

Members of the public are advised that the intent of this process is to enable citizens to take suitable precautionary measures. Releasing this information is NOT intended to encourage people to engage in any form of vigilante action.

 

This information is released under the authority of the FOIP Act, RSA 2000, C. F-25.

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Collision claims life of male motorcyclist in southeast Edmonton

The Edmonton Police Service Major Collision Investigations Unit is investigating a fatal collision between a motorcycle and a vehicle that occurred late Sunday evening on Parsons Road, claiming the life of a 29-year-old male motorcycle driver.

Southeast Division patrol officers responded to a 911 call made by another motorist driving near the collision scene at approximately 11 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 10, 2017, on Parsons Road just south of the Anthony Henday overpass.

 

Upon arrival, EPS officers found a deceased male motorcyclist lying in the middle of Parsons Road. A vehicle being driven by an on coming motorist came to rest in a ditch on the east side of Parsons Road.

 

Although the investigation is still in its preliminary stages at this time, investigators believe the motorcyclist was travelling northbound, while the 32-year-old driver of a Chevrolet Malibu was travelling southbound on Parsons Road, when the two vehicles collided.

No charges have been laid at this time, and the investigation is ongoing.

Motorists travelling through southeast Edmonton are advised to avoid Parsons Road between 12^th Avenue (South Common Wal-Mart) and Ellwood Drive, located south of the Anthony Henday overpass, until further notice.

 

Anyone with information about this fatal collision is encouraged 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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Collision claims life of female motorcycle passenger

The Edmonton Police Service Major Collision Investigations Unit is investigating a fatal collision between a motorcycle and a vehicle that occurred Sunday evening on Groat Road, claiming the life of a female motorcycle passenger.

West Division patrol officers responded to a collision call at approximately 9 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 10, 2017, near the bottom of the Victoria Park Road hill.

 

Upon arrival, EPS officers found a 30-year-old male motorcycle driver in serious medical distress and his female passenger deceased lying near the intersection for Groat Road Bridge and Groat Road.

 

Although the investigation is still preliminary at this time, it was reported to police that the male driver was travelling westbound down the Victoria Park Road hill, when his 2008 Ducati ‎motorcycle allegedly struck a 2007 Toyota Yaris travelling in the same direction.

 

The subsequent collision ejected both driver and passenger riding on the motorcycle, killing the female passenger instantly.

The male motorcycle driver was treated and transported to hospital by paramedics with serious, non-life-threatening injuries.

 

The male driver of the Yaris was in shock, but uninjured.

 

Anyone with information about this fatal collision is encouraged 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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Hit-and-run suspect succumbs to injuries, after single-vehicle collision

A 30-year-old male suspect is dead, after allegedly fleeing the scene of an earlier hit-and-run collision. It was reported to police on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017, at approximately 3:45 p.m., that a suspect male driving a silver Ford Freestar minivan was travelling northbound in an alley between 97 Street and 101 Street, when it allegedly struck a blue Dodge Ram1500 travelling eastbound along 116 Avenue.

It is alleged that the driver of the suspect vehicle then fled the scene with the 56-year-old complainant driver of the Dodge Ram 1500 in pursuit.

The suspect male then reportedly drove eastbound down 118 Avenue to 97 Street, before travelling southbound at a high rate of speed.

The suspect driver then reportedly lost control, while swerving to avoid a parked vehicle, before striking a tree, causing him to be trapped inside the vehicle.

Members of the Edmonton Fire Department attended and successfully extracted the suspect male from the van. Paramedics treated and transported the male to hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.

Alcohol and speed are believed to be factors in the fatal collision.

This is Edmonton’s 15^th traffic fatality of 2017.



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Male suspect shot and killed by police in west-end parking lot

At approximately 8:15 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017, EPS officers were attempting to arrest a male suspect wanted on outstanding warrants while driving a vehicle in a shopping centre parking lot near Groat Road and 113 Avenue.

The male suspect then reportedly collided with an EPS vehicle in an attempt to flee the scene, while EPS vehicles attempted to box in the suspect vehicle.

 

A confrontation then occurred between the male suspect and officers, and the officers subsequently discharged their service weapons. The 29-year-old male suspect was struck and killed.

 

A firearm was subsequently found at the scene.

 

The EPS officers are safe and unharmed.

 

The EPS will not be providing further comment as the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) has since taken the lead in this investigation.

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Charges laid in fatal collision

The Edmonton Police Service has charged a 20-year-old male in relation to a fatal collision that claimed the life of a 90-year-old woman last month.

On Friday, Aug. 18, 2017 at approximately 5 p.m., officers responded to a two-vehicle collision in the area of 163 Street and 92 Avenue.  It was reported that a blue 2015 Dodge Ram truck travelling northbound on 163 Street struck a black 2010 Honda CR-V that was turning onto 163 Street southbound from 92 Avenue westbound. The collision allegedly caused the Ram truck to veer off the road, strike a tree and come to rest in the front yard of a nearby residence.

 

The CR-V was occupied by four individuals - three females and one male. EMS responded, treated and transported two female passengers, a 59-year-old and a 90-year-old, to hospital with life-threatening injuries. The 68-year-old male driver of the CR-V and an additional passenger, a 67-year-old female, did not sustain any injuries.

 

The Ram truck was also occupied by four individuals – two females and two males. The two female passengers, a nine-year-old and a 51-year-old, were treated by EMS and transported to hospital with non-life threatening injuries. The 20-year-old male driver and an additional passenger, a 67-year-old male, did not sustain any injuries.

 

On Sunday, Aug. 20, 2017 the 90-year-old female passenger in the CR-V succumbed to her injuries.

 

The 59-year-old female passenger of the CR-V has been released from hospital and continues to recover from her injuries.

 

Hidircan Ozdemir, 20, is charged with dangerous driving causing death, dangerous driving causing bodily harm, endangering a child and breach recognizance.

 

Speed was considered a factor in this collision.

 

This was Edmonton’s 14^th traffic fatality of 2017.

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Assist to locate: High risk offender wanted on warrants

The Edmonton Police Service has issued arrest warrants for Leon Halkett, 32, who allegedly breached conditions of his court order.

Halkett is arrestable for breach of recognizance (x4.)

 

Halkett poses a great risk to the public and is considered by police to be a violent and sexually violent offender who has preyed on random women, as well as women whom he has been in relationships with.

 

 

 

Leon Halkett, 32

Height: 6’1’

Weight: 150 lbs

Eyes: Brown
Hair: Black

           

Halkett is considered to be violent and dangerous, and should not be approached.

 

Anyone with any information about his whereabouts is asked to contact the EPS immediately at 780-423-4567.

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Detectives seek leads in case surrounding 2012 homicide of Chi Lik Wong

Investigators are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying Chi Lik Wong’s killer.

The 50-year-old Edmonton restauranteur was gunned down outside of his Crestwood residence five years ago tomorrow, on Sept. 9^th, 2012, at approximately 11:10 p.m.

West Division patrol members were called to a residence in the area of 145 Street and 97 Avenue after reports of shots being fired nearby. Upon arrival, officers discovered Wong lying on the driveway. He was pronounced deceased at the scene by paramedics.

“We’re looking for any leads from the public that will help us progress our investigation,” said EPS Homicide Det. Alan Elliott. “It’s been five years since the Wong family lost their loved one to such a violent and tragic death.

Five years have passed since Wong was murdered, time which investigators hope will encourage someone to come forward with important information.

“Sometimes people with evidence are too intimidated to come forward to police at the outset of such a traumatizing event. We certainly understand that fear, though we’re hopeful that anyone with information regarding this murder will feel more comfortable now to contact police or Crime Stoppers anonymously.”

Anyone with information regarding the murder of Chi Lik Wong is asked to contact the Edmonton Police Service at 780-423-4567. Anonymous information can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at http://ift.tt/1az8Eve.

Chi Lik Wong: Murdered Sept. 9, 2012

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Police asking for public’s assistance in locating missing teens

The Edmonton Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a 16-year-old male and a 15-year-old female.

Daniel Taeho Lee, 16, and Subhana Tanweer, 15, were both last seen at Lillian Osbourne School yesterday, Thursday, Sept. 7, 2017. Both individuals are believed to be in each other’s company.

 

Lee has dark brown/black hair and was last seen wearing blue jeans, a white t-shirt, a black hoodie and usually wears glasses.

 

Tanweer is described as having tanned skin, brown eyes and was last seen wearing black pants and a black sweater.

 

Missing Person: Daniel Taeho Lee, 16

Missing Person: Subhana Tanweer, 15

Both Lee and Tanweer’s disappearance are considered to be out of character, and as a result, there are concerns for their well-being.

 

Anyone with information about either of these missing teens are asked to call EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone. 

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Police asking public to help identify suspect in sexual assault

The Edmonton Police Service is asking the public for assistance in identifying a suspect in a reported sexual assault.

On Apr. 10, 2017, police responded to a report of an alleged sexual assault that took place in the area of 72 Street and 81 Avenue in late March.  A female in her late 50s reported that she was sexually assaulted by a male at a residence in the area between 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. on Mar. 31, 2017.  The male, who was known to the woman as an acquaintance, reportedly contacted her after a number of years and allegedly sexually assaulted her during their brief visit. He then left the area immediately after.

 

After exhausting all other investigative avenues, police are seeking assistance from the public in identifying the male.

 

The suspect is described as a 45-50-year-old male, approximately 5’9” tall with a medium build. He was wearing dark coloured pants, a white shirt and a black jacket. Of note is the suspect’s hair, which was shaved on the sides, long on top and tied back in a ponytail.

 

Photos of the suspect are below.

 

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Anyone with information about the suspect’s identity is encouraged 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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Excessive speeders ongoing issue on Groat Road

The Edmonton Police Service is reminding drivers to slow down on Groat Road after issuing more than 450 speeding violations since mid-June.

A response to police and community concerns regarding speeding and careless driving in the area, officers with the EPS West Division Traffic Team have been conducting targeted enforcement in the Groat Road area throughout the summer. Marked as a 50 km/h speed zone from River Valley Road to 104 Avenue, and a 60 km/h zone thereafter, the winding pattern of Groat Road is attractive for drivers looking to test the limits of their vehicles.

 

Since targeted speed enforcement began on June 15, 2017, 465 drivers have been caught travelling over the posted speed limit on Groat Road. Forty-three of these drivers were captured travelling 50 km/h or more over the posted limit and were subsequently issued a mandatory court summons.

 

“Unfortunately, these numbers represent only a fraction of the speeders that we see but are unable to intercept,” says Const. Bryce Healey with the West Division Traffic Team. “We have caught several drivers more than once during this enforcement period, sometimes within 24-hours.”

 

Last month, officers observed multiple dangerous speeding and careless driving incidents on Groat Road:

• On Aug. 6, 2017 at approximately 9 p.m. a blue and white 2014 BMW HP4 motorcycle was observed travelling 112 km/h in the posted 60 km/h speed zone. Within the next ten minutes, the same motorcycle was captured speeding twice more at a 111 km/h and a 123 km/h and was also observed dangerously weaving in and out of traffic, nearly missing a bus.  Officers conducted a traffic stop and the 29-year-old male driver was issued three compulsory court summons and a violation for careless driving.
  
  

• On Aug. 20, 2017 at shortly before 10 p.m. a red 2001 Honda 929 motorcycle was observed travelling 92 km/h in the posted 60 km/h zone. While attempting to conduct a traffic stop, officers observed the motorcycle pass two vehicles on River Valley Road by driving into the oncoming traffic lanes and then accelerating to 166 km/h on the James McDonald Bridge. Once stopped, the 28-year-old male driver was issued a speeding violation, a careless driving violation and a mandatory court summons for speeding.
  
  

• On Aug. 22, 2017 shortly after 8 p.m. a red 2007 Ducatti was observed repeatedly speeding and weaving in and out of traffic, reaching 98 km/h in the 50 km/h posted speed zone and 94 km/h in the 60 km/h speed zone. Once safely stopped, officers noticed that a 10-year-old child was a passenger on the motorcycle. The 44-year-old male driver was issued two speeding violations and a careless driving violation.
  
  

“Groat Road is a busy and winding road and easily becomes dangerous for motorists and pedestrians when drivers speed or drive carelessly,” says Healey. “Slowing down and adhering to the speed limit makes all roadways safer for everyone.”

 

The EPS encourages citizens with traffic concerns to contact the EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone.

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Assist to ID suspects in gas station shooting

The Edmonton Police Service is asking for the public’s assistance to identify two suspects who were allegedly involved in a shooting last week.

On Wednesday, Aug. 30, 2017, around 1:20 a.m., police responded to a weapons complaint at a gas station in the area of 118 Avenue and 35 Street. It was reported that an altercation took place between a cyclist and vehicle after the bicycle struck the vehicle’s front bumper. The cyclist was then allegedly shot by a male in the vehicle.

 

EMS responded, treated and transported the male to hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

 

Northeast Division detectives are asking the public to help identify the suspects in the following images:

 

 

 Suspect A

 

 Suspect A (2)

 

Suspect B

 

  

 Suspect B (2)

 

Suspect A is described as a male believed to be around 18-20 years of age, standing 5’10” and weighing approximately 160-180 lbs. He has dark brown/black hair and was last seen wearing a black jacket, white t-shirt and white capris pants. He was also wearing white Adidas sneakers.

 

Suspect B is described as a 20-year-old male, standing 5’10” and weighing approximately 180 lbs. He has brown hair and was last seen wearing a blue graphic t-shirt with “Keep it” written across the front, blue jeans and grey sneakers.

 

Anyone with information about the suspects or this incident or 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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Suspect wanted on Canada-wide warrant for murder arrested in Vancouver

The man allegedly involved in the death of Valerie Maurice, 29, of Montreal was arrested this evening by the Vancouver Police Department.

Gregory Christopher Tessman, 49, was arrested downtown Vancouver on East Hastings Street at a homeless shelter this evening, Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2017, and is charged with second degree murder.

 

“I would like to thank the media for their assistance with this investigation, which ultimately led to the quick arrest of Mr. Tessman,” says Staff Sergeant Bill Clark of the EPS Homicide Section.

 

This is Edmonton’s 34th homicide of the year.

 

Homicide Section continues to investigate.

Background

 

Northeast Division patrol officers responded to a “check on welfare” call on Thursday, Aug. 31, 2017 at a residence in the area of 144 Avenue and 88 A Street. Upon arrival, a woman was found deceased inside a suite where she does not reside.

 

On Friday, Sept. 1, 2017, the Edmonton Medical Examiner determined that Valerie Maurice, 29, from Montreal, died as a result of strangulation. The manner of death is homicide.

 

A Canada-wide warrant was issued on Sept. 5, 2017 for the arrest of Gregory Christopher Tessman in relation to the death of Maurice.

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Arrest warrant issued for Valerie Maurice’s murder

Edmonton Police Homicide detectives have issued a Canada-wide warrant for a male in relation to the murder of Valerie Maurice.

Gregory Christopher Tessman, 49, is arrestable for second degree murder.

 

Tessman is known to police.

 

      

 

 

 

Homicide investigators believe Maurice attended a residence in the area of 144 Avenue and 88A Street on Tuesday, Aug. 29, 2017 around midnight.

 

The Edmonton Police Service has been in contact with Montreal police however, they do not believe there is direct connection to the city and her death.

 

It is believed Maurice frequently travelled between Montreal and Edmonton.

 

Anyone with information about the accused’s whereabouts 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.

 

Background

 

Northeast Division patrol officers responded to a “check on welfare” call on Thursday, Aug. 31, 2017 at a residence in the area of 144 Avenue and 88 A Street. Upon arrival, a woman was found deceased inside a suite where she does not reside.

 

On Friday, Sept. 1, 2017, the Edmonton Medical Examiner determined that Valerie Maurice, 29, from Montreal, died as a result of strangulation. The manner of death is homicide.

Every file is evaluated on a case by case basis. The EPS has decided to release the name of the deceased as it serves an investigative purpose.

This is Edmonton’s 34^th homicide in 2017.

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