Police seek assistance identifying suspect in random aggravated assault

The Edmonton Police Service is releasing a composite sketch to help identify a suspect in an alleged aggravated assault that occurred in August. 

On Friday, Aug. 3, 2018, at approximately 11:30 a.m., police responded to a report of a 47-year-old male who was seriously injured in an assault that occurred inside a grocery store in the area of 118 Avenue and 66 Street. 

 

It was reported that an Indigenous male in his 30s and the complainant first interacted while riding the #8 bus at approximately 10:30 a.m., when the suspect repeatedly asked the complainant for cigarettes, despite being asked to leave the complainant alone. 

 

The suspect then allegedly followed the complainant off the bus into a store in the area of 118 Avenue and 66 Street, where the suspect struck the complainant in the face, then fled the scene. The complainant suffered serious injuries to his face. 

Suspect in reported assault

The suspect is described as an Indigenous male with short black hair, brown eyes, approximately 5’10” tall with a slim build. He is believed to be in his 30s and was reportedly wearing a white t-shirt and gray pants. 

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Police lay charge in fatal pedestrian collision

The Edmonton Police Service Traffic Section has charged a 73-year-old male driver in relation to a fatal pedestrian collision that took place last week.

On Thursday, Sept. 27, 2018, William Nahayowski, 73, was issued an appearance notice for careless driving and is expected to appear in court on Nov. 21, 2018.

Background

At approximately 8:45 a.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 18, 2018, Northeast Division Patrol officers were called to the area of 66 Street and 137 Avenue on the report of a collision. Upon arrival, officers located an unresponsive female who had been struck by a Dodge Ram. The woman was treated by EMS, but succumbed to her injuries on scene.

Investigators believe the driver of the Dodge Ram, a 73-year-old male, was exiting a gas station on the west side of the 66 Street and 137 Avenue intersection, in an attempt to turn southbound on 66 Street, when he allegedly struck the female pedestrian walking northbound on the sidewalk. Police believe the driver was looking north, while in the process of merging into southbound traffic when the woman was struck.

Speed and impairment are not considered factors in this collision.

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EDGE Section arrests seven, lays 36 charges

The Edmonton Drug and Gang (EDGE) Section has laid 36 charges in relation to a drug trafficking ring.

In August of 2018, EDGE Section concluded a seven-month investigation into a group of people suspected of trafficking drugs between Edmonton, Calgary and British Columbia. On August 2, 2018, EDGE members executed search warrants at two addresses in the Griesbach and Hollick-Kenyon areas.   

 

Various drugs were seized during the execution of the search warrants, including 394 grams of purple-coloured fentanyl with an estimated street value of $98,000. 

 

“Drug dealers have been known to use various dyes and buffing agents to create different coloured drugs to appeal to consumers,” says Staff Sgt. Pierre Blais, with EPS EDGE Section. “When you use street drugs, you never know what’s in them or how potent they are, and this can lead to serious harm or death.”

 

 

Purple-coloured fentanyl seized

Jasdeep Uthwani, 18 is charged with ten charges:
• Traffic controlled substance (x5)
• Possession of the proceeds of crime under $5,000 (x5)

Ethan Kupsch, 20, is charged with six charges:
• Traffic controlled substance (x2)
• Possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking (x2)
• Possession of the proceeds of crime under $5,000 (x2)

Jordan Hope, 28, is charged with six charges:
• Traffic controlled substance 
• Possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking (x3)
• Possession of the proceeds of crime over $5,000 
• Possession of a controlled substance

Morlene Junger, 20, is charged with five charges:
• Possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking (x3)
• Possession of the proceeds of crime over $5,000 
• Possession of a controlled substance

Jasmit Badesha, 19, is charged with four charges:
• Traffic controlled substance 
• Possession of the proceeds of crime under $5,000 (x2)
• Possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking

David Dominic, 31, is charged with three charges:
• Traffic controlled substance (x2)
• Possession of stolen property under $5,000

Anthony Watson, 28, is charged with two charges:
• Traffic controlled substance 
• Possession of stolen property under $5,000

Total drugs seized from the warrants:
• 394 grams of fentanyl with an estimated street value of $98,000 
• 146 grams of cocaine base with an estimated street value of $5,000
• 0.5 gram of methamphetamines with an estimated street value of $50
• 1.4 grams of marijuana
• 56 grams of phenacetin (buffing agent)
• Two functional digital scales

Total cash seized from the warrants:
• $5,375  – Canadian currency

 

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Charges laid in assault on ETS driver

The Edmonton Police Service has laid charges against a youth following a serious assault on an ETS driver yesterday morning.

A 15-year-old male is charged with attempted murder, aggravated assault, possession of an offensive weapon dangerous to the public and theft of a motor vehicle in relation to this incident.

 

The youth cannot be named under the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

 

No further information is available for release.

 

Background

 

At approximately 3:40 a.m. yesterday, Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2018, Southeast Division patrol officers responded to the Mill Woods Transit Centre on Hewes Way on the report of an assault.

 

Upon arrival, officers located a 65-year-old male ETS bus driver who had sustained multiple injuries. The driver was treated and transported to hospital by EMS, where his injuries are described as serious, but non-life-threatening.

 

Police arrested a 15-year-old male on scene.

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Public information and warning: Violent offender released

In the interest of public safety, the Edmonton Police Service is issuing the following warning; Michael Rhoads is a convicted violent and sexual offender, and the Edmonton Police Service has reasonable grounds to believe he will commit another violent offence against someone while in the community.

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

 

Rhoads has a history of violence towards intimate partners and strangers he has encountered on the street or in bars.  His risk for violence increases significantly when under the influence of alcohol and drugs.

 

Rhoads 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 not purchase, possess or consume any alcohol or illicit drugs, including cannabis, any prescription drugs not prescribed to him, or any other intoxicating substances.
• Must not be in any licensed premises other than a dining room for the sole purpose of having a meal. Must not attend any liquor store.
• Must not possess any drug paraphernalia such as crack or marijuana pipes, self-made pipes of any kind, e cigarettes, bongs, water pipes, cigarette papers, or syringes.
• Must not travel out of the City of Edmonton without written approval.
• Must not be in possession of weapons of any kind, including knives (except in his residence or at a restaurant for the sole purpose of consuming a meal), bear spray or dog spray, firearms, ammunition, explosive material, or any weapons, whether homemade or otherwise.
• Must not enter into a dating, intimate, or sexual relationship with any person or any friendships with females until her identity has been disclosed to a supervisor or designate and she has been informed of his previous offending.

Anyone with any information about any potential breaches of these conditions by Rhoads 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. 

Michael Jawn Rhoads, 51

     Height: 5’7”

     Weight: 208 lbs

     Eyes: Brown

     Hair: Black

 

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 investigate assault on ETS driver

The Edmonton Police Service is investigating a serious assault on an ETS driver which occurred early this morning.

At approximately 3:40 a.m. today, Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2018, Southeast Division patrol officers responded to the Mill Woods Transit Centre on Hewes Way on the report of an assault.

 

Upon arrival, officers located a 65-year-old male ETS bus driver who had sustained multiple injuries. The driver was treated and transported to hospital by EMS where he remains in serious, but non-life-threatening condition.

 

Police arrested a 15-year-old male on scene; however no charges have been laid at this time.

 

The investigation continues. 

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EDGE Section arrests four, lays 23 charges

The Edmonton Drug and Gang (EDGE) Section has laid 23 charges after a months-long drug trafficking investigation.

In March of 2018, EDGE Section initiated an investigation into suspected drug trafficking activities of an Edmonton man. Throughout the investigation, three other suspects and four addresses were also identified as being part of the operation. On September 20, EDGE members concluded the investigation and executed search warrants at two addresses in Windermere, one address in MacEwan, one address in the Davies Industrial area and one vehicle.

 

Various drugs were seized during the execution of the search warrants, including 3,783 pills believed to be an analog of fentanyl disguised as Xanax pills.

 

“Police continue to find fentanyl and its analogs in various forms, including illicit pills designed to look like prescription medication,” says Staff Sgt. Pierre Blais, with EPS EDGE Section. “People who use street drugs must understand that they may not be ingesting what they think they are, which could lead to serious harm or even death.”

Drugs seized, including fentanyl analog disguised as Xanax (four bags at centre)

 

Fentanyl analog disguised as Xanax

The following persons have been charged:

Angelino Angeles, 25, is charged with:

• Possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking (x8)

• Simple possession of a controlled substance (x2)

• Possession of the proceeds of crime under $5,000

Gezelle Mendoza, 26, Chiiming Diep, 24, and Vernon Schwehr, 27, are all charged with:

• Possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking (x3)

Chiiming Diep is additionally charged with:

• Simple possession of a controlled substance (x2)

• Possession of the proceeds of crime over $5,000

 

Total drugs seized from the warrants:

• 3,783 pills believed to be an analog of fentanyl disguised as Xanax pills (approximate street value of $151,320)

• 915 g of Ketamine (approximate street value of $29,250)

• 355g MDMA (approximate street value of $20,000)

• 201g Cocaine ( approximate street value of $12,000)

• 375g Phenacetin (approximate street value of $1,000)

• Drug packaging and paraphernalia

   

Total cash seized from the warrants:

• $12,600 – Canadian currency

 


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Policeseek public’s assistance locating 67-year-old male

The Edmonton Police Service is asking for the public’s assistant in locating 67-year-old James Charles Boyer.

Boyer was last seen on Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, at approximately 6 p.m. in the area of Belgravia Road and Fox Drive. He was driving a black 2009 Dodge Caravan with Alberta Licence #BVK4413.

 

Boyer is described as a Caucasian male with blue eyes and brown hair. She is approximately 5’8” tall, and 130 lbs. He suffers from various medical conditions including Dementia and Diabetes, which could seriously compromise his health without his prescribed medication.

Family members believe Boyer may be travelling south towards Calgary.

Anyone with information regarding Mr. Boyer’s whereabouts is encouraged to call the Edmonton Police Service Complaint Line at 780-423-4567 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit your tip online at www.p3tips.com/250.








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Investigators charge 22-year-old male in connection to assault at downtown bar

The EPS Homicide Section has arrested and charged a 22-year-old male in connection to the assault leading to the death of a 74-year-old male last week.

Mohamed Ahmed Sassi, 22, was taken into custody without incident this morning (Friday, Sept. 21, 2018) in Edmonton.  

Sassi has since been charged with manslaughter.

 

“With any investigation, the cooperation of witnesses is the single biggest factor in police being able to successfully close any case,” says Det. Kurt Martin with EPS Homicide Section. “It is because of the courage of the witnesses who came forward that we were able to get some resolution for the victim’s family.”

 

Police continue to investigate, and urge witnesses to the assault or events leading up to it to contact the EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone.

 

Background:

At approximately 1:30 a.m. on Saturday Sept. 8, 2018, Downtown Division patrol responded to a report of an assault of a 74-year-old Asian male at the Central Social Hall located at 109 Street and Jasper Avenue.

 

When officers arrived, they located the 74-year-old injured male. The male was treated and transported by EMS to the hospital with injuries that did not appear to be life-threatening at the time. The male died in hospital as a result of his injuries on Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018.

 

An autopsy was performed on Tuesday, Sept. 18, 2018, and the manner of death was determined to be homicide.

Every file is evaluated on a case by case basis. The EPS decided not to release the name of the deceased in this case, as it did not serve an investigative purpose.

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Police seek public's assistance locating missing woman

The Edmonton Police Service is asking for the public’s help locating a missing 24-year-old woman.

Paige Nelson, 24, is from Edmonton but was last seen around noon on Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2018 in Calgary near the Co-op grocery store in the Forest Lawn/Radisson Heights neighbourhood. She was last heard from in the early morning hours of Thursday, Sept. 13, 2018, and is still believed to be in Calgary.

 

Nelson is described as a Caucasian female with blue eyes and brown hair. She is approximately 5’8” tall, and 130 lbs.

Missing: Paige Nelson, 24

Anyone with information regarding Nelson’s whereabouts is encouraged to call the Calgary Police Service at 403-266-1234, the Edmonton Police Service at 780-423-4567, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. You can also submit your tip online at www.tipsubmit.com/start.htm.

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Police investigating pedestrian collision in North Edmonton

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TRAP team catches stolen vehicle that previously fled police

The Edmonton Police Service’s Tactical Response to Auto-theft Prevention (TRAP) team laid several charges this week after its members located a stolen vehicle that had been involved in a criminal flight earlier the same day.

 

On Wednesday evening, Sept. 19, 2018, in the area of 95 Street and 111 Avenue, the TRAP team located a 2006 Ford F350 that had been reported stolen on Monday.

 

Upon further investigation, officers determined the stolen vehicle had been involved in a criminal flight earlier that day in Southeast Division.

Officers eventually surrounded the vehicle in the area of 43 Street and 118 Avenue and arrested a female passenger. The male driver was apprehended with the assistance of EPS Canine Unit after a short foot pursuit.

 

Upon arrest, the male was found to be in possession of a small quantity of suspected methamphetamine. The female was found to possess a collapsible baton and canister of bear spray. A search of the vehicle also revealed a sawed-off rifle and two large machetes.

 

Richard Metcalf, 24, is charged with possession of stolen property over $5,000, unauthorized possession of firearm in motor vehicle, unauthorized possession of a firearm, possession of a weapon dangerous to the public (x2), possession of a controlled substance, and breach of recognizance (x3).

 

Caitlin Dvorak, 21, is charged with possession of a weapon dangerous to the public (x2) and had two outstanding warrants in connection with an assault.

The TRAP team is a specialized unit that specifically addresses city-wide theft of motor vehicles, thereby focusing on the reduction of crime and victimization, while increasing public safety. TRAP launched in March 2017, and between March and December 2017, the team recovered 221 stolen vehicles, made 187 arrests and laid 931 charges. In 2018 to date, TRAP has recovered 185 vehicles worth more than $3.5 million, made 183 arrests, laid 817 charges and recovered 40 weapons.

 

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Police investigating pedestrian, LRT collision

Please be advised, that the male pedestrian has since succumbed to his injuries in hospital this evening.As previously noted, this incident has been deemed non-criminal in nature.All roadways in the area around 82 Street and 112 Avenue have since been re-opened to vehicular and pedestrian traffic. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to avoid the LRT Station at 82 Street and 112 Avenue, as a result of a collision between an LRT train and a pedestrian.

A male has since been treated and transported to hospital with life-threatening injuries.

Although the investigation is its preliminary stages, the incident appears to be non-criminal in nature. As such, no further details will be forthcoming, at this time.

Major Collision Investigation Section is now on scene, and has since closed 82 Street to oncoming vehicular and pedestrian traffic, between 112 and 114 Avenue, until further notice.

Note, ETS users are encouraged to visit City of Edmonton social media accounts for transit contingency plans in this area.



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Police seek public’s assistance in locating suspects and get-away vehicle involved in armed robbery of currency store

The Edmonton Police Service is investigating the armed robbery of a coin and currency business that occurred this afternoon in west Edmonton.

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Publicinformation and warning: Sexual OffenderReleased

In the interest of public safety, the Edmonton Police Service is issuing the following warning; Russell Sikyea is a convicted sexual offender and the Edmonton Police Service has reasonable grounds to believe he will commit another sexual offence against someone while in the community.

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Police lay charges in vehicle part fraud

The Edmonton Police Service has charged a 60-year-old Edmonton man for defrauding several Edmonton businesses.

Between November 2017 and April 2018, police received more than 10 reports of fraud from Edmonton businesses that sold vehicle parts and electrical goods.

Following a thorough investigation, detectives determined that two male suspects used stolen credit card information to purchase more than $250, 0000 worth of goods from the businesses.

"This fraud operation appears well planned and cost several businesses a great deal of time and money," says Det. Nigel Phillips with the EPS West Division Criminal Investigation Section.

"If there are other businesses that sell similar goods who believe they may have been defrauded, we encourage them to contact us."

On Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, Peter Philip Cardinal, 60, was arrested and charged with fraud over $5,000(x5), fraud under $5,000 (x2), uttering a forged document and an unrelated outstanding criminal warrant.

Investigators are actively working to locate the second suspect.

Anyone with 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 www.p3tips.com/250.

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Police investigating early-morning explosion at bank

The Edmonton Police Service is investigating an incident involving an improvised explosive device (IED) being detonated inside a vestibule at a financial institution in southwest Edmonton early Wednesday morning.

Southwest Division patrol members responded to a 911 call for assistance from security guard personnel at a bank near 27 Avenue and 141 Street in the neighbourhood of Chappelle Gardens, at approximately 1:40 a.m. today, Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2018.

It was reported to police that guard personnel had just arrived at the bank to perform their regular duties, when a loud bang startled guards inside the vestibule.

Paramedics eventually treated and transported them to hospital for precautionary reasons only.

No money was taken during the incident. Robbery Section detectives continue to investigate.

Anyone with information about this incident or the suspect(s) involved 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 www.p3tips.com/250.

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Police investigate death of male after assault at downtown bar

The Edmonton Police Service’s Homicide Section is investigating the death of a male that occurred over the weekend after he was assaulted at a bar in downtown Edmonton.

At approximately 1:30 a.m. on Saturday Sept. 8, 2018, Downtown Division patrol responded to a report of an assault of a 74-year-old Asian male at the Central Social Hall located at 109 Street and Jasper Avenue.

When officers arrived, they located the 74-year-old injured male. The male was treated and transported by EMS to the hospital with injuries that did not appear to be life-threatening at the time. The male died in hospital as a result of his injuries on Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018.

An autopsy was performed today, Tuesday, Sept. 18, 2018, and the manner of death was determined to be a homicide. The cause of death is not being released at this time.

Police are seeking any assistance from patrons or employees that were present at the Central Social Hall during the late evening of Friday, Sept. 7, 2018 into the early morning hours of Saturday, Sept. 8, 2018 who may have witnessed the assault or events leading up to it.

Homicide detectives continue to investigate. No further details are available at this time.

Investigators are urging anyone with information about this event to contact the EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone.

Every file is evaluated on a case by case basis. The EPS has decided not to release the name of the deceased as it does not serve an investigative purpose.

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Woman succumbs to injuries after being struck by truck

The EPS Traffic Section is investigating a collision which occurred early this morning and claimed the life of a 23-year-old woman.

At approximately 8:45 a.m. today, Tuesday, Sept. 18, 2018, Northeast Division Patrol officers were called to the area of 66 Street and 137 Avenue on the report of a collision. Upon arrival, officers located an unresponsive female who had been struck by a Dodge Ram. The woman was treated by EMS, but succumbed to her injuries on scene.

 

Investigators believe the driver of the Dodge Ram, a 73-year-old male, was exiting a gas station on the west side of the 66 Street and 137 Avenue intersection, in an attempt to turn southbound on 66 Street, when he allegedly struck the female pedestrian walking northbound on the sidewalk. Police believe the driver was looking north, while in the process of merging into southbound traffic when the woman was struck.

 

The EPS Major Collision Investigation Section continues to investigate. Speed and impairment are not considered factors in this collision.

 

Charges are pending against the 73-year-old driver of the Dodge Ram.

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Police arrest male after stabbing, crime spree

The Edmonton Police Service has arrested a 24-year-old male following a stabbing and subsequent crime spree this morning, Tuesday, Sept. 18, 2018.

At approximately 7:50 a.m. this morning, Southwest Division officers responded to a report of an assault with a weapon in the area of 67 Avenue and 115 Street.

Upon arrival, officers located a 19-year-old male suffering from stab wounds.

It was reported to police that a male suspect stabbed another male on the South Campus LRT platform. The suspect then reportedly fled the scene on foot.

EMS responded, treated and transported the male victim to hospital with serious injuries.

A short time later, at approximately 8 a.m., police responded to a report of a robbery at a business in the area of 57 Avenue and 111 Street.

It was reported to police that a male suspect entered the business, assaulted an employee and stole merchandise. The male then reportedly left the business and approached a vehicle in the parking lot, demanding that the female driver take him away from the scene. When the driver refused, the suspect allegedly jumped into her vehicle on the passenger side and grabbed her. The female was able to break free and exit the vehicle. The suspect then reportedly stole the female’s 2017 Cadillac XTS and fled the business’ parking lot southbound on 111 Street.

EMS responded and treated the male employee at the scene for minor injuries. The female driver did not sustain any injuries.

Thanks to an electronic vehicle monitoring system, West Division officers were able to locate the vehicle parked behind a business in the area of 179 Street and 106 A Avenue.

Upon police arrival, the male suspect reportedly tried to flee the scene in the vehicle and when prevented from doing so, exited the vehicle. As officers attempted to arrest the male, a brief altercation took place and the suspect broke free of the arresting police members, fleeing the area on foot.

Moments later, at approximately 8:30 a.m., the suspect was apprehended in the area of 181 Street and 107 Avenue with assistance from the EPS Canine Unit.

The 24-year-old male suspect is now in custody and charges are pending.

At this time, police do not believe the suspect was known to the individuals involved in this series of events.

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Robbery suspect facing 119 charges for liquor store series

A 35-year-old Edmonton man is facing 119 charges for a series of liquor store robberies that commenced in mid-August. Edmonton Police Service Robbery Section detectives have been investigating a series of eight liquor store robberies that were reported to police between Aug. 12^th and Sept. 15^th, 2018.

In the most recent incident, which occurred Saturday evening, Aug. 15^th, at a liquor store near 150 Street and the Yellowhead, a male suspect is alleged to have demanded money from a clerk, before fleeing the store with liquor and an undisclosed amount of cash.

The suspect was eventually arrested and taken into custody by EPS Tactical Unit members at approximately 9 p.m. Saturday, outside of a liquor store in the Mayfield Common area in west Edmonton.

Atoy Gordon, 35, of Edmonton, was found to be in possession of a handgun (pellet gun) and a stun gun at the time of his arrest.

Atoy is facing a lengthy list of charges including robbery, disguise with intent to commit an indictable offence, possession of an imitation weapon, weapon prohibition offences and multiple breach of condition charges for previous offences committed across Canada.

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Elderly female motorist succumbs to injuries from multi-vehicle collision

An elderly woman has succumbed to injuries sustained during a multi-vehicle collision that occurred in southwest Edmonton back on Aug. 3, 2018. Major Collision Investigation Section (MCIS) continues to investigate the collision, which saw an 86-year-old female motorist sustain life-threatening injuries, after the 1996 Toyota Tercel she was driving collided with several parked vehicles in southwest Edmonton.

The motorist’s vehicle was travelling northbound on 109 Street and approaching 29 Avenue, at approximately 9:30 a.m. on Aug. 3, when she failed to negotiate the curving road, before colliding with the parked vehicles.

Investigators believe the elderly motorist was driving at such a high rate of speed that the impact with the Ford F150 then created a chain of collisions with two other vehicles parked in front, including a 2016 Toyota Scion and a 2018 Nissan Sentra.

Thankfully, all three parked vehicles were unoccupied at the time of the collision.

The elderly motorist was treated and transported to hospital by paramedics with life-threatening injuries, at that time. The woman eventually succumbed to her injuries on Aug. 17, 2018.

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Shooting suspect arrested, charged with attempted murder

The Edmonton Police Service has charged a 29-year-old male with various offences including attempted murder in connection to an early-morning shooting Wednesday in downtown Edmonton.

Mustafe Rashid, 29, is accused with shooting a 28-year-old male complainant during a dispute at a suite near 98 Avenue and 103 Street, at approximately 3:45 a.m., Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2018.  The complainant was treated and transported to hospital with serious, non-life-threatening injuries.

Rashid was taken into custody without incident at approximately 1 p.m. yesterday, Thursday, Sept. 13, 2018, at a residence on the Onion Lake Reserve in Saskatchewan. RCMP members from Onion Lake, Turtleford and Maidstone, Sask. detachments all assisted in the arrest.

Edmonton Police Service investigators have also charged Rashid with aggravated assault, careless use of a firearm, pointing a firearm and using a firearm in the commission of an offence.

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Police investigating fatal collision in southeast Edmonton

The Edmonton Police Service is investigating a fatal two-vehicle collision that took place in a Millwoods neighbourhood this morning, Friday, Sept. 14, 2018.

It was reported to police that a Suzuki motorcycle was travelling southbound on Millwoods Road when it was struck by a dark blue GMC Terrain travelling northbound that had reportedly crossed the centre line.

EMS responded; however, the 58-year-old female driver of the motorcycle succumbed to her injuries at the scene. The 45-year-old male driver of the Terrain did not sustain any injuries.

  

EPS Major Collision Investigations Section continues to investigate.

 

Anyone who may have witnessed this collision 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 www.p3tips.com/250.

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Homicide Section charges four males in relation to shooting death

The EPS Homicide Section has laid charges against four males in relation to the death of Abdi Ladif Hirsi, 27, who was shot to death last month.

Hashim Abdulkadir Mohamed, 24, Samatar Mohiadin, 20, Amiir Hussen, 20 and Mohamod Mohamod, 18 are each charged with first-degree murder in relation to this homicide.

“We would like to thank the citizens of Edmonton, as well as the local media for their assistance with this investigation,” says Staff Sgt. Bill Clark with the EPS Homicide Section. “Tips and information from the public ultimately led to the arrests of these four individuals.”

The EPS Homicide Section and Edmonton Drug and Gang Enforcement (EDGE) Unit continues to investigate.

No further information is available at this time.

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

Background

At approximately 10:45 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 19, 2018, police received numerous reports of gunfire in the area of 162 Avenue and 51 Street. Upon arrival, Northeast Division officers located a deceased male inside a vehicle who appeared to have sustained multiple gunshot wounds.

The Edmonton Medical Examiner conducted an autopsy on Tuesday, Aug. 21, 2018 and determined the cause of death to be gunshot wounds. The manner of death was deemed homicide.

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Police seeking information related to ATM theft

The Edmonton Police Service is seeking information related to an ATM theft that took place at a west Edmonton business early this morning.

At approximately 5:15 a.m. today, Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2018, West Division officers responded to a report of a theft at a business in the area of 93 Avenue and 215 Street.

 

It was reported to police that a white pick-up truck drove into the business’ front doors. Two suspects then allegedly exited the truck and used it to remove an ATM from its foundation inside the business.  The suspects then reportedly fled the parking lot heading southbound toward Suder Greens Dr.

 

Investigators have since recovered video footage from the area and are releasing a photo of a truck that they believe may be linked to the theft.

 

The truck, pictured below, is described as a mid-2000s white Chevrolet Silverado with a canopy.

 

 

 

 

Anyone with information about the truck, its occupants and/or its whereabouts before or after the time of the incident 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 www.p3tips.com/250.

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Over 3,300 traffic violations issued during “Big Ticket Event”

Edmonton Police Service officers and City of Edmonton automated enforcement handed out a total of 3,331 traffic violations last week during Operation 24 Hours.

The 24-hour enforcement period took place on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2018. Of the total 3,331 traffic violations, 2,507 were solely related to speed. There were also 824 violations for seatbelt infractions, distracted driving and other Traffic Safety Act violations. Much of the enforcement was conducted in playground zones around schools.

“Now that students are back in school we will focus some of our enforcement to designated school zones,” says acting Staff Sergeant Kerry Bates with the EPS Traffic Section. “As always, we encourage motorists to drive with care, slow down and be mindful of your surroundings.”

 

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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Robbery suspect facing 119 charges for liquor store series

A 35-year-old Edmonton man is facing 119 charges for a series of liquor store robberies that commenced in mid-August. Edmonton Police Service Robbery Section detectives have been investigating a series of eight liquor store robberies that were reported to police between Aug. 12^th and Sept. 15^th, 2018.

In the most recent incident, which occurred Saturday evening, Aug. 15^th, at a liquor store near 150 Street and the Yellowhead, a male suspect is alleged to have demanded money from a clerk, before fleeing the store with liquor and an undisclosed amount of cash.

The suspect was eventually arrested and taken into custody by EPS Tactical Unit members at approximately 9 p.m. Saturday, outside of a liquor store in the Mayfield Common area in west Edmonton.

Atoy Gordon, 35, of Edmonton, was found to be in possession of a handgun (pellet gun) and a stun gun at the time of his arrest.

Atoy is facing a lengthy list of charges including robbery, disguise with intent to commit an indictable offence, possession of an imitation weapon, weapon prohibition offences and multiple breach of condition charges for previous offences committed across Canada.

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Elderly female motorist succumbs to injuries from multi-vehicle collision

An elderly woman has succumbed to injuries sustained during a multi-vehicle collision that occurred in southwest Edmonton back on Aug. 3, 2018. Major Collision Investigation Section (MCIS) continues to investigate the collision, which saw an 86-year-old female motorist sustain life-threatening injuries, after the 1996 Toyota Tercel she was driving collided with several parked vehicles in southwest Edmonton.

The motorist’s vehicle was travelling northbound on 109 Street and approaching 29 Avenue, at approximately 9:30 a.m. on Aug. 3, when she failed to negotiate the curving road, before colliding with the parked vehicles.

Investigators believe the elderly motorist was driving at such a high rate of speed that the impact with the Ford F150 then created a chain of collisions with two other vehicles parked in front, including a 2016 Toyota Scion and a 2018 Nissan Sentra.

Thankfully, all three parked vehicles were unoccupied at the time of the collision.

The elderly motorist was treated and transported to hospital by paramedics with life-threatening injuries, at that time. The woman eventually succumbed to her injuries on Aug. 17, 2018.

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Shooting suspect arrested, charged with attempted murder

The Edmonton Police Service has charged a 29-year-old male with various offences including attempted murder in connection to an early-morning shooting Wednesday in downtown Edmonton.

Mustafe Rashid, 29, is accused with shooting a 28-year-old male complainant during a dispute at a suite near 98 Avenue and 103 Street, at approximately 3:45 a.m., Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2018.  The complainant was treated and transported to hospital with serious, non-life-threatening injuries.

Rashid was taken into custody without incident at approximately 1 p.m. yesterday, Thursday, Sept. 13, 2018, at a residence on the Onion Lake Reserve in Saskatchewan. RCMP members from Onion Lake, Turtleford and Maidstone, Sask. detachments all assisted in the arrest.

Edmonton Police Service investigators have also charged Rashid with aggravated assault, careless use of a firearm, pointing a firearm and using a firearm in the commission of an offence.

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Police investigating fatal collision in southeast Edmonton

The Edmonton Police Service is investigating a fatal two-vehicle collision that took place in a Millwoods neighbourhood this morning.

It was reported to police that a Suzuki motorcycle was travelling southbound on Millwoods Road when it was struck by a dark blue GMC Terrain travelling northbound that had reportedly crossed the centre line.

EMS responded; however, the 58-year-old female driver of the motorcycle succumbed to her injuries at the scene. The 45-year-old male driver of the Terrain did not sustain any injuries.

  

EPS Major Collision Investigations Section continues to investigate.

 

Anyone who may have witnessed this collision 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 www.p3tips.com/250.

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Homicide Section charges four males in relation to shooting death

The EPS Homicide Section has laid charges against four males in relation to the death of Abdi Ladif Hirsi, 27, who was shot to death last month.

Hashim Abdulkadir Mohamed, 24, Samatar Mohiadin, 20, Amiir Hussen, 20 and Mohamod Mohamod, 18 are each charged with first-degree murder in relation to this homicide.

“We would like to thank the citizens of Edmonton, as well as the local media for their assistance with this investigation,” says Staff Sgt. Bill Clark with the EPS Homicide Section. “Tips and information from the public ultimately led to the arrests of these four individuals.”

The EPS Homicide Section and Edmonton Drug and Gang Enforcement (EDGE) Unit continues to investigate.

No further information is available at this time.

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

Background

At approximately 10:45 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 19, 2018, police received numerous reports of gunfire in the area of 162 Avenue and 51 Street. Upon arrival, Northeast Division officers located a deceased male inside a vehicle who appeared to have sustained multiple gunshot wounds.

The Edmonton Medical Examiner conducted an autopsy on Tuesday, Aug. 21, 2018 and determined the cause of death to be gunshot wounds. The manner of death was deemed homicide.

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Police seeking information related to ATM theft

The Edmonton Police Service is seeking information related to an ATM theft that took place at a west Edmonton business early this morning.

At approximately 5:15 a.m. today, Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2018, West Division officers responded to a report of a theft at a business in the area of 93 Avenue and 215 Street.

 

It was reported to police that a white pick-up truck drove into the business’ front doors. Two suspects then allegedly exited the truck and used it to remove an ATM from its foundation inside the business.  The suspects then reportedly fled the parking lot heading southbound toward Suder Greens Dr.

 

Investigators have since recovered video footage from the area and are releasing a photo of a truck that they believe may be linked to the theft.

 

The truck, pictured below, is described as a mid-2000s white Chevrolet Silverado with a canopy.

 

 

 

 

Anyone with information about the truck, its occupants and/or its whereabouts before or after the time of the incident 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 www.p3tips.com/250.

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Over 3,300 traffic violations issued during “Big Ticket Event”

Edmonton Police Service officers and City of Edmonton automated enforcement handed out a total of 3,331 traffic violations last week during Operation 24 Hours.

The 24-hour enforcement period took place on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2018. Of the total 3,331 traffic violations, 2,507 were solely related to speed. There were also 824 violations for seatbelt infractions, distracted driving and other Traffic Safety Act violations. Much of the enforcement was conducted in playground zones around schools.

“Now that students are back in school we will focus some of our enforcement to designated school zones,” says acting Staff Sergeant Kerry Bates with the EPS Traffic Section. “As always, we encourage motorists to drive with care, slow down and be mindful of your surroundings.”

 

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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Police locate, arrest, Jared Soosay

Jared Owen Soosay was arrested in Edmonton on Thursday, Sept. 6, 2018, on outstanding warrants.

Soosay, 21, allegedly breached conditions of his court order. The Edmonton Police Service issued a news release on Thursday, Aug. 23, 2018, seeking assistance to locate Soosay.

                              

Soosay remains in police custody and is charged with breach of probation (x3).

                                  

No further information is available at this time.

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Missing man located

The 38-year-old man who was missing since Monday, Aug. 27, 2018 has been located.

Dana Morrison, 38, was located in Victoria Park, unharmed.

 

The EPS would like to thank the media and the public for their assistance.

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Police seek public’s assistance locating missing man

The Edmonton Police Service is asking for the public’s help locating a missing 38-year-old man.

Dana Morrison, 38, reportedly left his home in the area of 114 Avenue and 137 Street on Sunday, Aug. 26, 2018 at approximately 6:20 p.m.

 

The last known sighting of Morrison was at approximately 3:30 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 27, at a McDonald’s in the area of 81 Street and 127 Avenue.

 

Morrison is described as a Caucasian male with blue eyes and light brown hair. He is approximately 6’0” tall, weighs 220 lbs and was last seen wearing a light green long sleeve shirt with buttons on the top, blue jeans and black runners. Morrison currently has a beard, is balding and has longer hair.

 

 

 

 

Missing: Dana Morrison, 38

Morrison frequents the Westmount Mall area and is known to take walks in the river valley. He gets around on foot and was last seen walking on Aug. 27, 2018.

 

Morrison requires medication and therefore police are concerned for his well-being. There are no indications to suggest foul play.

 

Anyone with information regarding Morrison’s whereabouts is encouraged to call the Edmonton Police Service Complaint Line at 780-423-4567 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit your tip online at www.p3tips.com/250.

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Police seek public’s assistance to locate B&E suspect

The Edmonton Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance to locate a 38-year-old man believed to be responsible for several residential B&Es across southwest Edmonton.

Joshua Luke Little, 38, is alleged to have committed a daytime residential break and enter that occurred on Sunday, Sept. 2, 2018, in the area of 213 Street and 50 Avenue.

Investigators also believe Little is responsible for a residential break-in near 24 Avenue and 111A Street on Aug. 18, 2018, whereby a male suspect forcibly entered the attached garage and the main front door of the residence. Once inside, the suspect is alleged to have stolen identification documents, jewelry and two sets of vehicles keys.

On Aug. 14, 2018, Little allegedly broke into a residence on Blackburn Drive in southwest Edmonton. At home at the time of the B&E, a frightened female resident fled the home and called police.

The suspect allegedly stole the resident’s 2017 Porsche Macan, after finding keys to the vehicle in the home.

Investigators have since located surveillance from the area, which identified Little as the male suspect driving the vehicle.

Warrants have since been issued for Little’s arrest with respect to the Aug. 14 and Aug. 18 incidents.

Little is described as 5’6” tall and weighs approximately 215 pounds. Little has brown hair and green eyes (see photo below).

Anyone with information about the whereabouts of Joshua Luke Little 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 www.p3tips.com/250.

 

 

Wanted: Joshua Luke Little,
B&E Suspect

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Reuniting stolen bicycles with rightful owners

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) and City of Edmonton are encouraging cyclists to take stock of their property and help prevent bike theft with a new campaign.

"The high incidence of bike theft is especially frustrating and demoralizing in light of our efforts on the downtown bike lanes," says Ward 6 Councillor Scott McKeen. "The City spent a lot of money creating this great system. Bike commuting is safer and easier now for a lot of people, but it's a real deterrent when your bike gets stolen."

The EPS recovers 25 to 30 bicycles each week, believed to be abandoned or stolen. Only 24 per cent of these are returned to owners as EPS is unable to return bikes to people who cannot prove ownership.

"It is very important that owners find and record their bike's serial number," says Cst. Michael Zacharuk with the EPS Community Action Team. "The serial number is how cyclists can prove ownership of their property."

A recent investigation culminated with the discovery of thousands of dollars in stolen bicycles at a south-side residence, where 83 bicycles and hundreds of bicycle parts were recovered.

      

Several of the bicycles have since been reunited with their rightful owners, who were able to provide investigators with the bike's serial number.

Jimmy Markortoff, 57, of Edmonton, is currently facing two charges of possession of stolen property under $5,000 with additional charges pending.

The new EPS bike theft prevention campaign reminds cyclists that in order to reclaim recovered bicycles, owners must provide EPS with:

• A copy of the police report or file number
• Photo I.D.
• The serial number for your bike (in the form of a bill of sale, purchase receipt, warranty card, photograph, or other documented form)
• A detailed description of your bike including any aftermarket parts

 For more information on how to keep your bike safe, visit www.edmontonpolice.ca/biketheft.

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“Do the math. Speed kills!”

Edmonton area roads will become even more congested beginning today, when more than 150,000 students return to school across the city.

“Without question, our roadways are about to get very busy,” said. Kerry Bates, EPS Traffic Safety Coordinator. “Hence, it’s extremely important for pedestrians and motorists alike to pay attention to the rules of the road to help keep one another safe.”

Police especially want to remind motorists to “slow down” and adhere to the 30 km/h speed limits in and around Playground Zones near schools.

During the 2016-17 school year, (Sept. 1, 2016 to June 30, 2017), the city’s Traffic Safety Services (TSS) mailed out more than 46,000 speeding tickets to drivers, who were caught speeding through School/Playground Zones by its photo radar vehicles. During the 2017-18 school year (same time frame), TSS mailed out over 30,000 tickets to motorists caught speeding through Playground Zones.

EPS manned enforcement issued more than 8,400 tickets to motorists speeding through School/Playground Zones, during the 2017-18 school year.

“Given these numbers, it’s obvious there is still a large number of drivers in our city who continue to ignore the 30 km/h speed limit near schools. School is back. Please slow down, in the zone,” said Sgt. Bates.

Police agencies across the province will also be stepping up enforcement of Playground Zones as a Back to School initiative Sept. 10-14.

“I want to be clear,” explained Sgt. Bates. “Pedestrians also have to be on the ball, and adhere to the rules of the road. Walking an extra 30 feet to arrive at a marked cross walk, for instance, rather than taking a short cut across the street, could very well save your life. Road safety isn’t just for drivers.”

The Edmonton Police Service re-launched its familiar “Be a textbook driver” public awareness campaign this week, in conjunction with the first day of school. The public awareness campaign reminds motorists to slow down and be mindful of the 30 km/h speed limit in Playground Zones located on the perimeters around schools across Edmonton.

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