Police charge man with second degree murder

The Edmonton Police Service has charged a 53-year-old man in relation to the death of a woman in west Edmonton last week.

Wen Zhou Zhang, 53, has been charged with second degree murder and possession of weapon for dangerous purpose.

 

An autopsy to confirm cause of death has been scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2019; however, homicide detectives have deemed the manner of death to be homicide.

 

This is Edmonton’s 28^th homicide of 2018.

 

Background

At approximately 8:50 a.m., Friday, Dec. 28, 2018, West Division officers responded to the report of an assault with a weapon at a residence in the area of 214 Street and Breckenridge Drive.

 

Upon arrival, officers located an injured 49- year-old female. EMS responded, but the woman succumbed to her injuries on scene.

 

A 53-year-old male linked to the incident turned himself in to police at approximately 10:15 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 28, 2018. Officers are not looking for any additional suspects.

 

The male and female were known to one another and this was a domestic violence incident.

 

Every file is evaluated on a case by case basis. The EPS has decided not to release the name of the deceased in this investigation for the following reasons: it does not serve an investigative purpose and the EPS has a duty to protect the privacy rights of the victims and their families

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Police investigating fatal single-vehicle collision

The EPS Traffic Section is investigating a fatal single-vehicle collision that occurred yesterday evening.

At approximately 9 p.m. yesterday, Friday, Dec. 28, 2018, Southeast Division officers responded to the report of a single-vehicle collision in the area of Anthony Henday Drive and 91 Street. It was reported to police that a blue 2014 Hyundai Accent was travelling westbound on Anthony Henday Drive when the vehicle drifted off of the roadway and collided with the center cement bridge pillar at the 91 Street overpass.

 

Edmonton Fire Rescue and EMS responded; however, the 26-year-old female driver succumbed to her injuries at the scene. There were no other passengers in the vehicle.

 

The EPS Major Collision Investigations Section continues to investigate.

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Police seek public's assistance locating violent offender

The Edmonton Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 28-year-old Paul Egotak, who is wanted for breach of recognizance x2.

 

Wanted: Paul Egotak, 28

 

Egotak is described as approximately 5’3” tall and 155 lbs with brown eyes and black hair.

 

Egotak is known to carry weapons and, if seen, should not be approached. Members of the public who have information regarding Egotak’s whereabouts are asked to contact the Edmonton Police Service.

Information can be shared with the EPS by calling 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone. Anonymous information can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.p3tips.com/250.   

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Police seek public's assistance in locating Jared Soosay

The Edmonton Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 22-year-old Jared Owen Soosay who is wanted for assault with weapon, assault and breach of recognizance.

Wanted: Jared Owen Soosay, 22

 

Soosay is described as 5’8”, 140 lbs, with black hair and brown eyes.

 

The Edmonton Police Service considers Soosay to be of high risk to offend violently; he has been known to carry weapons. If seen, he should not be approached. Members of the public who have information regarding Soosay’s whereabouts are asked to contact the Edmonton Police Service.

 

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Police investigating suspicious death in west Edmonton

The Edmonton Police Service is investigating the suspicious death of a female in west Edmonton this morning.

At approximately 8:50 a.m. this morning, Friday, Dec. 28, 2018, West Division officers responded to the report of an assault with a weapon at a residence in the area of 214 Street and Breckenridge Drive.

 

Upon arrival, officers located an injured 49-year-old female. EMS responded, but the woman succumbed to her injuries on scene.

 

A 53-year-old male believed to be involved in this incident turned himself in to police at approximately 10:15 a.m. this morning. He remains in custody and charges are pending. Officers are not looking for any additional suspects.

 

Investigators believe the male and female were known to one another and that this was a domestic violence incident.

 

An autopsy has yet to be scheduled.

 

No further information is available at this time, as Homicide Section continues to investigate.

Every file is evaluated on a case by case basis. The EPS has decided not to release the name of the deceased or the accused in this investigation for the following reasons: it does not serve an investigative purpose and the EPS has a duty to protect the privacy rights of the victims and their families.

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Community celebrates 10th Annual McCauley Cup

Downtown Division police officers will be lacing up their skates tomorrow afternoon for a friendly game of hockey marking the 10th annual McCauley Cup.

“This is a big day for us,” says Const. Andrew Melney with Downtown Division and organizer of the McCauley Cup. “Today marks the tenth year of a very special event – an event that has been a milestone in the community and continues to gain more and more popularity by the year.”

 

“Most importantly, it’s an event for the kids of McCauley and a chance for us police officers to build and maintain those meaningful relationships with the community,” says Melney. “It’s also an opportunity for us to show the kids we are everyday people too.”

 

The McCauley Cup was born 10 years ago by a Downtown Beat officer who wanted to bridge the gap between police and the community. Since then, the game has grown in popularity and no matter the weather, youth from the neighbourhood are always eager to showcase their skills to their opponent police officers and spectators.

 

Opening remarks will commence at 12:40 p.m. and the puck drops at 1 p.m. The event takes place at the McCauley outdoor skating rink (10750 96 Street). All media are invited and welcome for photo/video opportunities.

 

Players and visitors will be able to enjoy a bonfire, hot drinks and some light refreshments. All spectators are encouraged to bring a non-perishable donation to the Edmonton Food Bank.

 

The EPS would like to thank the gracious sponsors of this event: United Cycle, Sport Central, K.I.D.S., Elite Sport Awards, and the Oilers Alumni.

 

The EPS would also like to thank the Edmonton Police Foundation and the McCauley Community League for their continued support.

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ASIRT investigating officer-involved shooting

At approximately 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 26, 2018 the Edmonton Police Service was conducting surveillance on a vehicle carrying a male with a number of outstanding warrants and who was believed to be armed and dangerous.

With the assistance of the EPS Tactical Unit, a traffic stop was conducted in the area of 79 Avenue and 71 Street, and two occupants of the vehicle exited without incident. The male with outstanding warrants was non-compliant and remained in the vehicle. An incident took place between the suspect male and responding officers. Officers subsequently discharged their service weapons and struck the 34-year-old male.

 

EMS responded, treated and transported the male to hospital where he was declared deceased. The two passengers who exited the vehicle were not injured.

 

No EPS officers were injured in this incident.

 

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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Missing 53-year-old man located

The 53-year-old man who was reported missing on Sunday, Dec. 23, 2018, has been located.

Kevin Stirling Van Buskirk was located safe and unharmed in Edmonton today, Wednesday, Dec. 26, 2018.

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 53-year-old man.

Kevin Stirling Van Buskirk, 53, was last seen by his employer on Friday, Dec. 21, 2018 at approximately 12 p.m. and was driving a white 2002 regular cab Dodge Ram truck with a missing tailgate (Alberta license plate # EXC 946). Van Buskirk was reported missing by his employer on Sunday, Dec. 23 when they were unable to reach him.

 

Investigators believe Van Buskirk may have been in the area of 180 Street and Stony Plain Road on Friday, Dec. 21, 2018 between 4 p.m. and 5 p.m.  He is thought to reside in the Rosthenal or Secord areas of Edmonton and may frequent locations in these neighbourhoods.

 

Van Buskirk is described as a white male, 6’3” tall with a thin build. He has blue eyes, no hair and was last seen wearing winter clothing.

 

 

Missing: Kevin Stirling Van Buskirk, 53

Van Buskirk requires medication and his disappearance is considered to be out of character, as a result, there are concerns for his well-being. There are no indications to suggest foul play.

 

Anyone with information regarding Van Buskirk’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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Little "Milo" is home for the holidays

Little “Milo” will be home for the holidays after all, thanks in part to a tip from the public and some diligent police work over the last several days.

“My family and I are very grateful to the public and to the Edmonton Police Service for their diligence and hard work in returning our puppy to us,” said Tianna Sachdeva, 23. “This is definitely the best Christmas present my family has ever received.”

Milo, a five-month-old Havanese male puppy was reported stolen to police by his owners last Thursday, Dec. 20^th, as a result of a residential B&E in northwest Edmonton.

On Saturday evening, Dec. 22, security personnel at a north-end hospital recognized a puppy matching Milo’s description in the care of a woman at the health-care facility. Security members then engaged the female suspect in conversation, and were able to confirm her identity, before she left the hospital.

The dog napper was subsequently recognized by an EPS officer Sunday afternoon at Kingsway Mall, after being arrested for an unrelated shoplifting incident.

The puppy received a tearful welcome home Sunday evening, when the investigating officer reunited Milo with his family.

“The officer called and said he needed to speak with us,” said Sachdeva. “We had no idea that he had located Milo, until we saw him walking up the sidewalk with our puppy. We were all shocked and thrilled. I had to tell my mother to stop hugging Milo and crying so much, and to feed him. He looked pretty hungry.”

Amy Alook, 26, is facing charges of theft under $5,000 and breach of recognizance with further charges pending.
 
Background:

Northwest Division patrol members responded to a residence near 116 Avenue and 95 Street, at approximately 2:30 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 20, 2018, after receiving a call regarding a residential B&E.

Video surveillance images (see below) show a female suspect walking away from the northwest Edmonton home with the family dog, “Milo” in her arms.

Milo, stolen during a recent B&E, has been
returned to his family safe and unharmed.

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Police searching for the Grinch who stole “Milo”

The Edmonton Police Service is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a female Grinch who stole a three-month-old Havanese puppy from a northwest home Thursday afternoon, during a residential break and enter.

Northwest Division patrol members responded to a residence near 116 Avenue and 95 Street, at approximately 2:30 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 20, 2018, after receiving a call regarding a residential B&E.

Video surveillance images (see below) show a female suspect walking away from the northwest Edmonton home with the family dog, “Milo” in her arms.

Investigators believe the suspect targeted the residence to steal the family’s dog, as no other belongings were taken from the home. The couple were not home at the time of the B&E, and had left “Milo” in a kennel.

The couple, who are understandably upset by the loss of their new dog, not to mention the invasion of privacy, had just purchased the puppy and brought it home last month. They were looking forward to their first Christmas together with their new puppy.

The suspect is described as being a female, approximately 20 to 30 years of age, wearing black pants, a grey hoodie and beige jacket, at the time of the break and enter.

Anyone with information about the suspect’s identity or the whereabouts of “Milo” 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.tipsubmit.com/start.htm.

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Police investigating early-morning robbery of armoured guards at bank

Robbery Section detectives continue to investigate an early-morning armed robbery at a financial institution in northeast Edmonton, which sent two armoured truck guards to hospital.

Northeast Division patrol members responded to a bank located near 81 Street and 160 Avenue, after GardaWorld Security Services personnel reported a robbery and explosion to police at approximately 2:10 a.m. this morning, Thursday, December 13, 2018.

It was reported to officers that two armoured guards entered the lobby of the bank while conducting their duties, when an explosion occurred injuring both of the guards.

An armed suspect then stole an undisclosed amount of cash from the guards, before fleeing the financial institution eastbound on foot.

Paramedics treated and transported a female and male guard to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The suspect was wearing a disguise, and as such no suspect description is available at this time.

                                                                                          

Robbery detectives would like to speak to anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of the suspect and/or this morning’s violent bank robbery by contacting 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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EPS issues reminder of ongoing online fraud and identity theft

The Edmonton Police Service has launched a new fraud prevention campaign to warn citizens of a variety of ongoing and evolving scams.

Over a five year period (2013-2017) the EPS has seen an 89% increase in reported incidents related to fraud, identity theft and identity fraud. In the first nine months of 2018 the EPS has seen a further 9.5% increase compared to the same time last year.

 

Reported incidents	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017
Fraud	3306	3792	4487	5461	5963
Identity Theft	44	93	103	169	169
Identity Fraud	339	466	548	692	833
Total:	3689	4351	5138	6322	6965

*Data generated on Nov. 16, 2018

 

The types of scams remain relatively unchanged. Fraudsters continue to pose as police officers and other government bodies in an attempt to obtain money from citizens. They often contact victims in a variety of ways, including over the phone, e-mail, text or social media – and in many cases these individuals often speak the same language as their victims and their calls may appear to come from legitimate police or government phone numbers.

 

“What has evolved is the method of payment demanded by fraudsters,” says Const. Tuyen Nguyen with the EPS Cyber Crimes Investigations Unit. “While gift cards were once the preferred payment of choice, fraudsters are now increasingly demanding payment in other forms such as BitCoin and e-transfers.”

 

Earlier this year EPS developed signage that was placed near BitCoin machines at cafes across the city to warn users that government bodies and police agencies do not accept payment for taxes and fines through BitCoin.  As the year progressed, police continued to receive consistent reports of online fraud and identity theft and felt additional crime prevention messaging was required.

 

 

 

“Front counter staff at several EPS divisions noticed an increase of reports of fraud and identity theft,” says Const. Kyle Pepper with Southwest Division.

 

“More specifically, we noticed the large majority of complainants were newcomers to the Edmonton area. As a result, the EPS developed a brochure that will be available at all EPS divisional stations and at other agencies that assist newcomers.”

 

“Our goal is to have the brochures developed in multiple languages in the near future.”

 

The messaging will also appear in multi-language ads across the city and online in 2019.

 

Citizens are reminded that government bodies such as Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), the Edmonton Police Service (EPS) and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP):

• do not threaten deportation or arrests of family members for non-payment,

• do not demand immediate payment of taxes or fines over the phone via email or through social media; and

• do not accept BitCoin, gift cards, e-mail or money transfers as a valid form of payment.

 

Do not provide personal or banking information by phone, email, text or social media as it may result in the loss of money and/or identity theft.

 

Anyone who believes they may have been defrauded this way is encouraged to contact the EPS at 780-423-4567 or dial #377 from a mobile phone. Contacting Equifax and Transunion, Canadian credit monitoring agencies, is also recommended.

 

If you have not lost money, but suspect you have been targeted, contact the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501.

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Medical Examiner releases autopsy results in connection to deaths of two children

The Edmonton Medical Examiner has confirmed that two children found deceased in a southeast Edmonton apartment suite on Dec. 5, 2018, were stabbed to death, and the manner of death is homicide.

The ages of the two deceased female children have been confirmed as being six months and three years old.

On Dec. 6, EPS Homicide Section investigators charged a 29-year-old male, the father of the youngest child, with two counts of second degree murder, one count each of assault causing bodily harm and breach of probation.

 

Background:
At approximately 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2018, Southeast Division officers responded to the report of an assault on a female in the area of 79 Avenue and 71 Street.

 

Upon arrival, officers located a female in distress and with serious injuries.

 

At approximately 8:30 p.m., officers received a report of a male acting erratically who broke into a garage at 73 Street and 80 Avenue. It was later determined that the male was a suspect in relation to the assault of the female at 79 Avenue and 71 Street. The man was arrested at that time.

 

After further investigations, patrol officers returned to the apartment suite at 79 Avenue and 71 Street where two children were found deceased. 

The mother of the two children remains in hospital today, Monday, Dec. 10, 2018, as she continues to recover from wounds sustained during the assault.

 

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Police investigate collision with pedestrian on 118 Avenue

The EPS is investigating a collision involving a truck and a pedestrian that occurred this morning in northwest Edmonton.

Northwest Division patrol members responded to an intersection at 118 Avenue and 86 Street at approximately 6:15 a.m. today, Monday, December 10, 2018, after receiving a 911 call regarding a collision between a pedestrian and a truck.

It was reported to police that a female pedestrian was struck by a Dodge Ram 3500, which was travelling westbound on 118 Avenue. A 32-year-old woman is alleged to have stepped off the curb, when she was struck by the truck being driven by a 48-year-old male.

The woman had reportedly been standing on the northeast corner of 118 Avenue and 85 Street, where she was attempting to cross the street southbound when she was struck. 

It is also believed the pedestrian was attempting to cross the street against the light, when she was struck by the oncoming truck.

The female pedestrian was treated and transported to hospital with serious injuries. Major Collision Investigations Section has since taken over the investigation.

No charges have been laid against the driver of the truck, at this time.

Anyone who 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.tipsubmit.com/start.htm.

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Police seek public's assistance locating violent offender

The Edmonton Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 41-year-old Gregory Ottertail, who is wanted for aggravated assault and possession of a weapon dangerous to the public.

Wanted: Gregory Ottertail, 41

 

Ottertail is described as approximately 6’ tall and 186 lbs with brown eyes and black hair. He is known to reside in the downtown area and is currently of no fixed address.

 

The Edmonton Police Service considers Ottertail to be of high risk to offend violently; he is a convicted sexual offender and violent offender.  If seen, he should not be approached. Members of the public who have information regarding Ottertail’s whereabouts are asked to contact the Edmonton Police Service.

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Suspects responsible for front door B&E series arrested

A month-long investigation has led to the arrest of three suspects in connection to upwards of 30 front door breach B&Es in Edmonton and surrounding communities.

In early November, Southwest CIS detectives began investigating a series of residential, daytime B&Es, which saw two the suspects kick open the front doors of homes to gain entry. The suspects targeted in excess of 20 homes in Edmonton and another 10 in Spruce Grove, Stony Plain, Devon and St Albert.

Once inside the suspects predominantly stole jewelry and firearms from residences throughout the series. In the most recent incident on Tuesday, Dec. 4, 2018, the suspects were observed committing a B&E in nearby Devon, where a large quantity of firearms were allegedly stolen.

The suspects were followed until they split up with one going to a residence in Spruce Grove. The first suspect and a 32-year-old female were arrested at that location. The second suspect, a 32-year-old male, was followed and eventually arrested outside a residence in St. Albert, later the same day.

Search warrants were executed at both residences leading to the recovery of a significant amount of suspected stolen property.

Mitchell Andonov, 33, of Spruce Grove, and Michael Howard, 32, of St. Albert, are each facing 32 charges related to break and enter and possession of firearms.

 

Charges against the 32-year-old female have yet to be sworn before a Justice of the Peace, and therefore EPS isn’t releasing her name at this time.

The investigation is ongoing, and further charges are pending. The RCMP detachments in all four of these outlying communities were involved and assisted with the successful conclusion of this investigation. The EPS is grateful for their assistance.

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Police investigate fatal collision

The EPS is investigating a fatal collision involving a pedestrian that occurred this morning. At approximately 8:30 a.m. today (Friday, Dec. 7, 2018), police were dispatched to Yellowhead Trail and 66 Street following a 911 call regarding a pedestrian who had been struck by a vehicle. 

It was reported that the pedestrian stepped out in front of a three-tonne truck as it was travelling eastbound on Yellowhead Trail between the intersections of 68 and 67 Street. The 26-year-old male pedestrian was transported to hospital, where he was pronounced deceased. 

The 2019 Hino three-tonne truck remained on scene. No charges are being laid. EPS Major Collision Investigations Section is investigating. 

 

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You better watch out, you better take care, you better not be driving impaired!

The Edmonton Police Service will launch its 2018 Holiday Checkstop program Thursday evening, an annual initiative with the goal to help keep impaired drivers off city streets.

“The holidays are always a special time for friends and family coming home from around the province and country,” said Sgt. Rob Davis, of the EPS Impaired Driving Unit. “The public will see our officers working Checkstops across the city throughout the holidays, to help ensure everyone gets home safely.”

It will be business as usual, however, for the service’s Impaired Driving Unit, despite the ink barely being dry on the country’s cannabis legalization laws.

“Regardless if you’ve consumed too much alcohol, prescription medication and/or cannabis, plain and simple, it has always been a criminal offence to drive while being impaired,” explained Sgt. Davis. “You’re risking losing your licence, your job and you’re also risking your life, the lives of any other occupants in your vehicle and the lives of those on the roads around you.”

“Stay at home, or make plans to take a taxi or ride sharing service. As individuals, as a community, we need to take care of one another to ensure we all get home safely to our families.”

Police have always had the means to test drug-impaired driving, and those methods remain the same now that cannabis is legalized. If a police officer suspects that a driver is impaired by a drug, they will conduct a Standardized Field Sobriety Test (SFST) at the roadside. The SFST consists of some preliminary questions, an eye exam, and some movement tests. If the SFST indicates impairment, the driver will then be arrested and taken to a police station to be evaluated by a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE), who can demand a urine or blood sample. If the results from the laboratory confirm the DRE’s suspicion of impairment, charges can then be laid on the driver. Officers may also request an oral fluid sample at the roadside, which, if positive, will then trigger a DRE evaluation.

 

On Dec. 18, 2018, Mandatory Alcohol Screening will also come into effect. This change to the federal Criminal Code will remove the requirement for police to form grounds for requesting a breath sample. This means that police can conduct roadside alcohol testing on any person who has been lawfully stopped, whether or not there is suspicion that the person is impaired.

 
The EPS Checkstop program involves vehicle-stop locations and roving patrols across the city looking for impaired drivers. While it is aimed at detecting impaired drivers and removing them from the road, a large component is also aimed at educating the public of the dangers and consequences of impaired driving.

 

If you suspect a driver is impaired, please contact police as soon as possible to Curb the Danger:

• Call 911 if it is safe to do so.  Calling 911 in an emergency, or to report an impaired driver, is permitted while driving under the distracted driving law.

• Report the location, vehicle description, and licence plate number.

• Keep the vehicle in sight but do not attempt to chase the vehicle, or break the law to do so.

   

For more information on EPS traffic safety and enforcement initiatives, please visit www.edmontonpolice.ca/traffic

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Police investigating suspicious deaths of two children

The Edmonton Police Service is investigating the suspicious deaths of two young children in southeast Edmonton.

At approximately 5:30 p.m. yesterday, Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2018, Southeast Division officers responded to the report of an assault on a female in the area of 79 Avenue and 71 Street.

 

Upon arrival, officers located a female in distress and with serious injuries.   

 

At approximately 8:30 p.m., officers received a report of a male acting erratically who broke into a garage at 73 Street and 80 Avenue. It was later determined that the male was a suspect in relation to the assault of the female at 79 Avenue and 71 Street. The man was arrested and remains in police custody.

 

After further investigations, patrol officers returned to an apartment suite at 79 Avenue and 71 Street where two children were found deceased.

 

Homicide Section continues to investigate. Autopsies have yet to be scheduled.

 

No further information is being released at this time for investigative reasons.

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Police asking public to help identify suspect in arson

The Edmonton Police Service is asking the public for assistance in identifying a suspect in a northeast Edmonton arson and vehicle break-in that occurred in June.

On June 3, 2018, at approximately 4:15 a.m., the Edmonton Police Service was notified by Edmonton Fire Rescue of a suspicious fire that damaged a show home and a home under construction in the area of 172 Avenue and 62 Street. Neither home was occupied at the time.

 

Security camera footage obtained from the area at the time showed a lone male suspect checking vehicle door handles before ultimately breaking into a vehicle. Investigators believe this may be the same suspect involved in the arson.

 

The male is described as a tall white male with a slim build and a “mullet” style haircut. He was wearing a long sleeved shirt, baggy jeans and a small backpack with rope shoulder straps.

 

 

Suspect photos obtained from area security footage

 

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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; Montana Cain is a convicted violent offender whom the Edmonton Police Service has reasonable grounds to believe will commit another violent offence, which could result in significant harm against someone while in the community.

Cain will be residing in the Edmonton area and will be monitored by the Behavioural Assessment Unit of the Edmonton Police Service.

 

The Edmonton Police Service is seeking a court order that will include a number of conditions that Cain must abide by including:

 

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

• He shall not purchase, possess or consume any alcoholic beverages. He shall not consume or possess any drug listed in the schedules of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act including cannabis, any prescription drugs not prescribed to him, or any other intoxicating substances.

• He shall not be in any licensed premises other than a dining room for the sole purpose of having a meal.  He shall not attend at any liquor store.

• He shall 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.

• He must not be in possession of weapons of any kind, including knives (except in your 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.

• He must not travel out of the City of Edmonton without written approval of his Supervisor or the Provincial Court of Alberta.

             

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

 

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.

              Montana Cain
              32 years old

              5’11”, 177lbs

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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Missing 40-year-old man located

The 40-year-old man who was missing since, Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2018, has been located.

Stuart Barclay was located safe and unharmed in North Vancouver on Thursday, Nov. 29, 2018.

The EPS would like to thank the West Vancouver Police, the media and the public for their assistance.

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Missing 34-year-old man located

The 34-year-old man who was reported missing on Monday, Oct 29, 2018, has been located.

Derek Carter was located safe and unharmed in Edmonton on Monday, Nov. 12, 2018.

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

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