Police seek public’s assistance locating missing female youth

The Edmonton Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a 14-year-old female youth.

Kilie Saddleback, 14, was last seen at a residence in the area of 88 Street and 121 Avenue on Thursday, Aug. 22, 2019, shortly after midnight. Saddleback is new to Edmonton and has little knowledge of the city. Investigators believe she could be in the Edmonton, Wetaskiwin or Maskwacis area.

Saddleback is an indigenous female, 5’3" tall with a slim build. She has short, straight brown hair which is dyed a pink/red color.

Saddleback’s disappearance is considered to be out of character and because she is a youth, there are concerns for her well-being.

Missing Youth: Kilie Saddleback, 14

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Police investigating serious hit-and-run collision

The EPS Traffic Section is seeking information regarding the identity of a driver involved in an early morning hit-and-run collision.

At approximately 5:50 a.m. this morning, Friday, Aug. 30, 2019, Downtown Division officers responded to the report of a collision in the area of Jasper Avenue and 102 Street.

 

It was reported to police that a male pedestrian was crossing from the south side to the north side of Jasper Avenue at the intersection of 102 Street when he was struck by a small black SUV or hatchback travelling westbound on Jasper Avenue.  Witnesses reported that the vehicle stopped briefly at 103 Street and Jasper Avenue before proceeding northbound on 103 Street.

 

EMS responded, treated and transported the 73-year-old male pedestrian to hospital with serious injuries where he remains.

 

The EPS Major Collision Investigation Section has since taken over the investigation and is urging the driver and any occupants of the vehicle involved to come forward to speak with police. Investigators are also asking anyone who witnessed the collision or was in the area at the time and may have information about the vehicle or driver to contact the EPS. 

 

If you have information about this collision, please 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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Public information and warning: sexual offender released

In the interest of public safety, the Edmonton Police Service is issuing the following warning; Bernard Jakubec is a convicted sexual offender and the Edmonton Police Service has reasonable grounds to believe he will commit another sexual offence against someone under the age of 16 while in the community and, as such, the Edmonton Police Service has a duty to warn the public of the risk Jakubec poses.

Jakubec was recently released from Chilliwack, BC and will be residing in the Edmonton area.  He has been placed on a recognizance and will be monitored by Alberta Probation and the Behavioural Assessment Unit of the Edmonton Police Service.

 

Jakubec has a history of sexually assaulting male and female victims, aged 14 and under after having lured or chased them into secluded public areas.  Jakubec’s risk for sexual violence increases significantly if under the influence of any intoxicants.

 

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

 

• He must keep the peace and be of good behavior

• He shall not consume or possess alcohol or any controlled substance as listed in the Controlled Drug and Substances Act excluding prescription medication prescribed to him by a licensed physician or a dentist, and he can only consume prescribed medication in the dosage prescribed by the doctor or dentist.

• He shall not enter any bar, tavern, liquor store, beer and/or wine store, or business whose primary purpose is the sale or distribution of alcoholic beverages.

• He shall not attend within 300 metres of any park, playground, school ground, swimming area, daycare, recreation/community centre, library or any other place where children under the age of 16 can reasonably be expected to be present, including other places identified in writing by his probation officer except with the prior written permission of his probation officer.

• He must not seek, obtain or continue any employment, whether or not the employment is remunerated, or become or be a volunteer in any capacity, that involves being in a position of trust or authority towards persons under the age of 16 years.

• He is prohibited from using a computer system within the meaning of subsection 342.1(2) for the purpose of communicating with a person under the age of fourteen years.

             

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

                                                   Bernard Jakubec, 60

     Height: 5’11”

     Weight: 230 lbs

     Eyes: hazel

     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 investigating new graffiti series

The Edmonton Police Service is investigating a new graffiti series that has damaged property in west, central and southwest Edmonton.

Since the beginning of July, officers with the West Division Stony Plain Rd. Beats team have noticed a rise in graffiti, with a particular tag appearing in more than 70 locations across the city. Found primarily along Stony Plain Rd, 124 Street, Jasper Avenue, River Valley Rd and Whyte Avenue, the tags have appeared on a myriad of property, including, vehicles, dumpsters, buildings, underpasses and storefronts. Officers believe the taggers are operating in the overnight and early morning hours.

 

Officers continue to try to identify the suspect(s) and are releasing photos of the tag in hopes that someone will come forward with information. 

 

 

 

 

Majority of the tags pictured were noticed by officers on patrol and were not reported to police. As a result, anyone with a similar tag on their property is encouraged to file a report. As well, any citizens in the Stony Plain Rd, 124 Street, Jasper Avenue, River Valley Rd or Whyte Avenue areas that may have witnessed the tagging or who may have captured video or photo footage of the taggers is also asked to contact police as soon as possible.

 

If you have information about this graffiti, please 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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Human remains discovered in west-end alley identified

The Edmonton Police Service Homicide Section continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding human remains that were discovered in a Sherwood neighbourhood alley two weeks ago.

Police and the Edmonton Medical Examiner have determined the remains are those of a 33-year-old female, Terri Ann Rowan.

 

Terri Ann Rowan, 33

 

Homicide detectives are treating this as a suspicious death, and would like to speak with anyone who may have seen or spoken to Terri Ann Rowan in the week leading up to her remains being found on August 15, 2019.

 

The cause and manner of death are not being released at this time to protect the integrity of the investigation.

 

Police are urging anyone with information about this incident 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.

No further details are available at this time.

 

Background

Citizens walking in an alley west of 149 Street between 92 and 93 Avenue discovered human remains on Thursday, Aug. 15, 2019.

The Edmonton Medical Examiner conducted an autopsy on the remains on Aug. 16, 2019.

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Assist to locate: High risk offender wanted on warrants

The Edmonton Police Service has issued arrest warrants for Damian Dillon, 24, who allegedly breached conditions of his court order.

Dillon is wanted for breach of recognizance (x3).

 

He poses a great risk to the public and is considered by police to be a violent offender, most notably while under the influence of any intoxicants.

 

 

 

 

Damian Dillon, 24:
Violent Offender

Dillon is described as being 5’9”, 180 lbs, with dark brown hair and brown eyes. He is considered 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 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 lay additional charges against man in connection to fraudulently autographed McDavid jerseys

The EPS has laid additional charges against a 23-year-old man, claiming to be from the Edmonton Oilers Entertainment Group or Pro Am Sports, in relation to selling Connor McDavid jerseys with fraudulent autographs online.

The EPS issued a news release seeking complainants who may have been have been victimized by this scam on July 18, 2019, and since then, five additional complainants have contacted police. Investigators believe the five new complainants were allegedly defrauded approximately $12,570.

Chandra Vinesh Singh, 23, is charged with fraud under $5000 (x6), false pretenses under $5000 (x6), using a forged document (x3) and forgery (x3).

Singh was arrested yesterday, August 26, 2019 without incident and is expected to appear in court on September 23, 2019.

Background

In April of 2018, it was reported that Singh contacted several people via Facebook claiming he was employed by either the Edmonton Oilers Entertainment Group or Pro Am Sports and was selling autographed Connor McDavid jerseys. Investigators believe Singh successfully sold two fraudulently autographed jerseys to a citizen for $1,400.

Several months later, in February 2019, it was reported that Singh proposed an "investment opportunity" to an individual via Facebook, which again involved Oilers jerseys that Singh falsely claimed were signed by Connor McDavid. Singh also allegedly used fraudulent documents to support his claims. The individual was allegedly defrauded $23,000.

At that time, Singh was charged with possession of a forged document (x2), fraud over $5,000, fraud under $5,000.

The Edmonton Police Service reminds citizens to use caution when purchasing from non-licensed vendors and individuals online. For more information regarding Pro Am Sports’ authenticity program, please visit: Choose team real deal when buying your gear and memorabilia. For more information on where to find certified, authentic Edmonton Oilers memorabilia, please visit: Edmonton Oilers Authentic Autographed Memorabilia. 


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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; Damian Dillon, 24, is a convicted violent offender and the Edmonton Police Service has reasonable grounds to believe he is a risk of significant harm to the public and will commit another violent offence against someone while in the community. Dillon will be residing in the Edmonton area. The Edmonton Police Service is seeking a recognizance order on Dillon and he will be monitored by the Behavioural Assessment Unit of the Edmonton Police Service.

 

Dillon has a history of violent offences utilizing weapons/firearms that result in bodily harm and could potentially be life threatening. Dillon’s risk for violence increases significantly while under the influence of any intoxicants.

 

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

 

• He must abide by a curfew of 10 PM to 6 AM daily.

• He shall not purchase, possess or consume any alcoholic beverages or cannabis products. He shall not consume or possess any drug listed in the schedules of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, 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 travel out of the City of Edmonton without written approval of his Supervisor or the Provincial Court of Alberta.

• He 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.

             

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

 

Dillon, Damian, 24 

Height: 5’9”

Weight: 180 lbs

Eyes: Brown

Hair: Dark 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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Investigators charge second man in connection with February 26 homicide

The Edmonton Police Service Homicide Section has charged a 21-year-old male in connection with the shooting death of a man in northeast Edmonton in February.

On Aug. 23, 2019, homicide investigators located and arrested Jaremy Krause, 21, in relation to the shooting death of 42-year-old Desmond Gordon on Feb. 26, 2019. 

 

Krause is charged with first degree murder.  Krause is co-accused with Matthew Campeau, 24, who was arrested and charged on Mar. 5, 2019 with second degree murder, use of a firearm while committing an offence, unauthorized possession of a firearm and possession of a prohibited/restricted firearm with ammunition.

 

Police are not looking for additional suspects in relation to this homicide.

Background           

 

On Feb. 26, 2019, at approximately 12:40 a.m., Northeast Division patrol officers responded to a 911 call in connection to shots being fired at a residence near Belmont Park in northeast Edmonton.

Upon arrival, EPS officers found a deceased male inside the residence.

 

Autopsy results released by the Edmonton Medical Examiner on Feb. 28, 2019, confirmed the 42-year-old male died from a gun-shot wound, and the manner of death was homicide.

On Feb. 28, 2019, the EPS issued a request for public assistance in locating Matthew Campeau, 24 in connection with the homicide.

 

On Mar. 1, 2019, Campeau turned himself into the RCMP detachment in Langley, B.C. and was transported back to Edmonton.



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Police asking public to help identify suspect in multiple thefts from liquor stores

The Edmonton Police Service is asking the public for assistance in identifying a male suspect believed to have stolen more than $10,000 of liquor since June.

Between June 12 and Aug. 18, 2019, the EPS has received more than 20 reports of theft from liquor stores believed to involve the same male suspect. While active citywide, the suspect primarily frequents stores in south and west Edmonton, the most recent theft reported at a liquor store in the Capilano area of 50 Street and 101 Avenue. To date, the suspect has allegedly stolen more than $10,000 in merchandise, taking between $200 and $700 of liquor in each incident.

 

The suspect is described as a 35-45 year-old male of Middle Eastern descent, approximately 5’8”-5’10” in height and weighing between 220-240 lbs. The suspect reportedly frequently wears the grey t-shirt or red sweatshirt pictured below, along with black runners and a baseball cap and often steals the liquor by placing it in a duffel bag.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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 www.p3tips.com/250.

 

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Autopsy results confirm death of male is homicide

The death of a 47-year-old male that took place in central Edmonton last week is being investigated as a homicide.

On Friday, Aug. 16, 2019, Downtown patrol officers responded to a report of a deceased male inside an apartment suite at 93 Street and 104 Avenue.

 

An autopsy took place yesterday, Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2019, and the Edmonton Medical Examiner determined that Derek Cowan, 47, died as a result of being stabbed.

 

Homicide Section continues to investigate.

 

Anyone with information about Cowan’s death is asked to please 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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Public information and warning: sexual offender released

In the interest of public safety, the Edmonton Police Service is issuing the following warning; Laverne Waskahat is a convicted sexual offender and the Edmonton Police Service has reasonable grounds to believe she is of significant harm to the community and will commit another sexual offence against a child under the age of 16.

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

 

Waskahat is a male who identifies as female and has a history of possessing, making and publishing child pornography involving male and female infants under 3 years old.  Waskahat has been known to offend against the children while in a position of care over the child (i.e. while babysitting) and has also been known to take voyeuristic photos in public of infants.  Waskahat may try and associate with someone who has young children to groom them for her offending behavior.  Waskahat has also been known to frequent public bathrooms (i.e. in shopping malls) in order to carry out her voyeuristic offending behavior.

 

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

 

• She must abide by a curfew of 10 PM to 6 AM daily

• She must not purchase, possess or consume any alcoholic beverages and 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 her, or any other intoxicating substances.

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

• She 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.

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

• She shall not purchase or possess any children’s or women’s diapers.

• She must not acquire, possess or access pornography or sexually explicit material in any form or on any type of media.

• She may not possess or view any images of children whether in states of undress or not, whether on paper, video, audiotape, computer disc, hard drive, or any other electronic media.

• She must not own, use or possess a computer, as defined in section 342.1 of the Criminal Code, or any technological device that would allow unsupervised access to the internet.

• She must not purchase, own, possess or use any electronic storage medium which is capable of storing photos, videos, voice files or any other type of data.

• She shall not enter into any sexual, intimate or interpersonal social relationship with any person until his/her identity has been disclosed to her supervisor (or designate) and he/she has been informed by her supervisor (or designate) of her criminal history and her prohibitions regarding children under 16. She shall not enter into any personal or romantic relationship, cohabitation, marriage or common-law relationship with a person who is a parent/guardian of children under the age of 16 years.

• She must not be within 100 meters of the perimeter of places where children under the age of 16 are likely to congregate, i.e. elementary/secondary schools, daycare centres, parks, swimming pools, wading pools, splash parks, recreational centres, youth shelters or public libraries.

• She must not be in the presence of any children under the age 16 unless accompanied by an approved adult aware of her criminal history.           

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

 

 

                                                   Laverne Waskahat, 42

     Height: 5’11”

     Weight: 170 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 apartment building fire in west Edmonton

The Edmonton Police Service is investigating an apartment building fire that occurred in west Edmonton early this morning.

On Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2019 at approximately 9:40 a.m. EPS and Edmonton Fire Rescue were called to the report of a fire at an apartment building in the area of 124 Street and 111 Avenue. The fire was reported by an off-duty firefighter that was in the area at the time.

 

Emergency responders were able to evacuate the building and no injuries related to the fire were reported. A 61-year-old male resident of the building was treated and transported to hospital by EMS with injuries believed to be unrelated to the fire. He remains in hospital in stable condition at this time.

 

Edmonton Fire Rescue and the EPS Arson Unit continue to investigate and have yet to determine the cause of the fire.

 

Anyone who witnessed this fire is encouraged to call the Edmonton Police Service 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 suspicious death

The Edmonton Police Service Homicide Section is investigating a suspicious death that occurred in the downtown area on Friday, Aug. 16, 2019.

On Aug. 16, Downtown patrol officers responded to a report of a deceased male inside an apartment suite at 93 Street and 104 Avenue.

 

The 47-year-old man’s death was deemed suspicious and is being investigated by Homicide Section.

 

An autopsy is scheduled for Tuesday morning (Aug. 20.)

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Police investigating human remains discovered in west-end alley

The Edmonton Police Service Homicide Section is investigating the circumstances surrounding human remains that were discovered in a Sherwood neighbourhood alley Thursday morning in west Edmonton.

Citizens walking in an alley west of 149 Street between 92 and 93 Avenue discovered the remains yesterday morning, Thursday, Aug. 15, 2019.

The Edmonton Medical Examiner conducted an autopsy on the remains earlier today, the results of which are not being released at this time for investigative purposes.

Homicide detectives are circulating a poster to residents in the area regarding their investigation. They would like to speak with anyone who may have been travelling through that alley on Aug. 14-15 that may have witnessed any suspicious behaviour of individuals and/or unfamiliar vehicles in that area.

Investigators are also looking for any residential surveillance video or dash cam video of the alley in that area, which may help progress their investigation.

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Edmonton chiropractor facing additional sexual assault charges

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) has laid 15 additional charges against 65-year-old Ron Harry Latch, in relation to a number of sexual assaults.

In 2018, a female complainant reported to police that in 1986, when she was a minor, the accused sexually assaulted her on numerous occasions while she was a patient at his chiropractic practice. Latch was charged with one count of sexual assault on Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2019.

 

On Friday, March 1, 2019, the EPS issued a news release in relation to Latch as investigators believed there may be additional complainants.

 

Since then, a number of complainants have contacted police. Latch is charged with sexual assault (x13), sexual interference and gross indecency. These charges involve 10 complainants and all stem from separate incidents, which allegedly occurred between 1982 and 2017.

 

The EPS’ Sexual Assault Section continues to investigate.

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Police asking public for help identifying break and enter suspect

The Edmonton Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance identifying a suspect involved in a recent break and enter in central Edmonton.

At approximately 6:20 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 12, 2019 Downtown Division officers responded to the report of a break and enter at a multi-unit residence in the area of 117 Street and 100 Avenue.  It was reported to police that a female was sleeping in her suite when she was awakened by a noise. When she arose to investigate, she reportedly encountered an unknown male who produced a knife and demanded money. The female reported telling the male that she had no money and when the male wasn’t looking, ran from her suite and called police. The male then allegedly left her suite and fled the area on foot with some of her belongings.

 

The female did not report any injuries.

 

Investigators are releasing security camera images of a male they believe may be the suspect in hopes that someone may recognize him.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The suspect is described as an Indigenous male in his mid-20s, approximately six feet tall with black gelled spikey hair. He was reportedly wearing black jeans and a blue vest with patches and left behind a black BMX bicycle.

 

Anyone with information about the suspect’s identity 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://www.p3tips.com/250.

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The unfortunate gift that just keeps giving

The Edmonton Police Service is warning citizens to remain cautious when receiving calls about fraudulent credit card transactions

 

Between Jan 1, 2019 and July 15, 2019 the Edmonton Police Service has received 136 reports of gift card related internet scams with an overall loss of $683,001.69.

Scammers are using advanced methods to appear legitimate. Through the use of virus computer software, scammers are gaining access to personal computers and banking information after alarming victims that their credit card has been compromised.

 

The Scam:

1. You receive a phone call from a scammer claiming to be a bank employee who says that your online banking has been hacked. The scammer will provide an employee number to gain your trust.
2. The scammer will ask you to run a software program, which is a virus designed to provide the scammer access to your computer. After running the program, the scammer will ask you to log into your online banking. Once you log in, you’ll notice that someone is remotely accessing your computer.
3. Your bank account will show two fraudulent charges on your credit card. Typically, the first charge is for EBay and the second charge is for Google Play cards.
4. The scammer puts you on hold and pretends to contact Google to have the second transaction cancelled. After some time, the scammer will return to the phone and tell you that Google could only reimburse you for two set dollar values; one lower than the amount charged to your card and one that is more expensive than the amount charged to your card.
5. The scammer will claim they argued with Google on your behalf to receive a full refund, but were told that you need to buy Google Play cards to make up the difference at a location provided by the scammer.
6. After purchasing the gift cards at the designated location, the scammer tells you to scratch the codes on the card and send a photo to them via a designated phone number. The scammer will then ask you to remain quiet about the situation, as they are currently doing a covert operation with the RCMP.
7. The scammer will deposit money into your account so you may continue to make purchases for him to assist in the investigation, as well as a small tip for your assistance. You will then be put on hold while the scammer contacts RCMP on another line.
8. At a later time, you will be asked by the scammer to transfer money from your account to a designated RCMP officer via third party banking account. The scammer may also warn you that someone, who claimed to be your relative, tried to get a loan under your name.
9. To prevent the loan fraud, the scammer may then transfer your funds to someone in India using a ‘Money in Minute’ service using the third party information provided by the scammer. Afterwards, you’ll be asked again to purchase gift cards at a designated location provided by the scammer.
10. Following a similar protocol, the scammer will deposit more money into your account to purchase the gift cards – which is actually being pulled from your own accounts or line of credit. Once again, you’ll be asked to scratch the codes and send a photo of the codes to the scammer. The process will continue until the scammer is no longer able to convince you to send money or purchase gifts cards.

 

“Scammers do this for a living,” Detective Linda Herczeg explained, “This is their livelihood, so they spend all of their time building an elaborate and believable scheme. They use a real bank’s identity, including an employee number, to legitimize their story. Anyone can fall victim to these scams.”

 

Remember: Anyone can fall victim to these scams. Scammers do this for a living and have many people helping them build their elaborate scams. They take legitimate company and employee names and incorporate them into their scheme.

 

Due to public access to information and images on the internet, scammers are easily impersonating businesses and/or their employees. This is why it is important for citizens to be vigilant and recognize warning signs of a scam.

 

Please see our website for fraud prevention tips and additional online scam details.

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Police investigate traffic fatality on Calgary Trail

Officers from the EPS’ Major Collision Investigation Section continue to investigate a single-vehicle fatal collision that took place this afternoon.

At approximately 3:30 p.m. today, Sunday, August 11, 2019, police were called to the scene of a collision on Calgary Trail and 41 Avenue SW. Traffic Section investigators believe a 2005 Ford Escape, operated by a 74-year-old male, was travelling southbound on Calgary Trail, approaching the 41 Avenue SW underpass in the far left lane, when the male lost control of the vehicle. It is believed the Ford Escape veered off the road and struck a support pillar of the overpass. The 74-year-old succumbed to his injuries on scene.

Neither speed nor impairment are considered factors in this collision and no other motorists were involved. Investigators believe the deceased may have experienced a medical episode behind the wheel and continue to investigate.

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Police search rural properties for evidence in relation to missing persons investigation; release new images

The Edmonton Police Service continues to seek the public’s assistance in locating missing 32-year-old Patricia Wendy Pangracs.

Pangracs was last heard from on Saturday, June 8, 2019, and was reported missing on Monday, July 8, 2019. She is 5’5" tall and 130 lbs., with black hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing dark pants, blue heeled boots, a dark zippered jacket and a white long sleeved shirt. She was also carrying a dark colored purse and was in possession of a phone and sunglasses.

Missing person: Patricia Wendy Pangracs, 32

CCTV image of Patricia Wendy Pangracs

Detectives from the Missing Persons Unit and Homicide Section are working collaboratively to locate Pangracs.

The EPS’ Search Managers Unit in conjunction with the investigative team will be conducting a coordinated search in the rural area of Range Road 233 and Township Road 514 today, Saturday, August 10, 2019, in relation to Pangracs disappearance. A series of events preceding her disappearance have suggested she had been in the area.

"Due to the large area of land we are searching, we are also asking residents who live or have property in the area of Range Road 233 and Township Road 514 to check their properties, sheds and other outbuildings for anything unusual," says Det. Jared Buhler with the EPS Homicide Section. "It is possible that Ms. Pangracs may have sought shelter or left personal property in the area."

Investigators also believe Pangracs was in the Bruderheim and Beaumont area in the hours leading up to her disappearance, sometime between the evening of Friday, June 7 and Saturday June 8, 2019. She is believed to have been travelling in a white 2011 Cadillac CTS, which had visible damage on the front passenger bumper.

2011 White Cadillac CTS with front passenger bumper damage

Police are also releasing a map of a route through Beaumont which they believe Pangracs may have travelled. Investigators are asking residents with video surveillance of any pedestrian or vehicle traffic between 3:30 and 6 a.m. on Saturday, June 8, 2019, along or around the specified route to contact police immediately.

Police requesting video surveillance from residents of pedestrian or vehicle traffic along route, specifically on Saturday, June 8, 2019 between the hours of 3:30 and 6 a.m.. (click map to enlarge)

Pangracs’ disappearance is considered out of character and the circumstances leading up to her disappearance have caused authorities to become further concerned for her well-being. Police would also like to speak to anyone who had contact with Pangracs in the weeks leading up to her disappearance.

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Police seek public’s assistance locating missing man

The Edmonton Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a 33-year-old Edmonton man, who went missing Aug. 2.

Tyrone Tynes, 33, went missing at approximately 2 a.m., Friday, Aug. 2. He was last seen leaving a residence near 110 Marlborough Place and 66 Avenue in southwest Edmonton. It was reported to police that Tynes did not have money, ID, a cell phone or vehicle in his possession, at the time of his disappearance.

He was last seen wearing a grey shirt, grey or blue sweat pants and Nike shoes.

Tyrone has been diagnosed with schizophrenia. His disappearance is considered to be out of character.

 

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

 

 

Missing: Tyrone Tynes, 33. Last seen Friday, Aug. 2 near Marlborough Place and 66 Avenue.

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Traffic Section investigating fatal rollover

Officers from the EPS’ Major Collision Investigation Section continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the fatal single-vehicle rollover yesterday evening, Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2019.

Investigators believe a 49-year-old female operating a Hyundai Accent was travelling southwest along 195 Avenue toward Manning Drive, when she lost control of the vehicle. EMS responded to the collision and declared the female deceased on scene.

Officers are still trying to determine what factors may have contributed to this collision. No charges will be laid in this incident.

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Edgemont house fire deemed non-criminal

A fire in southwest Edmonton over the weekend has been deemed non-criminal.

Just after 3 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 4, 2019, Edmonton Fire Rescue Services (EFRS) was called to the report of a fire at a house under construction in the area of Edgemont Way and Eifert Crescent. Neighbouring homes and vehicles were also affected by the fire; however, occupants were able to exit their homes and no injuries were reported.

 

Following an investigation, EFRS determined the fire was suspicious and officers with Edmonton Police Service Southwest Division were contacted to assist.

 

After speaking with neighbouring residents, officers learned that two children were seen playing in the home just prior to the fire. A short time later, EPS and EFRS investigators located the children and their parents nearby, and the children admitted that they were playing in the home with a lighter when they accidentally lit a fire.

 

The fire has since been deemed non-criminal and the children will not be identified. The EPS and EFRS will be working with the children and their families to educate them on fire safety.

The EPS and EFRS would like to remind citizens to carefully monitor all fires, recreational or otherwise, as they can quickly become dangerous and devastating.  Educating children on the dangers of fire and keeping lighters, matches and other flammable materials out of reach is also recommended. 

 

If you encounter a fire in progress you are encouraged to contact Edmonton Fire Rescue Services by dialing 911. If you have information about a fire that you believe was deliberately set, you can contact the EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile device.

 

For more information on fire safety, citizens can visit:

https://www.edmonton.ca/residential_neighbourhoods/fire-and-safety.aspx

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Older Hondas and Acuras Targeted in Northeast

The Edmonton Police Service is investigating a recent trend in thefts of older model Hondas and Acuras.

The recent rash of incidents has seen 30 Hondas including Civics, CRVs and Acuras older than 2006 stolen from northeast Edmonton since July 1, 2019. While this is a citywide concern, the northeast part of the city, particularly Evansdale, Belle Rive and Killarney, have been the hardest hit areas. Residences just to the south and north of the green belt that runs from 97 Street to 66 Street at approximately 162 Avenue also seem to be getting targeted more frequently.

 

“We believe the suspects are using bicycles to travel along the green belt and are then exiting into the numerous cul de sacs and roadways that link up with that pathway,” says Det. Bryan Macaulay with EPS Northeast Division. “A common tactic is for suspects to ride around in the early hours of the morning, checking door handles for unlocked vehicles and generally looking for vehicles that are easier to steal.”

 

Police are releasing home security footage of a person of interest in one of these incidents to show citizens the kind of suspicious behaviour they should look for. Citizens are asked to contact police if they observe this type of behavior or recognize the individual in the video.

 

 

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Police lay charges in fatal collision

The Edmonton Police Service has charged a 28-year-old male driver in relation to a fatal collision on 41 Avenue SW that took place earlier this year.

Piyush Sharma, 28, was issued a Promise to Appear for dangerous driving causing death and dangerous driving causing bodily harm (x2). He is expected in court on Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2019.

 

Background

At approximately 2:30 a.m., Sunday, April 14, 2019, Southwest Division officers responded to the report of a two-vehicle collision in the area of 41 Avenue SW and Highway 2.

 

It was reported to police that a 2008 Jeep Wrangler was travelling northbound on the Highway 2 off ramp at 41 Avenue SW when it reportedly failed to stop for a red light at the intersection and struck a 2009 Kia Rio that was allegedly travelling eastbound on 41 Avenue SW on a green light.

EMS responded, treated and transported the three occupants of the Kia Rio to hospital where one of the 24-year-old male passengers was pronounced deceased.  The other occupants of the Rio, a 50-year-old male driver and a second 24-year-old male passenger, suffered non-life threatening injuries. The 28-year-old male driver of the Wrangler reportedly did not sustain any injuries.

 

Alcohol and drugs were not considered factors in this collision.

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Police seek public’s assistance locating missing man

The Edmonton Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing 49-year-old male, who may require immediate medical assistance.

Shane White, 49, was last seen Saturday, Aug. 3, 2019, at approximately 2 p.m., at his group home near 71 Street and 78 Avenue.

White is a type 1 Diabetic, suffers from Schizophrenia and functions at a low level. He may be severely disoriented and in need of immediate medical attention. He is described as a Caucasian male, 5’7” tall, thin with short, dark hair, who is also visually impaired. He was last seen wearing a black sweater, blue jeans and runners.

White may have large white medical bandages on his left cheek and forehead, covering large open wounds. He also has a history of using meth.

Anyone with information regarding White’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 a tip online at www.p3tips.com/250.

 

Missing Person: Shane White, 49
In need of immediate medical attention

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Suspect in 2008 homicide arrested in B.C.

The Edmonton Police Service has arrested and charged a 44-year-old man in connection to the 2008 shooting death of Scott Ladouceur.

Ladouceur, 24 years old at that time of his death, was shot while sitting in a parked vehicle on a road just west of the Evergreen Trailer Park in northeast Edmonton on the evening of July 2, 2008.

Another male sitting in the back seat of the vehicle identified as Marlon Williams, 22 years old at that time, also sustained multiple gun-shot wounds, but survived. The female driver was able to avoid being shot, and fled the scene, driving the two males to a nearby medical centre, where Ladouceur was pronounced deceased.

Believed to be drug related, Ladouceur’s shooting death was the city’s 14^th homicide in 2008.

The primary suspect in the case, Theodore (‘Ted’) Gordon ALLARD, 44, was recently discovered residing in B.C.’s Fraser Valley, and was arrested and charged with first degree murder and attempted murder.

Allard, who was 33 years old at the time of the shooting incident, was brought back to Edmonton yesterday, Wednesday, July 31, 2019, where he remains in custody. No further information regarding the investigation is being released at this time, as the case in now before the courts.

The accused’s next court date is scheduled for Friday, Aug. 9^th.

Background:
EPS Homicide Section detectives investigated the shooting in northeast Edmonton at 9:54 p.m. on Wednesday, July 2, 2008.

It was reported to police that a female driver dropped off two men in their 20s at a north-side clinic, after they were shot while sitting in their vehicle in the area of 167 Avenue and 18 Street, just west of the Evergreen Trailer Park. The two male victims were known to police. An autopsy undertaken in July 2008 confirmed that Ladouceur died from multiple gun-shot wounds, and the manner of death was homicide.

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