Police seek assistance in identifying indecent act suspect

The Edmonton Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance to identify an elderly male in connection to a recent indecent act that occurred on an ETS bus.

It was reported to police that on Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2019, at approximately 10 a.m., a young teen female got on the Route #3 Cromdale bus at 101 Street and 107 Avenue.

Shortly thereafter, the teen noticed an older male staring at her for several minutes. The complainant then looked at the male and noticed he was exposing his genitals.

The complainant left the bus at the next stop and reported the incident to police.

Investigators encourage anyone with information regarding the identity and/or whereabouts of this individual 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: Male suspect who exposed
himself on an ETS bus Sept. 18/19

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Police charge man with sex assault against young girl

On Sept. 18, 2019, detectives with the Edmonton Police Service’s Child Protection Section charged Eyassu Tsige Genzebu, 60, with several criminal offences including sexual assault and sexual interference related to two incidents. 

Earlier in September, it was reported to EPS that an adult male attempted to lure a 13-year-old girl into his vehicle in the area of 118 Avenue and 124 Street. The male suspect was driving an older model minivan.
The girl refused to get into the van and the male eventually exited his vehicle. The girl reported that the male assaulted her by forcing her to the ground and sexually assaulting (groping) her. The girl was able to break free and run to safety. The male suspect was described as an older, black male.

The girl observed the same male suspect and vehicle eleven days later again in the same area. The male suspect again attempted to lure the girl into his vehicle. The girl recognized the male suspect from the first occurrence and was able to get away safely.

 

The EPS believes there may be other complainants or related incidents. The EPS encourages any other complainants or anyone with information related to 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.

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EPS seizes three web domains in online job scam

After becoming aware of an increase in reported employment scams involving fake job ads posted on the job sharing site Indeed.com, the EPS Cyber Crimes Unit has seized three Canadian web domains as part of an ongoing investigation.

In the typical employment scam, victims are led to believe they are applying for a real job. The hiring process appears legitimate, complete with professional-looking correspondence, including email signatures linking to websites that appear to be authentic. After being “hired,” the victims are often given a “cash advance” by the suspects, and later instructed to transfer all or part of the cash into bitcoin or another account.

Fake cheque “cash advance” sent to job seeker in employment scam

 

Letter sent to job seeker in employment scam

 

 

“In this particular scam, the suspects had copied a legitimate business’ website, replaced phones numbers with their own and were hosting these sites under .ca domains,” says Det. Phil Hawkins, with EPS Cyber Crimes Unit. “Once we became aware of this, we seized all three websites.”

 

This is the second time the Cyber Crimes Unit has seized  web domains, which not only helps encourage complainants to come forward, but also prevents future victimization.

 

“Within hours of the seized domain notice appearing, we had already received a call from someone who was in the process of being scammed,” says Det. Hawkins. “The complainant visited the website to check that the job offer he was pursuing was linked to a real company, and saw our notice there.”

 

Notice that appears on website seized by EPS Cyber Crimes

 

Cyber Crimes detectives note that employment scams are becoming increasingly common, and may take various forms. Some scams have been known to use real local companies as a front for their employment scam without the knowledge of the company.  One such scam came to light when Yardstick Technologies, a local IT company, discovered that their logo and company email address were being used in a job posting for an administrative assistant.

 

“Because the scammer was extremely aggressive and persistent, attempting to push applicants through the process as quickly as possible, many applicants felt it was out of character coming from a company like ours, and reached out to us to see if we were actually hiring for the position,”  says Nicole Hewson, Corporate Services Manager for Yardstick Technologies Inc. “Thankfully we were able to catch this scam early and report it immediately to EPS, to whom I was able to direct all potential victims.”

 

During the first half of 2019, the Edmonton Police Service received 93 reports of online employment scams totalling an overall loss of $240,925.83.

 

Online employment websites and social media platforms are aware of these scams and continually identify and remove fraudulent profiles and job postings. The EPS also works with financial institutions and job websites to maintain safe environments for users; however, it is important for job seekers to take the time to research the validity of the job offer.

 

Please see the EPS website for prevention tips and additional online employment scam details.

 

Anyone who has been a victim of this scam is encouraged to report it to police at 780-423-4567 or come into a police station. If you suspect a job posting or offer is fraudulent, but have not been a victim of the scam, please report it to the hosting website and to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501.

 

 

 

 

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Police seek public’s assistance to identify carjacking suspects

The Edmonton Police Service is releasing surveillance images of two suspects wanted in connection with an Aug. 30 carjacking in northwest Edmonton.

It was reported to police that on Aug. 30, 2019, at approximately 11:30 a.m., a woman was sitting in her vehicle parked near 121 Avenue and 103 Street, when a white sedan pulled in behind her car. 

A female exited the sedan and approached her on foot, before requesting that she call a cab for her.

As the complainant was helping the female, a male exited the same vehicle, approached her and demanded the keys to her vehicle.

It was reported that the male then forcibly stole the complainant’s black 2009 Hyundai Accent and fled the area. The complainant’s vehicle was later located in Valleyview, Alberta, by the RCMP. Police are looking for assistance in identifying these two suspects (see photos below).

Police encourage anyone with information regarding the identity and/or whereabouts of these two suspects or the white sedan suspect vehicle 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: Male and female suspects in connection to an Aug. 30^th carjacking incident in NW Edmonton.                                                                

 

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Fall commercial vehicle inspection event takes more than 40 per cent of vehicles out of service

The EPS Commercial Vehicle Inspection Detail pulled 98 commercial vehicles off the road for failing to meet various safety compliance regulations during its recent three-day fall inspection event.

From September 10-12, 2019, Edmonton Police Service officers, along with municipal and provincial partners, inspected 232 commercial vehicles, 98, or 42 per cent of which were deemed to be “out of service” for various safety issues.

 

Of the remaining 134 vehicles checked, only 72 passed inspection, with another 62 vehicles requiring additional attention. In addition, 138 charges were laid under the Traffic Safety Act to non-commercial traffic passing through the area during the inspections.

 

“During this fall inspection event, tire concerns and unsecured loads were the most common safety issues we saw,” says Sgt. Kerry Bates with the EPS Traffic Section. “It’s critical that drivers do regular vehicle checks and maintenance, and ensure they’re aware of the proper procedures for securing loads.”

 

“Overall, the goal of this yearly enforcement operation is to ensure that commercial vehicles and the loads they carry are safe on Edmonton roads.”

 

For tips on securing cargo, visit Alberta Transportation.

 

For more information on commercial vehicle inspections and the EPS Commercial Vehicle Inspection Detail visit https://www.edmontonpolice.ca/trafficvehicles/trafficsafety/commercialvehicles

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Investigators remove another $370K of drugs, firearms, from city streets

The EPS Targeted Offender Section has arrested and charged four individuals with multiple drug and firearm offences in relation to a recent drug trafficking investigation.

The four suspects, who were released into the community with bail conditions related to previous charges, were being monitored by TOS investigators. Following their recent release, TOS observed activity consistent with drug trafficking.

On Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2019, investigators executed a search warrant issued under the Controlled Drug and Substances Act (CDSA) at two residences in west Edmonton.

During their search TOS investigators discovered 2.4 kg of methamphetamine worth approximately $240,000 at street level, 960 grams of cocaine worth an estimated $96,000 at street level, 377 fentanyl pills worth an estimated $7,540 and $26, 347 in cash, totalling an estimated $370,000 in illegal drugs.

Investigators also located a handgun with magazine and ammunition in a hidden compartment in a car parked nearby.

Michael Fadel, 34, is charged with multiple offences including:
Possession for the purpose of trafficking (x8)
Breach of recognizance (x 4)
Breach of firearm prohibition
Firearm offences (x 9)
Proceeds of Crime (x 2)

Talysja Boucher, 29 is charged with:
Possession for the purpose of trafficking (x8)
Breach of recognizance (x 8)
Firearm offences (x 8)
Proceeds of crime (x 2)

Chanelda Bell, 38 is charged with:
Possession for the purpose of trafficking (x3)
Firearm offence

Matthew Germsheid, 42, is charged with:
Possession for the purpose of trafficking (x3)
Firearm offence

The mandate of the EPS Targeted Offenders Section (TOS) is to manage offenders on release, enforce judicial conditions and execute criminal warrants.

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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 65-year-old man.

Howard Wraight, 65, was last seen at approximately 3 p.m. today, Thursday, Sept. 12, 2019, at a Petro-Canada gas station near 123 Street and 111 Avenue.

Wraight is described as a Caucasian male, 140 pounds, with grey hair and beard. He was last seen wearing a beige dress shirt, blue pants and a maroon-coloured jacket. He was also believed to be wearing a blue toque and blue and white Nike shoes. He also uses tinted prescription glasses.

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

 

Anyone with information regarding Howard Wraight’s 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 man: Howard Wraight, 65

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Investigators release images of person of interest in connection to river valley indecent act series

The Edmonton Police Service Sexual Assault Section is releasing photos of a person of interest in connection with a series of indecent acts that have occurred over the last several months.

A total of 14 incidents have now been reported to police dating back to mid-July with the two most recent incidents occurring yesterday, Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2019, in southwest Edmonton parks.

It was reported to police that at approximately 4:40 p.m. Tuesday afternoon, a male suspect approached an adult female complainant who was enjoying a walk in Buena Vista Park.

The male accosted the female, before exposing himself. The female complainant was able to push the suspect away, at which time the suspect fled the immediate area on foot.

In the second incident, police responded to Emily Murphy Park, after receiving information that a male suspect had attempted to grope a female complainant at approximately 5:30 p.m. Tuesday evening, while she was out for a run. The male suspect also exposed himself to the woman, before fleeing the area on foot.

The two complainants described the male suspect as being 5'6" or 5'7" tall, with dark skin and short, dark hair. The suspect also had dark facial hair or beard “stubble”, and is believed to be between 30 and 40 years of age.

Investigators would like to speak to the person of interest seen in the accompanying photos. Anyone with information about this individual is encouraged to contact 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.

 

Police have increased patrols throughout the area, in an effort to identify a suspect.

Background:
The incidents, which commenced in mid-July, involve a male masturbating in the river valley area below Saskatchewan Drive on the trail system near the Kinsmen Sports Centre.

Incidents have occurred on both sides of the North Saskatchewan River, between the Dudley B Menzies Bridge and 105 Street and on the commuter platform at the Grandin LRT Station. The suspect’s behaviour has recently escalated to include following some of the female complainants, before exposing himself and attempting to grab and/or groping them. 

   


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Police seek information after Skip the Dishes driver assaulted and robbed

Northwest Division officers are investigating an assault and robbery, following an incident involving a Skip the Dishes driver.

On Friday, Aug. 30, 2019, Northwest Division officers responded to the report of an assault just after 4 a.m., in the area of 163 Avenue and 100 Street. Upon arrival, officers located a 50-year-old Skip the Dishes driver who was allegedly stabbed and robbed of the food he was delivering to an apartment building.

Investigators believe three male suspects approached the driver and demanded his personal belongings, as well as the food he was delivering. A struggle allegedly ensued between the suspects and the 50-year-old driver, at which time the driver was allegedly stabbed and robbed. The man was treated and transported to hospital with serious, but non-life-threatening injuries. The suspects are believed to have fled the area in an unknown vehicle.

Investigators are looking to speak with any witnesses or motorists who may have been in the area of 163 Avenue and 100 Street and noted any suspicious activity in the early morning hours of Aug. 30, 2019.

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Close to $810,000 of illegal drugs, firearms seized from two different investigations

Former teacher charged with sexual assault

Detectives of the Edmonton Police Service’s Sexual Assault Section have charged 29-year-old Robert Liam McGee, a former teacher of Londonderry Junior High School, with sexual assault.

In June of this year, the EPS received a complaint that McGee provided alcohol to a minor and later sexually assaulted her.

On Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2019, Robert Liam McGee, 29, was charged with sexual assault in relation to this incident.

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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 36-year-old man.

Adam Lingstadt, 36, was last seen at a McDonald’s restaurant in the area of 67 Avenue and 177 Street on July 1, 2019, at approximately 11 p.m.

 

Lingstadt is described as a 5’10” tall and weighs approximately 150 lbs. He has blue eyes, short dark hair and was last seen wearing a green striped shirt, black pants and red runners. Lingstadt also has several notable tattoos including a gorilla head on his right upper back, a rose on his right shoulder and a skull with octopus tentacles on his right shoulder/arm. Photos of Lingstadt are included below.

Missing: Adam Lingstadt, 36

Lingstadt’s disappearance is considered to be out of character, and as a result, there are concerns for his well-being. There are, however, no indications of foul play at this time. 

Anyone who has information about Lingstadt’s disappearance 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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Sexual Assault Section investigating series of indecent acts in river valley

The Edmonton Police Service Sexual Assault Section is investigating a series of 11 indecent acts that have occurred in and around the city’s river valley over the last several weeks.

The incidents, which occurred between mid-July and most recently on Tuesday, Sept. 2, involve a male masturbating in the river valley area below Saskatchewan Drive on the trail system near the Kinsmen Sports Centre.

Incidents have occurred on both sides of the North Saskatchewan River, between the Dudley B Menzies Bridge and 105 Street. The suspect’s behaviour has recently escalated to include following some of the female complainants, before exposing himself and attempting to grab and/or groping them. Most of the incidents have occurred between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m.

The suspect is described as a tanned or dark-skinned male, between 5’4” and 5’9” tall and 30 to 40 years of age. He has a slim build, short or shaved dark hair and facial hair or beard stubble. Police have stepped up patrols throughout the area.

Investigators are cautioning women who frequent that area or use the trail system to carry a cell phone or communication device with them, travel together with others, when possible, and inform family and/or friends of your plans and timelines for return.

Anyone who may have information about these incidents or a potential suspect is encouraged to contact 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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Cannabis seized, businesses fined for selling without a licence

Several non-licensed retail shops are facing fines related to the sale of illegal cannabis products.

At the beginning of 2019, the Edmonton Police Service received information that led to an investigation into several businesses selling cannabis products without the required municipal and provincial licences.

From August 3 to 10, 2019, the City of Edmonton and Edmonton Police Service conducted a joint operation. As a result of this investigation, on August 21, 2019, the Edmonton Police Service seized approximately $1,500 in cannabis products that were being sold illegally from three separate businesses, and eight businesses were fined $48,000 for business licence and zoning bylaw offences by City of Edmonton municipal enforcement officers.

 

“A legal market is a safer market, and the EPS will continue to crack down on the illegal market,” says Cst. Dexx Williams, EPS Cannabis Liaison. “With edibles coming soon, we want to remind all workers in the cannabis industry that if you’re selling any cannabis products without a licence, including those that contain CBD, businesses can be fined up to $50,000, and individual workers can face a fine of up to $10,000.”

 

To find licensed cannabis retailers, citizens should visit https://aglc.ca/cannabis/retail-cannabis/cannabis-licensee-search. Police have also noticed an increase in the availability of illicit cannabis being sold online. To purchase cannabis legally online, visit albertacannabis.org. 

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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 40-year-old missing man. Cory Dawson Joudrey, 40, was last seen in the Capilano area on Sunday, June 30, 2019. He is described as a Caucasian male, 6’6" tall, weighing approximately 340 lbs. Joudrey has brown hair and brown eyes and was last seen wearing a blue long-sleeved shirt, blue jeans and black sneakers with white laces (see below photo).

Joudrey’s disappearance is considered to be out of character as he has not been in contact with his family and friends, and as such, there are concerns for his well-being.

            
Missing Person: Cory Dawson Joudrey, 40

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Missing youth located

The 14-year-old female youth who was reported missing on Friday, Aug. 30, 2019, has been located.

Kilie Saddleback, 14, was located safe in Wetaskiwin on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2019, by the Wetaskiwin RCMP.

 

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

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Police continue to seek driver information following serious hit-and-run collision

The EPS Major Collision Investigations Section continues to seek information regarding the identity of a driver involved in an early morning hit-and-run collision on Friday of last week.

At approximately 5:50 a.m. on, Friday, Aug. 30, 2019, Downtown Division officers responded to the report of a hit-and-run 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 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.

 

Investigators believe the vehicle involved was a newer model black Ford Escape SUV and are releasing a photo of the vehicle in hopes of identifying the driver.

 

 

 

Ford Escape allegedly involved in hit-and-run

 

Officers also wish to speak with the driver of a white four door sedan that was reportedly travelling westbound on Jasper Avenue at the time and stopped for the pedestrian just prior to the collision. Investigators believe the driver of this sedan may have information that is valuable to the investigation and are asking them to contact the EPS as soon as possible.

 

Anyone with information about the driver, vehicle or collision 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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Traffic Section investigating fatal pedestrian collision

The EPS is investigating a fatal collision involving a pedestrian and a train that occurred earlier this morning in south Edmonton.

At approximately 3:45 a.m. today, Sunday, Sept. 1, 2019, Southeast Division officers responded to the report of a collision in the area of 34 Avenue and Gateway Boulevard. It was reported to police that a male pedestrian was walking southbound along the railway tracks just north of 34 Avenue when he was struck by a southbound freight train.

 

EMS responded and treated the pedestrian; however, the 19-year-old male succumbed to his injuries at the scene.

 

Officers with the EPS Major Collision Investigations Section continue to work with Canadian Pacific Railway investigators to investigate this collision. At this time, charges are not expected.

 

There is no additional information available at this time.

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