Police looking for witnesses, video footage related to serious injury collision

The Edmonton Police Service is hoping to speak with witnesses and collect video footage in relation to a serious injury collision that took place early this morning in west Edmonton.

It was reported to police that at approximately 4:17 a.m. this morning, Friday, July 31, 2020, a truck struck a pedestrian in the area of 157 Street and 99 Avenue. The truck then reportedly fled the scene westbound on 99 Avenue.

EMS responded, treated and transported a 39-year-old male pedestrian to hospital with serious, life-threatening injuries where he remains.

The EPS Major Collision Investigations Section continues to investigate the collision and is looking to speak with anyone who was in the area after 4:17 a.m., including homeowners or drivers who may have captured footage of a truck on their security or dash cameras.

Anyone with information or video footage related to the collision is asked to contact the EPS complaint line at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile device. 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 complete in southeast suspicious death

On Wednesday, July 29, 2020, the Edmonton Medical Examiner completed an autopsy on a male who died in southeast Edmonton on Sunday, July 26, 2020. 

The deceased has been identified as Gabriel Sunshine, 34. The cause and manner of death remain undetermined at this time.

A person of interest is no longer in custody. Homicide Section continues to investigate.

Investigators are interested in speaking with anyone who was in the immediate area at the time and may have information that would assist this investigation. Witnesses can 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.

Background

At approximately 7:21 p.m., Sunday, July 26, 2020, Southeast Division officers were called to the report of disturbance at a residence in the area of 16 Avenue and 42 Street. Upon arrival, officers found a male believed to be in his 30s suffering from life-threatening injuries.

EMS responded and treated the injured male; however, he succumbed to his injuries on scene.

A person of interest was taken into custody at the time.

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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 67-year-old missing man.

Brian Fletmate, 67, was last seen at a family residence on Hyndman Road in northeast Edmonton, at approximately 10 p.m. last evening, Thursday, July 30, 2020. His family reported his disappearance to police today, Friday morning. Fletmate has no money and no means of transportation. He is known to frequent the walking trails in the Hermitage area.

He is described as 5’10” tall, 170 pounds with grey hair, mustache and long beard. He has various skull and dragon tattoos on his arms. Investigators do not believe foul play is involved, though Fletmate’s disappearance is out of character, and thus his family is concerned for his well-being.

Anyone with any information about Mr. Fletmate’s whereabouts is asked to contact the EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone. Anonymous information can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.p3tips.com/250.

Missing Person: Brian Fletmate, 67

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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; Gordon Adams is a convicted sexual offender, and the Edmonton Police Service has reasonable grounds to believe he will commit another sexual offence against someone while in the community.

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

Adams’ risk of offending behavior increases significantly if under the influence of intoxicants, especially cannabis.

He has threatened the use of a weapon during the commission of his offences.  Adams has a history of surveilling homes that belong to unknown women, including children under 16 years, breaking and entering the houses to steal female undergarments, and watching the sleeping victim, which has escalated to touching and sexually assaulting the victim.  Adams also has a history of voyeurism and exhibitionism perpetrated against young women.

Gordon William Adams, 38

Height: 5’9”

Weight: 140 lbs

Eyes: Brown

Hair: Brown

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

• He must live at a residence approved by the Provincial Court or his supervisor and must not change that address until he has received written approval from his supervisor.
• He must abide by a curfew of 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. daily unless a varied time is approved in writing by his supervisor.
• He will not have any guests at his residence during his hours of curfew unless they have been identified and approved by his supervisor.
• 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 must not have or allow any other person to have alcohol or cannabis products at his place of residence.
• He must not possess any drug paraphernalia such as crack or marijuana pipes, self-made pipes of any kind, e-cigarettes, bongs, water pipes, cigarette papers, rolling papers, or syringes.
• He must not be in any licensed premise other than a dining room for the sole purpose of have a meal.
• He must not attend at any liquor store or cannabis dispensary.
• He must not travel out of the City of Edmonton without written approval of his supervisor or the Provincial Court of Alberta.
• He must immediately report to his supervisor or designate any motor vehicle he may acquire or have access to including the year, make, model, VIN and license plate number.
• 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 purchase or possess any children's or women's undergarments.
• He must not purchase, acquire, possess, produce or access pornography or sexually explicit material in any form or type of media.
• He must not possess or view any images of children whether in stages of undress or not, whether on paper, video, audiotape, cellular phone, computer disc, hard drive, or any other electronic media.
• He must not be in the presence of any children under the age of 18 unless accompanied by a responsible adult who knows his criminal history and has previously been approved in writing by his supervisor.
• He must not be in or within 100 meters of the perimeter of places where children under the age of 18 years are likely to congregate, such as elementary and secondary schools, daycare centres, parks, swimming pools, wading pools, splash parks, recreational centres, youth shelters, or public libraries unless accompanied by an adult previously approved in writing by his supervisor.
• He must not enter into a dating, intimate, or sexual relationship with any female or any friendship with a female until her identity has been disclosed to his supervisor or designate and she has been informed of his previous offending by his supervisor or designate.
  
  

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

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 seek public’s assistance locating missing woman

The Edmonton Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a 36-year-old missing woman.

Amy Jody Gadwa, 36, was last seen near 101 Street and Jasper Avenue at the Central LRT Station on Tuesday, June 23, 2020.  She was subsequently reported missing to police on July 21, 2020. Amy is also known to frequent the downtown core and is believed to be of no fixed address.

Gadwa’s disappearance is believed to out of character.

She can be described as being 5’5” tall, 155 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes. She also has a tattoo of a rose with a stem and cursive writing on one of her arms.

Anyone with any information about Gadwa’s whereabouts is asked to contact the EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone. Anonymous information can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.p3tips.com/250.

  
Missing Person: Amy Jody Gadwa, 36

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Autopsy complete in west Edmonton death

An autopsy has been completed on 31-year-old Abdikhadar Aden who died after being found with life-threatening injuries in a west Edmonton motel suite last week.

The Edmonton Medical Examiner completed an autopsy on Aden yesterday morning, Tuesday, July 28, 2020. The manner of death has been confirmed to be homicide. The cause of death is being withheld at this time for investigative reasons.

Homicide Section continues to investigate.

Anyone with information about this homicide or the altercation prior to police attendance 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.

Background

At approximately 7:35 a.m. on Wednesday, July 22, 2020, West Division patrol officers responded to the report of an injured male at motel in the area of 153 Street and 111 Avenue. Upon arrival officers located a male inside a suite suffering from life-threatening injuries.

Abdikhadar Aden, 31, was treated and transported to hospital by EMS where he succumbed to his injuries on, Saturday, July 25, 2020.

The investigation confirmed that Aden was involved in an altercation at this location prior to police attendance.

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Police seek public's assistance identifying driver in hit-and-run collision

The Edmonton Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance identifying a driver involved in a hit-and-run collision last month.

It was reported to police that on Tuesday, June 30, 2020, at approximately 10:50 p.m. a dark coloured Dodge Ram struck the front driver side of a parked Toyota Camry as it was backing out of a parking stall at a shopping complex in the area of 139 Avenue and Victoria Trail. The truck then fled the scene. Damage to the Camry is estimated in excess of $5,000.

The alleged driver of the vehicle is described as white male with a shaved head who was wearing a blue shirt with a black sweater.

Assist to ID suspect

The truck is described as a 2009-2018 dark coloured Dodge Ram truck.  A video of the collision is included below.

Anyone who has information about this collision or the driver of the vehicle is asked to contact the EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone. Anonymous information can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.p3tips.com/250.

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Police seek public’s assistance locating missing woman

The Edmonton Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a 34-year-old missing woman.

Michelle Marie Rice, 34, was last seen leaving a residence in the area of 106 Avenue and 114 Street on Monday, July 20, 2020, and was subsequently reported missing by her family.        

Rice stands 5’6” tall, weighs approximately 119 pounds and has dark brown hair and brown eyes.

Police and Rice’s family are concerned for her well-being. There are no indications to suggest foul play is involved. There are no indications to suggest foul play is involved.

Anyone with any information about Rice’s whereabouts is asked to contact the EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone. Anonymous information can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.p3tips.com/250.

   

  Missing Person: Michelle Rice, 34


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Project TENSOR putting the brakes on speeding and noise issues

More than 1,200 tickets and Notices to Repair warnings have been handed out to Edmonton motorists over the last three months, since EPS and its partners launched Project TENSOR.

Beginning the week of May 22, 2020, EPS members, the City of Edmonton’s Traffic Safety Section and Peace Officers commenced Project TENSOR, Traffic Enforcement Noise/Speed Offence Reduction. The initiative is attempting to put the brakes on the rise of noise, speed and other traffic offences occurring across the city, following an influx of complaints from the public.

“This project was necessitated as a result of complaints from the public, and what our officers were seeing on the roads during the initial stages of the pandemic,” explained Sgt. Kerry Bates, of the EPS Traffic Safety Section.

“The response we’re getting from the general public has, in large part, been very supportive. Frankly, I don’t blame them for their frustrations. They’ve had enough, and we’re doing our best to address these traffic issues for them.”

EPS members and City of Edmonton Peace Officers have held eight Project TENSOR operations between May 22 and July 10 issuing the following number of charges and notices to repair:

Noise Related Charges:

City Bylaw 14600 – 68 (motorcycles)

TSA (Vehicle Equipment Regulation) – 64 (modified exhausts)

Notice of Direction (repair & report back to police) – 180

Other charges:

Speeding: 380

Other Equipment: 303 (including Seatbelts, tinted windows)

Other Hazardous: 131 (U-turns, improper motorcycle helmets)

Other Non-Hazardous: 131

Between May 22 and the month of September, Project TENSOR is focusing its resources on “hot spots” and other areas across the city including:

• 97 Avenue from James McDonald Bridge to 109 Street (Legislature Tunnel)
• 109 Street from 97 Avenue north to Jasper Avenue
• Jasper Avenue from 95 Street up to 116 Street
• Whyte Avenue, from 99 Street to 109 Street
• Groat Road
• River Valley Road from Groat Road to 105 Street
• 105 Street from River Valley Road to 100 Avenue
• The High Level Bridge
  
  

Project TENSOR will target most traffic offences including, but not limited to:

• Speeding
• Noise Related Offences
• Stunting
• Helmet Violations
• General Equipment Violations
• Occupant Restraints
• Other Hazardous Moving Violations
• Suspended Drivers
• Document Offences and
• Criminal Code Offences (including file numbers)
  
  

Members of the public can submit traffic and noise complaints by email to the Edmonton Police Service at: TrafficComplaints@edmontonpolice.ca

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Missing 10-year-old located

The 10-year-old female who was reported missing earlier today, Monday, July 27, 2020, has been located safe and unharmed.

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

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Police seek public's assistance locating missing 10-year-old

The Edmonton Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a 10-year-old female.

Liela Veniza, 10, was last seen by family at her residence at approximately 12:30 p.m. this afternoon, Monday, July 27, 2020, in the area of 122 Avenue & 54 Street.

Veniza is described as a white female who is 4’0” tall and weighs approximately 65 lbs. She has light brown hair and brown eyes. Veniza was last seen wearing a blue shirt and black leggings that say “DANCE” down the side in bright colourful letters. She may also be carrying a dark purple children’s backpack and riding a blue “Frozen” themed children’s bicycle.

Missing: Liela Veniza, 10

Veniza has medical conditions that require regular medication and because she is a youth, there are concerns for her well-being. There are no indications to suggest foul play at this time.

Anyone with information regarding Veniza’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.

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Police investigating suspicious death in southeast Edmonton

The Edmonton Police Service is investigating the suspicious death of a male that occurred in southeast Edmonton yesterday evening.

At approximately 7:21 p.m. yesterday, Sunday, July 26, 2020, Southeast Division officers were called to the report of disturbance at a residence in the area of 16 Avenue and 42 Street. Upon arrival, officers found a male believed to be in his 30s suffering from life-threatening injuries.

EMS responded and treated the injured male; however, he succumbed to his injuries on scene.

A person of interest has been taken into custody and Homicide Section has since taken over the investigation. An autopsy has yet to be scheduled.

There is no additional information available for release at this time.

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Homicide Section investigating death of male

The EPS Homicide Section is investigating the death of a male following a west Edmonton assault earlier this week.

At approximately 7:35 a.m. on Wednesday, July 22, 2020, West Division patrol officers responded to the report of an injured male at a motel in the area of 153 Street and 111 Avenue. Upon arrival officers located a male inside a suite suffering from life-threatening injuries.

Abdikhadar Aden, 31, was treated and transported to hospital by EMS where he succumbed to his injuries earlier today, Saturday, July 25, 2020. An autopsy has been scheduled for 9 a.m., Tuesday, July 28, 2020.

The investigation has confirmed that Aden was involved in an altercation at this location prior to police attendance. Anyone with information about this altercation can contact the EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone. Anonymous information can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.p3tips.com/250.

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Police looking for witnesses, dash cam footage of Yellowhead Trail collisions

The Edmonton Police Service is hoping to speak with witnesses and collect dash cam footage in relation to two collisions that took place on Yellowhead Trail yesterday.

At approximately 5 p.m. yesterday evening, Thursday, July 23, 2020, Northeast Division officers responded to the report of a multi-vehicle collision in the area of Yellowhead Trail between 50 Street and Victoria Trail.  It was reported to police that a red Ford F150 truck was travelling eastbound on Yellowhead Trail when it struck the rear of a silver Mazda CX-5 SUV, which then subsequently struck the rear of a semi-tractor trailer. The truck and the SUV then reportedly left the roadway, drove into a median under construction and flipped, landing on their sides. All three vehicles were reported to be travelling eastbound on Yellowhead Trail in the same lane.

EMS responded, treated and transported the 23-year-old male driver of the truck and the 57-year-old female driver of the SUV to hospital with minor injuries. The 59-year-old male driver of the semi was not injured.

Following the investigation, officers learned that prior to the multi-vehicle collision the Ford F150 was also reportedly involved in a hit-and-run collision with a purple Chevrolet Equinox in the area of Yellowhead Trail eastbound and 66 Street. The 19-year-old male driver of the Equinox was also treated for minor injuries and transported to hospital by EMS.

The EPS Major Collision Investigations Section continues to investigate the collisions and is looking to speak with anyone who was in the area at the time, including other drivers travelling eastbound or westbound on Yellowhead Trail who may have dash cam footage of the events.

Anyone with information or dash cam footage of either collision is asked to contact the EPS complaint line at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile device. 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 complete in July 17 suspicious death

On Wednesday, Jul. 22, 2020, the Edmonton Medical Examiner completed an autopsy on the deceased male who was found in southwest Edmonton on Jul. 17, 2020.  

The deceased has been identified as Wael Osman, 19. The manner of death has been confirmed to be homicide, and the cause of death was a gunshot wound.

Anyone with information about this homicide 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.

Background

Southwest Division patrol officers responded to an assault call at approximately 2:20 a.m. on Friday, July 17, 2020, at a social gathering being held at a rural residence near 184 Street and 8 Avenue SW.

Upon arrival, EPS members discovered a deceased male. Homicide Section took charge of the investigation.

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EPS officer and three Community Peace Officers charged with assault

An EPS officer and three Community Peace Officers (CPO) were charged on July 20-22, 2020, in relation to a May 2018 incident.

Const. Darren Cave, an 18-year member with the EPS, as well as CPO Matthew Cromar and former CPOs David Marshall and Ryan Boyden are each charged with one count of assault pursuant to Sec. 266 of the Criminal Code of Canada.

The charges stem from a May 26, 2018 incident, while the complainant was a prisoner in EPS Detainee Management Unit. EPS Professional Standards Branch was unable to make contact with the complainant until February 7, 2020, which contributed to the investigative timeline.

On June 19, 2020, following an in-depth investigation by the EPS Professional Standards Branch, Alberta Crown Prosecution Services recommended criminal charges be laid against all four individuals.

Const. Cave remains on active duty, and has been moved to an administrative role while the charges are before the courts. CPO Cromar remains employed by EPS; however, is no longer in Detainee Management Unit. Marshall and Boyden are no longer with the EPS.

As the matter is currently before the courts, the EPS is not able to provide further comment or information about the incident or investigation.

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Six charges laid in May fatal collision

Police have laid six charges against the driver of a Ford F-150 truck that collided head-on with a Dodge Caravan on a one-way road, resulting in the death of a 75-year-old man.

On Jul. 21, 2020, Ebraheem Jomha, 39 was charged with one count each of: impaired driving causing death, impaired driving over 80 mg% causing death, impaired driving causing bodily harm, impaired driving over 80 mg% causing bodily harm, dangerous driving causing death and dangerous driving causing bodily harm.

Jomha was released on an Appearance Notice and is scheduled to attend court on Aug. 21, 2020.

Background

At approximately 6:18 p.m. on May 27, 2020, police were called to 100 Avenue at 167 Street on the report of a head-on collision. It was reported that a 2018 Ford F150 was travelling westbound on the eastbound-only section of 100 Avenue near 167 Street when it collided with a 2017 Dodge Caravan travelling eastbound.

The 75-year-old male driver of the Caravan was pronounced deceased on scene. A 69-year-old female, 32-year-old male and 3-year-old boy who were also in the Caravan were transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The driver of the F-150 was transported to hospital in serious but stable condition.

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Health-care aide arrested in connection to elder abuse investigations

The Edmonton Police Service’s Senior Protection Unit has laid fraud charges against a 53-year-old health-care aide in connection with two cases of alleged elder abuse.

In December 2018, a 75-year-old male contacted EPS to report an alleged fraud of close to $160,000, at the hands of his health-care aide. EPS Senior Protection Unit detectives subsequently launched an investigation into the allegations made against the complainant’s health-care aide. 

During the investigation, EPS detectives identified a second elderly complainant that the accused is alleged to have financially exploited.  In May 2016, the suspect provided care for an 86-year-old woman, whom she maintained contact with until June 2019.  During this time, the accused allegedly defrauded the complainant of approximately $400,000.00.

Sofia Sharin Hafiz, 53, of Edmonton, has since been arrested and charged with two counts of fraud over $5,000. Investigators are also encouraging other seniors that may have had similar experiences with the accused, Sofia Sharon Hafiz, to contact 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.

Seniors subjected to elder abuse or their advocates with knowledge of incidents of elder abuse can also contact the Senior’s Abuse Helpline 780-454-8888 or the Elder/Senior Citizen Abuse Support at 780-477-2929.

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Accused in stabbing facing several charges

Public information and warning: Sexual offender released

In the interest of public safety, the Edmonton Police Service is issuing the following warning; Curtis Poburan, 51 is a convicted sexual offender and the Edmonton Police Service believes he poses a significant risk of harm to the community, particularly against someone under the age of 16 and, as such, believe there is a duty to warn the public.

Poburan is residing in the Edmonton area and was recently released on bail after being arrested on two new charges under section 264(1) of the Criminal Code of Canada, for allegedly approaching two unknown boys in a park, harassing them and causing them to reasonably fear for their safety. Poburan will be supervised by a bail officer while on release in the community.

Poburan is a diagnosed pedophile with a history of sexual offences against male children and attempting to lure them from parks and public areas.

Curtis Allan Poburan, 51

Height: 5’11”

Weight: 166 lbs.

Eyes: Hazel

Hair: Brown

Poburan has been released with a number of court-ordered conditions:

-   He must reside at an approved residence and not change that residence without the prior written permission of his supervisor

-       He must not attend at a public park or public swimming area where persons under the age of 16 years are present or can reasonably be expected to be present, or a daycare centre, schoolground, or community centre

-   He must not seek, obtain or continue with any employment or volunteer activity that involves being in a position of trust or authority towards persons under the age of 16 years

-   He must not have any contact including communicating by any means with a person who is under the age of 16 years, unless under the supervision of a person whom the court considers appropriate or under the written permission of his supervisor 

Anyone with any information about any potential breaches of these conditions by Poburan can contact the EPS at 780-423-4567.

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

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

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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Autopsy complete in Gladue's death; police seek tips

The Edmonton Medical Examiner completed an autopsy on 36-year-old Matthew Jordan Gladue this morning, Friday, Jul. 17, 2020. The cause of death has been confirmed to be homicide. The manner of death is being withheld at this time for investigative reasons.

“The investigation to this point has revealed that Gladue was involved in a violent altercation prior to his arrival at the scene where he was found by police,” says Acting Staff Sgt. Jared Buhler of the Homicide Section. “Where this altercation occurred, and how he got to the scene, are details investigators continue to seek.”

Police are looking to speak with anyone who may be aware of a violent altercation or disturbance that occurred between 6 and 7 p.m. on Monday, Jul. 13, 2020.

Anyone with information about the death of Matthew Jordan Gladue 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.

Background

Just before 7 p.m. on Monday, July 13, 2020, police responded to the report of an injured male in an alley between 103 and 104 Street, just north of 112 Avenue. Upon arrival, officers located Gladue with life-threatening injuries. EMS treated and transported Gladue to hospital, where he was pronounced deceased.

Investigators released Gladue’s name in advance of the autopsy to obtain more information on his last known whereabouts and associations.

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Police investigating suspicious death overnight in southwest Edmonton

The Edmonton Police Service is investigating a suspicious death that occurred overnight at a southwest Edmonton residence.

Southwest Division patrol officers responded to an assault call at approximately 2:20 a.m. today, Friday, July 17, 2020, at a social gathering being held at a rural residence near 184 Street and 8 Avenue SW.

Upon arrival, EPS members discovered a deceased male. Homicide Section has since taken over the investigation.

The Edmonton Medical Examiner is scheduled to conduct an autopsy early next week. 

Additional information will be released when it becomes available.

Anyone with any information in relation to this suspicious death is asked to contact the EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone. Anonymous information can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.p3tips.com/250.

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Assist to locate: Suspect wanted on several warrants, including assault with a weapon

The Edmonton Police Service is seeking information on the whereabouts of 19-year-old Dawson Steinhauer who is wanted in connection to a shooting on Thursday, July 16, 2020. 

On Thursday, July 16, 2020, at approximately 4:30 a.m., an altercation took place in an alley in the area of 131 Street and Stony Plain Road. It was reported that during the altercation, Steinhauer allegedly discharged a rifle towards a group of people all known to him.

Steinhauer is wanted on warrants for assault, assault with a weapon, pointing a firearm, possession of unauthorized firearm, discharge firearm with intent, careless use of firearm, unauthorized possession in a motor vehicle, possession contrary to order, driving while prohibited, uttering threats, breach of probation order, and breach of conditions.

Steinhauer is 6’1” tall and approximately 197 lbs. with brown eyes and hair, and a scar on his left forearm. He was last seen driving a blue SUV, possibly a Ford, east on Stony Plain Road in the area of 131 Street.

Investigators believe Steinhauer may be in the Edmonton, Saddle Lake or Enoch areas and are releasing his photo in an attempt to locate him.

Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts is advised not to approach him and immediately call 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 complete in woman’s death; incident treated as murder-suicide

An autopsy has been completed on 39-year-old Teresa Dejesus Esquivel-Robles, who was found deceased inside a residence last weekend. At approximately 5 a.m., on Saturday, July 11, 2020, police attended a residence in the area of Mullen Road and Mullen Place after Esquivel-Robles was located deceased. The EPS issued a news release later in the day, seeking the public’s assistance in locating a vehicle of interest believed to be associated with her death. 

Later that night (July 11, 2020), Sicamous RCMP located the vehicle of interest, a white 2019 Toyota Tacoma, sought by the EPS. The suspect and operator of the vehicle, later identified as 39-year-old Luis Antonio Candela-Gonzalez, was located deceased a short distance away.

An autopsy took place on Esquivel-Robles yesterday, Tuesday, July 14, 2020, and it was determined she died as a result of stab wounds. The manner of death is deemed homicide.  

The Coroners Service of British Columbia continues to investigate the death of Candela-Gonzalez to determine how, where, when and by what means he came to his death. That said, the Sicamous RCMP do not believe any criminality was involved in Candela-Gonzalez’s sudden death.

No charges will be laid in this investigation and police are not seeking any additional suspects. 

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Police investigating fatal collision

The Edmonton Police Service is investigating a fatal collision that occurred on the Walterdale Bridge last night.

On Tuesday, July 14, 2020 at approximately 8 p.m., a marked EPS vehicle attempted a downtown-area traffic stop on a Honda Accord, which entered into a criminal flight. Officers were directed to terminate the pursuit.

Shortly after, the Honda was involved in a collision with an unrelated second vehicle on the Walterdale bridge. Bystanders pulled the 33-year-old male driver and a 29-year-old male passenger from the Honda. The driver died on scene, while the passenger was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The 21-year-old male driver of the second vehicle was transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

The Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) will also be investigating this event, and as such, the EPS will not be providing further comment.

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EPS investigating two-vehicle collision and pedestrian fatality on 95 Street

The Edmonton Police is investigating a two-vehicle collision and subsequent pedestrian fatal that occurred this morning in the intersection at 95 Street and 103A Avenue.

Downtown Division patrol officers responded to the collision call at approximately 10:40 a.m. today, Wednesday, July 15, 2020. Upon arrival, members found a 24-year-old deceased male lying near the sidewalk on the northwest corner.

Although the investigation remains preliminary at this time, it was reported to police that a Ford Explorer travelling westbound on 103A Avenue drove through a red light, before colliding with an ETS DATS bus that was northbound on 95 Street.

The Explorer subsequently travelled onto the northwest sidewalk colliding with an EPCOR electrical box, before striking and killing a 24-year-old male pedestrian.

The 48-year-old male DATS bus driver was taken to hospital with serious, non-life-threatening injuries. There were no passengers on the bus, at the time of the collision. The 30-year-old female driver of the Ford Explorer was also taken to hospital with serious, non-life-threatening injuries.

Police continue to search for the male passenger (believed to be in his 30s) of the Ford Explorer, who fled the collision scene on foot. He was last seen running near 97 Street and 106A Avenue.

Charges are pending against the driver of the Ford Explorer; not the passenger.

Anyone who may have witnessed this collision is asked to contact the EPS complaint line at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile device. 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 (EPS) is issuing the following warning; Laverne Waskahat, 43 is a convicted sexual offender and the Edmonton Police Service has reasonable grounds to believe Waskahat is of significant harm to the community and is a risk of committing a sexual offence against a child under the age of 16, therefore, there is a duty to warn the public.

Waskahat, who was recently released after serving a sentence for breaching a court order, will be residing in the Edmonton area.  Waskahat has been ordered to abide by a probation order for two years in the community as part of the release and will be supervised by a Probation Officer. 

Waskahat has a history of possessing, making and publishing child pornography involving male and female infants under 3 years of age. Waskahat  is a risk to children when caring for them (i.e. while babysitting) and has also been known to take voyeuristic photos of infants in public.  The EPS believes Waskahat may try to associate with someone who has young kids in order to groom them for offending behavior.  Waskahat has also been known to frequent female public bathrooms (e.g. in shopping malls) in order to carry out voyeuristic offending behavior.

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

·      To keep the peace and be of good behavior; 
·       Report to the Probation Officer as directed; 
·  Attend for such assessment, treatment or counselling that the supervisor considers appropriate; 
·     Reside at a residence approved by their supervisor and not to change that residence without the written approval of their supervisor; 
·   A prohibition  from attending a public park, a daycare centre, a schoolground, a playground, a community centre or public swimming area where persons under the ag of 16 are present or can reasonably be expected to be present; 
·     A prohibition  from seeking, obtaining or continuing any employment or becoming or being a volunteer in a capacity that involves being in a position of trust or authority towards persons under the age of 16 years; 
·    A prohibition from having any contact, including communication by any means, with a person under the age of 16, unless it is done under the supervision of a person whom the court considers appropriate; 
·     A prohibition from using the internet or other digital network, unless in accordance with conditions set by the court; and 
·    A prohibition from possessing any internet capable device except as provided in the order.

           

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.  

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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Homicide Section investigating death of male; seeking tips regarding man’s last known whereabouts and associations

The EPS Homicide Section is investigating the death of 36-year-old Matthew Jordan Gladue and seeking information on his last known whereabouts. Just before 7 p.m. last night, Monday, July 13, 2020, police responded to the report of an injured male in an alley between 103 and 104 Street, just north of 112 Avenue. Upon arrival, officers located Gladue with life-threatening injuries. EMS treated and transported Gladue to hospital where he was pronounced deceased. Homicide detectives are leading the investigation. 

While an autopsy has been scheduled for Friday, July 17, 2020, investigators confirmed the identity of Gladue through fingerprints and have notified his family. Police are releasing his name in advance of autopsy to obtain more information on his last known whereabouts and associations. 

“We are looking to speak with anyone who had contact with Mr. Gladue on the morning or afternoon of July 13, 2020,” says Acting Staff Sgt. Jared Buhler of the Homicide Section.

“Anyone with information relating to the circumstances which may have led to his death is also encouraged to contact us.”

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Police locate vehicle of interest connected to suspicious death

The vehicle of interest associated to yesterday’s suspicious death has been located by the RCMP in British Columbia.

At approximately 5 a.m., on Saturday, July 11, 2020, police attended a residence in the area of Mullen Road and Mullen Place after a deceased woman was located. The EPS issued a news release later in the day, seeking the public’s assistance in locating a vehicle of interest believed to be associated with the woman’s death.

Late yesterday evening (July 11, 2020), Sicamous RCMP located the white 2019 Toyota Tacoma sought by the EPS. A 39-year-old male suspect, who is believed to have been operating the Toyota Tacoma, was located deceased a short distance away from the vehicle.

At this time, the Coroners Service of British Columbia will be conducting the autopsy on the 39-year-old male. The EPS will maintain the investigation into the woman’s death, while continuing to work closely with the Sicamous RCMP. An autopsy on the woman has been scheduled for Tuesday, July 14, 2020.

Homicide Section is not looking for any additional suspects at this time. More information will be provided following autopsy results.

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Police seeking vehicle of interest after body found

Homicide Section is investigating a suspicious death and are seeking a vehicle of interest that may be connected.

At approximately 5 a.m. this morning, Saturday, July 11, 2020, police attended the area of Mullen Road and Mullen Place after a deceased person was located inside a residence. Due to the suspicious circumstances, the EPS’ Homicide Section has taken the lead of the investigation.

Currently, investigators are actively searching for a white 2019 Toyota Tacoma bearing license plate CDY-5152. Police are asking the public to be mindful of this vehicle and if seen, to contact police immediately. Citizens are cautioned not to approach the vehicle or anyone who may be inside.

Stock Image of vehicle of interest: White 2019 Toyota Tacoma
bearing license plate CDY-5152

An autopsy has yet to be scheduled and no further information is available at this time.

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Police seek public’s assistance locating missing senior

The Edmonton Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing 62-year-old man.

Just before 7 p.m. yesterday, Friday, July 10, 2020, Johnny Simpson, 62, reportedly left his residence in the area of 174 Avenue and 110 Street to go for a walk, but did not return.

Simpson is 5’10" and 141 lbs with brown eyes, and black hair. He was last seen wearing a black baseball cap with "Yellowknife" written on the front in white font, a multi-coloured shirt with brown pants and a blue jacket.

Missing: Johnny Simpson, 62

Simpson has a medical condition that may impair decision making. As a result, there are concerns for his well-being. There are no indications to suggest foul play at this time.

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EPS releases CCTV footage of club shooting; investigators seek public’s assistance identifying suspects involved

Police are releasing CCTV footage from inside a downtown club where a man was shot last weekend.

On Sunday, July 5, 2020, at approximately 3:15 a.m. Downtown Patrol officers pulled over a vehicle for speeding in 102 Street and 104 Avenue. Inside the vehicle, officers located a 26-year-old male suffering from gunshot wounds. Police contacted EMS immediately and the victim was transported to hospital by paramedics, with non-life-threatening injuries.

Upon further investigation, officers determined that a shooting had occurred at Star Night Club (10586 109 Street). When officers attended the Club, several individuals were observed leaving the establishment who were uncooperative with police. Officers also observed blood inside the lounge and obtained CCTV footage to assist with the investigation.

Police are releasing the CCTV footage from inside the Club at the time of the shooting, to identify the suspects involved. While many people are observed quickly leaving the lounge in the video, investigators are specifically interested in identifying the males with firearms and would like to speak with anyone who was present at the time of the shooting.

  
At this time, the 26-year-old male continues to recover from his injuries, however no arrests have been made.

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EPS charge man after several vehicles had tires slashed in west end

The EPS has charged a 22-year-old male in relation to a tire-slashing spree in the city’s west end.

Jimmy Houle, 22, is facing multiple charges including several counts of mischief, possession of an offensive weapon dangerous to the public and assaulting a peace officer.

Residents in the area of 113 Avenue and 125 Street are still encouraged to check their vehicles and report any damage that may have occurred over the last 48 hours.

To date, 10 reports of tire-slashing in this neighborhood have been reported to police.

Background

Just after midnight, on Thursday, July 9, 2020, police responded to an address near 113 Avenue and 125 Street regarding a mischief complaint. Upon arrival, officers located a 22-year-old male who allegedly slashed the tires on several vehicles in the area. The male suspect was taken into custody and has several charges pending against him.

A little later that morning, around 9:30 a.m., police responded to the same neighborhood after several other complainants contacted police after discovering their vehicle’s tires had also been slashed.

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EPS investigating mischief complaint after several vehicles had tires slashed; police believe there may be additional complainants

The EPS is investigating a mischief spree after several vehicles were found with their tires slashed in the city’s west end. Just after midnight today, Thursday, July 9, 2020, police responded to an address near 113 Avenue and 125 Street regarding a mischief complaint. Upon arrival, officers located a 23-year-old male who allegedly slashed the tires on several vehicles in the area. The male suspect was taken into custody and has several charges pending against him.

A little later this morning, around 9:30 a.m., police responded to the same neighborhood after several other complainants contacted police after discovering their vehicle’s tires had also been slashed. 

Over 10 reports of tire-slashing have been received by police so far, however investigators believe there may be additional complainants who have yet to come forward. Residents in the area of 113 Avenue and 125 Street are encouraged to check their vehicles and report any damage that may have occurred over the last 24 hours.

 

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Police investigating weekend vehicle vandalism spree in SE Division

The Edmonton Police Service is investigating a vandalism spree in a south-side neighbourhood, which saw multiple vehicles targeted over the weekend.

Southeast Division patrol officers responded to a mischief complaint involving 18 vehicles parked on 78 and 79 streets between 105 and 106 avenues in the neighbourhood of Forest Heights. Several vehicles owned by residents of a nearby apartment building were also targeted.

The vehicles had tires slashed, and in at least one instance, the vehicle’s paint was keyed. Investigators believe the individual(s) responsible vandalized the vehicles between 7 p.m. Saturday, July 4 and 1 a.m., Sunday, July 5, 2020.

Anyone with information about this vandalism spree or who may have surveillance camera images that could help investigators 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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Driver involved in fatal single-vehicle collision facing several charges including dangerous driving causing death

The 25-year-old driver involved in a single-vehicle collision that claimed the lives of his three passengers early Friday morning is facing several charges including dangerous driving causing death.

Oscar Benjumea, 25, of Ontario, has since been charged with:

• 3 counts of Dangerous Driving causing Death
• 3 counts of Failure to Stop at Scene of Accident
• 1 count of Operation while Disqualified
  

A bail hearing will be held for Benjumea on Monday, July 6, 2020.

Benjumea was taken into custody at approximately 12:10 p.m. yesterday, Friday, July 3, 2020, at his residence in southwest Edmonton. Paramedics subsequently treated and transported Benjumea to hospital with serious, non-life-threatening injuries. 

Benjumea initially fled the scene of the early-morning collision, at Calgary Trail and 55 Avenue, prior to the arrival of police. Investigators were eventually made aware of the suspect’s whereabouts late Friday morning, and he was arrested shortly thereafter at his residence.

Background:
At approximately 2:20 a.m., Friday, July 3, 2020, Southwest Division patrol members responded to a collision call near Calgary Trail and 55 Avenue.

Upon arrival, officers found three deceased occupants, two females aged 20 and 21, and a 32-year-old male inside an Audi RS5. The vehicle had struck the wall of a nearby business. 

Investigators believe excessive speed was a factor in the collision.

 

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Driver who fled scene of fatal collision this morning arrested and facing multiple charges in connection to death of three passengers

The Edmonton Police Service has arrested a 25-year-old male in connection to the death of his three passengers following a fatal single-vehicle collision early this morning.

Oscar Benjumea, 25, of Ontario, was taken into custody at approximately 12:10 p.m. today, Friday, July 3, 2020, at his residence in southwest Edmonton. Paramedics subsequently treated and transported Benjumea to hospital with serious, non-life-threatening injuries.

Benjumea fled the scene of this morning’s deadly collision, at Calgary Trail and 55 Avenue, prior to the arrival of police. Investigators were eventually made aware of the suspect’s whereabouts late this morning, and he was arrested shortly thereafter at his residence.

Benjumea is facing multiple charges, which will be sworn later this evening, once the suspect’s condition is stabilized in hospital.

Investigators have since notified the families of the passengers killed in the collision, including 20 and 21-year-old females and a 32-year-old male.

Background:
At approximately 2:20 a.m. this morning, Friday, July 3, 2020, Southwest Division patrol members responded to a collision call near Calgary Trail and 55 Avenue.

Upon arrival, officers found three deceased occupants, two females aged 20 and 21, and one male yet to be identified, inside an Audi RS5. The vehicle had struck the wall of a nearby business. 

Investigators believe excessive speed was a factor in the collision.

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Three passengers killed in single-vehicle collision; police continue to search for driver who fled the scene on foot

The Edmonton Police Service is investigating a fatal single-vehicle collision on Calgary Trail this morning that claimed the lives of its three passengers.

At approximately 2:20 a.m. this morning, Friday, July 3, 2020, Southwest Division patrol members responded to a collision call near Calgary Trail and 55 Avenue.

Upon arrival, officers found three deceased occupants, two females aged 20 and 21, and one male yet to be identified, inside an Audi RS5. The vehicle had struck the wall of a nearby business. Investigators believe excessive speed was involved.

The male driver of the vehicle, whose identity has yet to be confirmed, fled the scene prior to the arrival of police, and remains at large this morning.

EPS Major Collision investigators have since reopened Calgary Trail to oncoming traffic.



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Homicide detectives charge man in November murder

The EPS Homicide Section detectives charged a man in relation to the murder of a 35-year-old female in November 2019.

The EPS Homicide Section detectives charged a man in relation to the murder of a 35-year-old female in November 2019.

Arthur Trinity Brown, 42, was located and arrested on June 30, 2020 by the RCMP in Maskwacis.

Brown is charged with 2^nd degree murder in the death of Rebecca Hunter.

On Nov. 13, 2019, when officers arrived at the scene in the area of 133 Avenue and 140 Street, they found Hunter, 35, deceased outside a residence.

The cause of death was blunt head trauma.

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Man charged with sexual assault returned to custody following bail hearing

The Edmonton Police Service is informing the public that Wade Stene, 37, was remanded back into custody this afternoon (June 30, 2020) by a Justice of the Court of Queen’s Bench.

The EPS issued a duty-to-warn news release on June 17, 2020 after Stene was discharged from the Edmonton Remand Centre on a Release Order with several conditions.

The EPS is issuing this information in the belief that it is clearly in the public interest to inform members of the community.

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