The 30-year-old male was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries. He remains in hospital in stable condition.
Investigators have since determined the male was shot inside a residence in the area of 110 Avenue and 101 Street. The suspects fled the scene in a dark-coloured SUV believed to be a 2000 to 2006 GMC Yukon, Denali or Chevrolet Tahoe. Police are looking for two males, one female and a fourth suspect who was driving the vehicle.
Investigators are releasing images of two of the suspects and the suspect vehicle in hopes of identifying them.
Male suspect
Female suspect
Suspect vehicle: dark-coloured 2000 to 2006 GMC Yukon, Denali or Chevrolet Tahoe
Suspect vehicle: dark-coloured 2000 to 2006 GMC Yukon, Denali or Chevrolet Tahoe
Around 3 a.m. on November 26, 1994, it was reported to police that an unknown male suspect broke into an apartment in the area of 65 Avenue and 172 Street. The male suspect approached the 28-year-old female resident with a knife, who was asleep in her bed at the time. The suspect then bound the complainant and sexually assaulted her. The woman was able to free herself after the suspect left her suite, at which time she contacted police and attended hospital for an examination.
The evidence collected from the complainant’s examination had been considered for forensic testing but was ultimately deemed to be unsuitable for further testing at the time.
In January of this year (2020), the file was reassigned to a Cold Case Sexual Assault investigator for review. In consultation with the RCMP lab, various exhibits were identified as being suitable for DNA testing. The subsequent analysis identified a DNA profile that matched a convicted offender on the National DNA Data Bank.
On Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2020, Dean Walter Moore, 47, was arrested with the assistance of the Medicine Hat Police Service and is charged with house breaking with intent, sexual assault with a weapon, unlawful confinement and theft under $5,000.
In 2016, the EPS Sexual Assault Section initiated a review of Cold Case Sexual Assault files to identify those that would be suited for further investigation. It was through this process that Cold Case Sexual Assault Unit’s caseload was generated. The Unit’s two detectives are assigned to Historical Crimes and they have the mandate to review the files from their caseload to identify where modern technology or investigative approaches may be able to shed light on a previously unsolved case.
It was reported that in September 2020, a 28-year-old male sent a friend request via Snapchat to an 11-year-old female who was not known to him. The male used the Snapchat user name “likeshacklebolt.”
The two began communicating over Snapchat, and shortly thereafter, they began meeting in person. In October 2020, while driving around with the female in his vehicle, the male allegedly pulled into an alley, sexually assaulted her, then dropped her off at home.
On October 23, 2020, police arrested Kingsley Mayers, 28, and charged him with sexual assault, sexual interference, invitation to sexual touching, luring a child, indecent exposure to a person under 16 and distribute cannabis to a person under 18 years of age.
Mayers is also known to use the name Craig Alan Golka.
Photo: Kingsley Mayers, aka Craig Alan Golka, 28
Investigators believe there may be additional complainants, and are encouraging anyone who may have been victimized by Mayers to contact the EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone.
The 11-year-old girl is receiving support from the Zebra Child Advocacy Centre. To find information about the support provided by the Zebra Child Advocacy Centre, visit their website. Information about online luring and child abuse can be found on the Canadian Centre for Child Protection website.
Edmonton Police Service investigators became involved in an animal welfare investigation after being contacted by peace officers with the City of Edmonton's Animal Care and Control unit.
It was reported to police that a 45-year-old male was advertising various breeds of puppies for sale online. Following appointments to view the puppies, several prospective buyers lodged formal complaints regarding the animals’ living conditions and overall health.
On Oct. 25, 2020, EPS members and Animal Control peace officers executed a search warrant at the suspect residence near 83 Street and 138 Avenue in northeast Edmonton. Upon arrival, officers found 10 puppies at the address; five dogs living in distress in the garage and another five in the suspect’s residence. Officers noted an overpowering odour of feces and urine emanating from the unheated garage, dogs tethered and covered in urine spots on their bellies, as a result of standing in their own excrement. The animals also appeared dehydrated, as a result of having no water readily available nearby.
Officers subsequently seized 10 dogs: four Border Collie puppies and one Blue Heeler inside the garage and two Yorkshire Terriers, two Shih Tzus and one Chihuahua inside the residence. The animals were transported to the Animal Care and Control Centre where they were to be examined.
Oluseyi Babatunde Farombi, 45, is facing numerous animal cruelty charges under the Criminal Code and Animal Protection Act including cruelty to animals, causing distress to animals, failure to provide adequate shelter and failure to protect from injurious cold.
Police believe there may be other complainants who either purchased sick puppies from Farombi or witnessed the dogs’ living conditions. As such, investigators are encouraging anyone who engaged Farombi for the potential purchase of puppies, at the 138 Avenue address or possibly another residence in northeast Edmonton 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.
It was reported to police that on Thursday, Sept. 24, 2020, the accused and an 18-year-old female complainant met face-to-face at an Edmonton shopping complex, following friendly discussions held on a dating app. It is alleged that on the following day, Friday, Sept. 25, 2020, the young woman agreed to attend the accused male’s residence, where she eventually sexually and physically assaulted.
In the second incident, it is alleged that the same male met a 16-year-old female complainant on a social media app and commenced a friendship. The accused and teen complainant then met face-to-face at the teen’s residence, where it is alleged the accused sexually and physically assaulted her.
On Thursday, Oct. 22, 2020, investigators arrested and charged Keenan Wayne Burlaka, 20, of Edmonton, with sexual assault with a weapon, sexual assault, forceful confinement, choking to overcome resistance, strangulation, making sexual explicit material available to a child with intent and breach of conditions.
Known as “Greene” and/or “Kai” online, it is alleged that Burlaka uses social media platforms to meet and befriend young, female complainants, before meeting in person and sexually assaulting them.
Investigators are releasing a photo of the accused, as they believe there may be other complainants. Anyone with information regarding this investigation and/or has had similar experiences with Burlaka 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.
On May 9, 2020, Mohamed Amin Hassan Jama, 34, was located deceased inside a suite in the area of 107 Avenue and 116 Street.
On June 25, 2020, Rajan Baraich, 31, was located in the area of 107 Avenue between 101 and 102 Street with life-threatening injuries following a hit-and-run. Baraich succumbed to his injuries in hospital the next day, on June 26, 2020.
On July 26, 2020, Gabriel Sunshine, 24, was located deceased following a disturbance at a residence in the area of 16 Avenue and 42 Street.
Due to further progression in each of these investigations, Homicide Section is now classifying these suspicious deaths as homicides. No additional information is available for release at this time.
There have been 27 homicides in Edmonton so far this year.
On Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2020, Kwok Ng, 90, walked away from his residence at 25 Avenue and 122 Street around 6:30 p.m. and hasn’t been seen or heard from since.
Ng is believed to be wearing the pictured coat in the photo and was carrying a white bag with purple straps. He may be disoriented and confused and is hard of hearing. It’s believed he has a bus pass with him and may be using public transit.
Ng is approximately 5 feet tall and weighs 140 lbs.
Southwest Division members are actively searching for the missing senior, with Air 1 assisting with aerial search.
On Oct. 12, 2019, at approximately 1:35 a.m., Northeast Division officers responded to the report of a personal robbery involving a firearm at a business in the area of 127 Avenue and 97 Street.
It was reported to police that two males were standing outside of the business when six occupants pulled up in a vehicle and approached the two males, demanding their personal property. A brief altercation allegedly took place, and one of the vehicle’s occupants shot one of the males. The vehicle and all six occupants then reportedly fled the scene. A 17-year-old male was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The other male was not injured.
On October 15, 2020, after a year-long investigation into the robbery, police arrested three males: Omarr Cameron-Bramwell, 20, Wahid Mounji, 21, and Gabir Fadlelmanan, 20 and three females: Alana Kovac, 19, Zinzile Nsingo, 19, and Phoenix Liddle, 19. The six accused are facing between eleven and thirty charges each related to robbery, assault and firearms offences. Collectively, they are facing 126 charges.
Background
At approximately 10:40 p.m. on Oct. 12, 2019, a similar event was reported to police involving a shooting outside of an entertainment establishment in the area of 111 Avenue and 96 Street.
In this occurrence, a vehicle with multiple occupants arrived at the location. An altercation then reportedly took place between the vehicle’s occupants and two males, and one of the vehicle’s occupants shot the two males. The suspects fled the scene, and the two injured males, age 21 and 22, were taken to hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
Police located the vehicle a short time later and took four suspects, three males and one female, into custody without incident.
Following a thorough investigation, officers believed the four suspects were involved in both shootings.
At that time, Omarr Jamal Cameron-Bramwell, 19, Gabir Fadlelmanan, 22, Wahid Mounji, 20, and Alana Nicole Kovac, 18, were each charged with aggravated assault (x2), careless use of a firearm, possess offensive weapon dangerous to the public, use of a firearm while committing an offence, unauthorized possession of a firearm/weapon in a vehicle and unauthorized possession of a firearm.
It was reported to police that the accused allegedly struck a 21-year-old female complainant in the head with a broom, then proceeded to punch her multiple times before fleeing the scene Tuesday evening. Crane is wanted on warrants for assault with a weapon, assault causing bodily harm, extortion and for breach of conditions (x2).
Crane was last seen near 96 Avenue and 174 Street Wednesday morning. At that time, he was wearing white adidas sandals, a red jacket and was carrying a beige gym bag with black stripes. He is described as an indigenous male, brown hair, brown eyes. He is 5’11”, 260 pounds. Crane has a history of domestic violence and is known to carry weapons.
He is known to frequent the downtown area near 106 Avenue and 96 Street, as well as the Mill Woods area near 82 Street and Mill Woods Road. He is also known to frequent the Maskwascis area.
Anyone with any information about Crane’s 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.
At approximately 9 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 19, 2020, police were called to residence in the area of 117 Avenue and 82 Street in relation to a trouble unknown call. Upon arrival, police located 28-year-old Cody Bugle in medical distress. Bugle was treated and transported to hospital by paramedics where he was declared deceased.
An autopsy was conducted yesterday, Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2020, and the cause of death was determined to be stab wounds. The manner of death is homicide.
Homicide Section continues to investigate.
On Sunday, Aug. 25, 2019, police received information in relation to an alleged altercation that occurred at the Yellowhead Youth Centre on Friday, Aug. 23, 2019. It was reported to police that a female youth and three staff members of the facility were involved in an altercation which resulted in serious, non-life-threatening injuries to the youth.
On Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2020, 45-year-old Jennifer Germaine Gillis Pickard, 35-year-old Matthew Thompson and 34-year-old Tiffiney Jestina Daria Clarke Brashko, were each charged with one count of aggravated assault in relation to the 2019 incident.
As this matter is currently before the courts, the EPS is not able to provide further comment or information about this incident or investigation.
Aiyana Gallant, 20, went missing between Oct. 16, 2020 at 11:30 p.m. and Oct. 17, 2020 at 11:30 a.m. from a residence in the Duggan area in south Edmonton.
She is described as 5’2” tall and approximately 85 lbs, with long brown hair and brown eyes. She may be wearing a hip-length green jacket, pink converse shoes and a maroon backpack with a pink flower on it.
Gallant’s disappearance is out of character, and police and family are therefore concerned for her well-being.
Missing Person:
Aiyana Gallant, 20
Anyone with any information about Gallant’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.
Investigators have since confirmed that a van discovered on fire Tuesday afternoon near 8 Street and 37A Avenue was the suspect vehicle involved in the shooting. The 22-year-old male shooting victim remains in hospital in stable condition, at this time.
Anyone with information that can assist investigators in identifying the suspects responsible for this shooting is asked to contact police 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.
No further information is available at this time.
Background:
Missing: Taylor Gardener, 14. Last seen Saturday, Oct. 17, 2020, in the southeast Edmonton neighbourhood of Jackson Heights.
On May 9, 2002, police responded to the report of a body that was found under a bed in a home in the area of 99 Street and 86 Avenue. The following day, an autopsy confirmed the deceased male, Michael Thomas Longmore, 59, was the victim of a homicide. At the time, investigators lacked evidence to lay charges.
In January 2019, the EPS Historical Crimes Section opened a review of the file and resubmitted exhibits to the RCMP laboratory for forensic testing. The results of this testing identified a DNA profile that led police to a suspect.
On Thursday, Oct. 15, 2020, police arrested Denis Laframboise, 66 and charged him with second degree murder in relation to Longmore’s death.
“This is exactly why we review historical homicide files,” says Staff Sergeant Ryan Tebb with EPS Historical Crimes Section. “While DNA testing at the time wasn’t sophisticated enough to identify a suspect, today’s technology has made it possible to do so, and hopefully bring a sense of resolution to the victim’s family.”
The EPS Historical Crimes Section was established in 2018 and consists of approximately ten officers who investigate historical homicides, missing persons and cold case sexual assaults. The four homicide detectives in the Section currently have a caseload of 202 unsolved homicides dating from 1938 to 2017. A full review of all historical files was initiated when the Section was formed to identify files where modern technology or investigative approaches may be able to shed light on a previously unsolved case.
On May 9, 2002, police responded to the report of a body that was found under a bed in a home in the area of 99 Street and 86 Avenue. The following day, an autopsy confirmed the deceased male, Michael Thomas Longmore, 59, was the victim of a homicide. At the time, investigators lacked evidence to lay charges.
In January 2019, the EPS Historical Crimes Section opened a review of the file and resubmitted exhibits to the RCMP laboratory for forensic testing. The results of this testing identified a DNA profile that led police to a suspect.
On Thursday, Oct. 15, 2020, police arrested Denis Laframboise, 66 and charged him with second degree murder in relation to Longmore’s death.
“This is exactly why we review historical homicide files,” says Staff Sergeant Ryan Tebb with EPS Historical Crimes Section. “While DNA testing at the time wasn’t sophisticated enough to identify a suspect, today’s technology has made it possible to do so, and hopefully bring a sense of resolution to the victim’s family.”
The EPS Historical Crimes Section was established in 2018 and consists of approximately ten officers who investigate historical homicides, missing persons and cold case sexual assaults. The four homicide detectives in the Section currently have a caseload of 202 unsolved homicides dating from 1938 to 2017. A full review of all historical files was initiated when the Section was formed to identify files where modern technology or investigative approaches may be able to shed light on a previously unsolved case.
Robert McCutchen, 75, was last seen Oct. 15, 2020 at approximately 10 p.m. in the area of 104 Street and 85 Avenue. He is approximately 5’9” tall, weighs 180 lbs, and has white hair and bright blue eyes. He typically wears a blue jacket and jeans, and uses a walker or wheelchair.
Due to his significant mobility issues and the worsening weather, police are concerned for his well-being.
Robert McCutchen, 75
Anyone with information regarding McCutchen’s whereabouts is asked to contact the EPS immediately 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.
At approximately 5:30 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 28, 2019, EMS contacted police in relation to the sudden death of a 55-year-old man inside a suite at Dwayne’s Home (formerly located at 10209 100 Avenue). An autopsy took place on Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2019, however further medical examinations were required prior to determining the cause of death. Homicide investigators have since deemed the manner of death as homicide.
On Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2020, investigators charged Adam Brigden, 44, with second degree murder in relation to Rose’s homicide.
An arrest warrant for second degree murder has also been issued for 38-year-old Adam Hardy in connection to the death. Hardy is described as 6’0" tall, 154 lbs (thin build) with blonde hair and blue eyes.
Wanted for second degree murder: Adam Hardy, 38
It has been determined that Justin Wade Highet, 34, died from gunshot wounds, and the manner of death is homicide.
Today, Oct. 15, 2020, a warrant for second degree murder was issued for the arrest of Aaron Myles Atchooay, 31, in connection to the death.
Atchooay is presumed to be in the Edmonton area, and police are seeking public assistance in locating him. He is believed to be armed and dangerous, and should not be approached.
Wanted for second degree murder: Aaron Myles Atchooay, 31
Anyone with information about Atchooay’s whereabouts is asked 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.
Background
At approximately 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2020, Northeast Division patrol members located a deceased male alone inside a residence in the area of 172 Avenue and 47 Street. The death was determined to be suspicious, and homicide investigators took over the investigation.
It was reported to police that on Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2020, at approximately 7:35 p.m., a collision occurred between a female pedestrian and a vehicle in the intersection of 107 Avenue and 123 Street.
A 25-year-old woman and her husband were walking southbound across 107 Avenue on the east side of 123 Street. The vehicle, a 2012 Ford Escape being driven by a 72-year-old woman, was travelling westbound along 107 Avenue and approaching 123 Street in the curb lane.
The pedestrian was struck by the vehicle in the cross walk within the intersection and was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The complainant’s husband was not injured. The female driver remained on scene. Speed and impairment are not considered to be factors in the collision.
EPS would like to speak with any witnesses who may have saw the collision on 107 Avenue Tuesday evening.
Witnesses are 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.
Tyler Bedient, 17, was last seen today, Oct. 14, 2020 at approximately 4:25 p.m. in the area of Hiller Road and 175 Street. He is described as a Métis male, 6’0”, with a thin build. He is clean shaven with short dark hair, and was last seen wearing black skinny jeans, an all black hoodie and black high top shoes.
As Tyler is not dressed for the weather and his disappearance is out of character, family and police are concerned for his welfare.
Tyler could be in possession of a weapon, and should not be approached. Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts is asked to contact the EPS immediately 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: Tyler Bedient, 17
Note that photo is approximately nine years old.
It has been determined that Jessie Ducharme, 32, died from stab wounds, and the manner of death is homicide.
Detectives are looking to speak with anyone who witnessed the blue Lincoln, pictured, in the vicinity of 180 Street and 74 Avenue around 6 p.m. on Saturday. Witnesses are asked 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.
Blue Lincoln observed on surveillance footage in vicinity of homicide
Background
Southwest Division patrol members responded to a call for service at a complex near 180 Street and 74 Avenue at approximately 6:40 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2020.
Upon arrival, members found a male lying on the ground outside the complex in medical distress. Despite the life-saving efforts of both officers and paramedics, the male died on scene.
Southwest Division patrol members responded to a call for service at a complex near to 180 Street and 74 Avenue, at approximately 6:40 p.m. yesterday evening, Saturday, Oct. 10, 2020.
Upon arrival, members found a male lying on the ground outside of the complex in medical distress. Despite the life-saving efforts of both officers and paramedics, the male died on scene.
Homicide detectives have since taken over the investigation. An autopsy has yet to be scheduled. No further information is currently available.
Anyone with information about this suspicious death or what led up to it, is asked 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.
On Oct. 7, 2020, EDGE detectives executed a search warrant at four addresses in the Haddow, Hazeldean, Walker, and Klarvatten neighbourhoods as a result of an ongoing investigation.
During the search, officers uncovered and seized a total of 568 grams of cocaine with a street value of approximately $28,500; 351 grams of psilocybin valued at approximately $1,970; and 2.5 ounces of Gamma-hydroxybutyrate (GHB) valued at approximately $75.
Police also seized a 2006 Nissan Murano with a hidden compartment containing drugs, a 2015 Mercedes Benz C400, a .40 calibre handgun, one loaded .40 calibre magazine, one prohibited 22-round magazine, and $232,100 in Canadian currency.
Brandon Tran, 23, Wayne Cheng, 40, Scott Gerke, 23, and Jasmine Rosario-Ng, 23, were arrested and charged with a combined total of 26 charges under the Criminal Code of Canada and the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.
It was reported to police that the 24-year-old male suspect began communicating with teen girls via the social media Snapchat App beginning in March 2020. Using Snapchat accounts bearing the names “Jamie Dole” and “Caramel Thunder”, the accused would allegedly post messages promising to buy girls various items. In some cases, the suspect would also request nude photographs and videos from the girls in exchange for money.
It is alleged that on Aug. 9, 2020, the accused met a 14-year-old female complainant on Snapchat, then arranged to pick her up near her home. The suspect then took the girl to his west Edmonton residence where he sexually assaulted her.
In a separate incident, the suspect is alleged to have met a 16-year-old female through the app, and sexually assaulted her on two occasions, on July 26 in a vehicle and on Aug. 5, 2020, at his residence.
Aaron Renee Prasad Pal, 24, of Edmonton, is facing multiple charges including:
Additional charges may be pending.
The EPS believes there could be other complainants. The EPS encourages other complainants 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.
Led by the EPS Missing Persons Unit, this initiative will utilize flight and ground operations from the EPS Flight Operations Section (Remote Piloted Aircraft Systems), RCMP (helicopter), Edmonton Fire Rescue Services, City of Edmonton Park Rangers, as well as the Search and Rescue Dog Association of Alberta.
"This is an initiative that takes place each year when the water levels start to fall," says Sgt. John Smith with the EPS Missing Persons Unit. "This is a proactive deployment that utilizes specialized equipment from EPS and our partners, focusing on the primary river artery that travels throughout our city."
The search commences at the EPS boat launch, located near the EPCOR water treatment facility, and will stretch east and west along the river’s shoreline.
Just after 11 p.m., on Friday, Oct. 2, 2020, police were called to the area of 75 Street and Mount Lawn Road NW on the report of an assault. When officers arrived, they located a female youth with serious injuries. The youth was treated and transported to hospital by paramedics, where she was pronounced deceased. An autopsy has been scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 8, 2020.
A female youth has since been charged with second degree murder. As per the Youth Criminal Justice Act, the accused cannot be named as she is underage.
At approximately 1:30 a.m. on Sunday, Sept. 27, 2020, police were called to the Blue Anchor Taphouse & Kitchen (300 Saddleback Road NW) in relation to a stabbing. It was reported that a group of males approached a group of three males, stabbing two of them and assaulting the other. The 26-year-old and 29-year-old who were stabbed sustained very serious injuries from the unprovoked attack. The 24-year-old male who was also assaulted, but not stabbed, also sustained injuries from the assault. Investigators believe there may have been an exchange between the two groups inside the pub prior to the assault outdoors.
Investigators are looking to speak with anyone who attended the Blue Anchor Taphouse & Kitchen in the late hours of Saturday, Sept. 26 or early hours of Sunday, Sept. 27, 2020. More specifically, police would like to speak with any witnesses to the stabbing or the events leading up to it.
At approximately 8 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 2, 2020, police received a report of an abduction in a trail south of Dr. Margaret-Ann Armour School (3815 Allan Drive SW). It was reported that a 14-year-old girl was walking to a residence in an unlit trail after leaving the school, when she was grabbed by an unknown male and pulled off the trail. A struggle reportedly ensued, however the girl was able to flee to safety.
The unknown male suspect is described as having a very muscular, athletic build and is believed to be approximately 6’2". He had brown eyes and spoke with a deep, raspy voice. He was wearing a black hoodie with his hood up, black jeans, black work boots and a black medical-style mask. The suspect allegedly smelled of alcohol and is believed to be between 30 and 40 years of age. He may have sustained irritation to his eyes and face from the struggle.
Police continue to search for the suspect and are looking to speak with anyone who may have information about him or the incident.
Detectives do not believe the suspect and youth were known to one another.
The 14-year-old girl is receiving support from the Zebra Child Protection Centre.
Just after 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2020, police were notified of a hit-and-run collision involving a pedestrian in a gas station’s parking lot in the area of 127 Street and 118 Avenue. Based on information obtained by investigators, officers believe a 22-year-old woman exited a stationary vehicle and approached the driver’s side, when she was carried and dragged a short distance. The woman was left near the entrance of the parking lot and the vehicle fled the scene.
The 22-year-old sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was treated and transported to hospital by paramedics.
Police are seeking any dashcam video from the area and are also looking to speak with any witnesses to the incident. Investigators do not have a vehicle description to provide at this time.
Just after 11 p.m. yesterday, Friday, Oct. 2, 2020, police were called to the area of 75 Street and Mount Lawn Road NW on the report of an assault. When officers arrived, they located a female youth with serious injuries. The youth was treated and transported to hospital by paramedics, where she was pronounced deceased.
Investigators are looking to speak with any witnesses to the assault or anyone with information about the incident or suspect(s) involved.
Police do not have anyone in custody at this time.
An autopsy has been scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 8, 2020.
Edwin Alstad, 87, was last seen in the area of 16 Avenue and 42 Street at approximately 4:30 p.m. yesterday, Oct. 2, 2020. He was operating a 2004 silver Ford Freestar, bearing a veteran’s license plate (with a poppy) reading VAW03. The vehicle also has a red and blue front plate, which reads Retired Air Force.
Alstad stands 5’6" and weighs approximately 138 lbs. He has blue eyes and greyish-brown hair. He was last seen wearing a brown flannel shirt, a tan coloured vest and dress pants.
Alstad has dementia and other medical conditions which require medication. As such, there are concerns for his welfare.
Missing: Edwin Alstad, 87
Missing: Edwin Alstad, 87
Stock image of Ford Freestar operated by Edwin Alstad
It was reported that just before 1 a.m. on Sept. 28, 2020, three masked males entered a hotel in the area of 127 Avenue and 120 Street armed with bear spray and a semi-automatic rifle. Two of the males threatened the patrons and staff, while the third entered a secure area, threatening staff with the rifle and demanding cash. The males then fled in a vehicle with a large quantity of cash.
Later that same morning, at approximately 4:45 a.m., patrol officers observed a 2018 Chevrolet Silverado being driven dangerously in the area of 129 Avenue and 113A Street.
Police observed the vehicle from a distance until it parked in the area of 129 Avenue and 116 Street, at which time the occupants exited the vehicle and fled on foot. The driver was arrested after a short foot pursuit, while a canine track was used to locate two others hiding a short distance away.
Detectives from the EPS Robbery Section determined these suspects were also suspects in the earlier robbery.
Justin Sutherland, 33
Joshua Gauthier, 21
Josiah William Quinn, 27
Justin Sutherland, 33, Joshua Gauthier, 21, and Josiah William Quinn, 27, all known to reside in both Edmonton and Calgary, are charged with 65 offences, including one count each of robbery with a firearm and disguise with intent.
All three accused were remanded into custody with further charges pending.
Anyone with information about this crime is asked to contact the EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone. Anonymous information can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.p3tips.com/250.
In late August, an 80-year-old female complainant was contacted by a male claiming to be an investigator with her financial institution. It was reported to police, the suspect advised the elderly woman that there appeared to be suspicious activity involving her bank credit card and SIN number. Her involvement, she was told, was critical to the bank’s alleged investigation into similar frauds.
The woman was initially directed to send gift cards including Sephora and Google Play, then was subsequently instructed to send shoe boxes of cash through FedEx. The elderly complainant is believed to have couriered more than $47,000 to the suspect, $6,000 of which was successfully recovered by FedEx and returned to the complainant.
“These are merely several examples, the tip of the iceberg really, concerning multiple fraud investigations that have been reported to police over the last month,” said Det. Jason Lapointe, of the EPS Economic Crimes Section.
“And just when we learn of one scheme, there’s another one already making the rounds in
Edmonton and communities across the world. The best advice I can give citizens is to remember this simple acronym – DGV – Disengage from the person on the phone…Go directly to the Source, your bank etc…and Verify whether the claim made by the individual on the telephone is true.”
In another incident in late August, it was reported to police that a 76-year-old male lost close to $80,000 in relation to a fraudulent money transaction conducted over the telephone. A male suspect claiming to be from a computer security company contacted the elderly complainant to inform him that he was owed a $400 refund. The complainant was then asked for, and subsequently provided, online access to his bank account to deposit the alleged refund.
On Sept. 19th, a 60-year-old female complainant was using her home PC when a “pop-up” appeared, instructing her to call Microsoft to deal with an alleged virus on her computer. The complainant called the phone number provided and was then instructed to deposit $45,000 in Bitcoin to resolve the issue.
Earlier the same week, police launched another fraud investigation in connection to a 41-year-old woman who was conned out of $38,000. In this case, the female complainant was contacted by someone alleging to be from the Canada Revenue Agency, and claiming the woman owed $38,000 to the federal agency, a scam that has produced victims across Canada. The Edmonton woman was then instructed to deposit $38,000 into an area Bitcoin machine.
“Frankly, it’s heartbreaking for investigators to see anyone victimized by fraud, especially seniors, who are already on fixed incomes,” says Lapointe. “They often lose their life savings, and in many cases their money is not recovered.”
Anyone with information regarding fraud or deceptive telemarketing can contact the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501.
Further information regarding current frauds or scams can be found on the CAFC website at:
http://www.antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/index-eng.htm
Additional fraud-related information can also be found on the Canada Revenue Agency website at:
https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/corporate/security/protect-yourself-against-fraud.html
Anyone who has fallen victim to a fraud in Edmonton can 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.
