The Edmonton Police Service has arrested and charged a 48-year-old female in relation to a series of west Edmonton purse thefts.
On Friday, Nov. 26, 2020, West Division officers arrestedLisa Sanregret, 48,in the area of 149 Street and 95 Avenue. She has since been charged withuse stolen credit/debit card (x9), theft under $5000 (x7), possess stolen credit card, fraud under $5000 (x3)and breach release order.
While a suspect has been arrested in relation to this series, officers would like to continue to remind citizens to remain aware of their possessions and their surroundings while shopping. Additionally, anyone who experiences purse theft is encouraged to contact theEPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone.
Background
Since the beginning of September, police received 16 reports of purse thefts in west Edmonton, with a recent incident taking place at a retail store in the Mayfield area.
On Thursday, Nov. 19, 2020, West Division officers responded to the report of a purse theft at a retail store in the area of Stony Plain Rd and 168 Street. It was reported to police that a female shopper had placed her purse inside of her shopping basket and shortly after realized it was gone. When the complainant contacted her financial institution to cancel her debit card, she reportedly learned the suspect had immediatelyused her card to make purchases at various stores nearby.
Similar instances were reported by shoppers at other stores in Edmonton’s west end, with majority of the thefts taking place at larger grocery and retail stores along Stony Plain Rd between 149 Street and 185 Street. In each instance, the suspect reportedly waited until the shopper was distracted and then removed the purse from the shopping cart or basket. The suspect then allegedly used the complainant’s cards or cash at nearby stores. In total, EPS West Division responded to 22 similar theft reports between Jan. 11 and Nov. 25, 2020, with more than $5,700 reported stolen from citizens.
The Edmonton Police Service is investigating after receiving multiple reports of purse thefts at west Edmonton stores.
Since the beginning of September, police have received 16 reports of purse thefts in west Edmonton, with a recent incident taking place last week at a retail store in the Mayfield area.
On Thursday, Nov. 19, 2020, West Division officers responded to the report of a purse theft at a retail store in the area of Stony Plain Rd and 168 Street. It was reported to police that a female shopper had placed her purse inside of her shopping basket and shortly after realized it was gone. When the complainant contacted her financial institution to cancel her debit card, she reportedly learned the suspect had immediatelyused her card to make purchases at various stores nearby.
Similar instances have been reported by shoppers at other stores in Edmonton’s west end, with majority of the thefts taking place at larger grocery and retail stores along Stony Plain Rd between 149 Street and 185 Street. In each instance, the suspect reportedly waits until the shopper is distracted and then removes the purse from the shopping cart or basket. The suspect then allegedly uses the complainant’s cards or cash at nearby stores. In total, EPS West Division has responded to 22 similar theft reports between Jan. 11 and Nov. 25, 2020, with more than $5,700 reported stolen from citizens.
Purse thefts in west Edmonton
Investigators have identified a person of interest in the thefts and are actively seeking their whereabouts. As the holiday shopping season begins, officers would like to advise citizens shopping in this area to remain aware of their possessions and their surroundings at all times. Additionally, anyone who has had their purse stolen in a similar way or has noticed any suspicious activity while shopping is encouraged to contact police.
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 atwww.p3tips.com/250.
Three men and one woman are facing multiple charges in connection to a random shooting that occurred in southeast Edmonton in February.
At approximately 1:30 a.m. on Feb. 29, 2020, police received multiple reports of gunshots heard in the area of 38 Avenue and 78 Street. After officers arrived, they heard a second volley of shots, and police established containment on a residence to which the suspects were believed to have fled.
At that time, police learned of a female who had been struck by a stray bullet while asleep in her bed in a nearby residence. With the assistance of EPS Tactical Section and an armoured rescue vehicle, she was extracted safely and taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. She was not known to the suspects. In total, four homes were struck by bullets, though no one else was injured.
Four people were arrested in the residence police had contained. At the time, a search warrant on the address resulted in the seizure of a loaded SKS rifle with a prohibited magazine, another magazine containing five cartridges, and several loose cartridges. The four individuals are now being formally charged with a variety of offences following the conclusion of the investigation in November 2020.
“These firearms investigations are often lengthy and complex. We rely on ballistic and forensic evidence analysis that takes time for results, not to mention the numerous interviews and search warrants that are needed in many of these files we handle,” says Sgt. Eric Stewart with the EPS Firearms Investigation Unit. “We are grateful to the RCMP for their assistance in bringing this file to conclusion.”
Following ballistic and forensic analysis by the RCMP laboratory, EPS has charged two men and one woman with 14 offences:
Antonio Crane, 28, faces eight charges including causing bodily harm by criminal negligence and firearms-related offences.
Ferlin Rowan, 24faces four charges including causing bodily harm by criminal negligence and firearms-related offences.
Sara Brertton, 30faces two firearms-related charges.
Nikosis Stevenson, 24
A third male, Nikosis Stevenson, 24 is wanted on ten outstanding warrants, including causing bodily harm by criminal negligence and multiple firearms-related charges.
Police encourage anyone with information regarding his whereabouts 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 atwww.p3tips.com/250.
Today, the Edmonton Police Service’s (EPS) Community Safety and Well-being Bureau (CSWB) is pleased to announce their work to reduce youth involvement in the criminal justice system with the establishment of theDIVERSIONfirst program.
“Edmonton has many organizations dedicated to helping youth who have conflicted with the law or are at risk of being introduced to a criminal lifestyle,” said Superintendent Nicole Chapdelaine of the Service’s Integrated Community Safety Division.
“Our Bureau recognizes that our officers play an essential role in redirecting youth who may become involved with the criminal justice system. Rather than making an arrest, we saw an opportunity to divert them toward programs and services that provide comprehensive support while creating meaningful consequences that are educational rather than punitive.”
A pilot program that began out of EPS’ West Division in September 2018, DIVERSIONfirst connects young, first-time non-violent offenders (12-17 years old) to community organizations and family supports that offer a wide range of services dedicated to mentoring and improving the lives of youth to help them build a foundation for a positive future, away from crime.
At the time of inception, the CSWB anticipated that 20 youths might get referred. Several months later, when the pilot was complete, nearly 80 youths had been referred by patrol members, School Resource Officers, Beat Officers, and others. Since its humble beginnings, the DIVERSIONfirst program has expanded city-wide, with its number of participants now exceeding 250 youth.
A partnership between the EPS and the YMCA of Northern Alberta, and in collaboration with program community partners, DIVERSIONfirst supports youth as they navigate a customized plan that holds them accountable for their behaviour, addresses underlying issues and provides them with opportunities to connect to local community resources.
“Our goal is to reduce youth’s chances of reoffending and instead empower them with community resources,” said EPS Sergeant Kendall Booth of the DIVERSIONfirst Unit. “In addition to building and fostering positive relationships between youth and police, we are giving youth a chance to recognize how their actions impact others, while connecting them with community resources that help them to better prepare for their future.”
Referrals to the DIVERSIONfirst program are founded on officer discretion. At the point of arrest, a constable can instead refer a youth to the program. DIVERSIONfirst staff will then follow up with the youth and their guardian(s) to further assess the youth’s suitability for the program. Once both parties have committed to participating, an in-person meeting takes place with DIVERSIONfirst members and community partners.The YMCA Youth Diversion program assists with these meetings by supporting the youth and their family with accountability and agreement items.
“Ensuring the right support is provided at the right time is important. Once a youth referral is received, our Youth Diversion program staff work alongside DIVERSIONfirst officers to ensure the individual needs of each youth and their personal network are met,” said Michael Peters, Program Manager of Community and Housing Initiatives at YMCA of Northern Alberta.
“Staff create personalized plans that help youth identify how their behaviour impacts others, addresses underlying issues, and provides them with opportunities to connect to local agencies to ensure they receive extra support they may require. By using restorative justice principles, we’re meeting youth where they’re at as well as holding them accountable — bringing both law enforcement and community together to build meaningful relationships with youth and their family.”
To be eligible, youths who have committed non-violent offenses like shoplifting or mischief must be willing to participate in the program, have no more than a limited criminal history, and a supportive guardian involved.
Once the youth and their guardian commit to participating and the program begins, DIVERSIONfirst constables continue supporting youth and work along side community partners throughout the youth’s participation to help identify challenges, navigate services, provide youth engagement opportunities, and engage families wherever appropriate.
The Edmonton Police Service is investigating a homicide that occurred yesterday evening in northwest Edmonton.
At approximately 6:40 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2020, Northwest Division officers responded to a weapons complaint in the area of 121 Street and 146 Avenue.
Upon arrival, officers located Abdirahman Hashi, 25, deceased inside a vehicle.
Another 22-year-old male in the vehicle was also injured and was treated and transported to hospital by EMS with non-life-threatening injuries.
An autopsy completed by the Edmonton Medical Examiner’s Office this morning, Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2020, determined that the cause of Hashi’s death was a gunshot wound and the manner of death is homicide.
Homicide detectives continue to investigate and are asking anyone with information about this death to contact the EPS.In addition, investigators are asking any residents who live on 121 Street between 153 Avenue and 139 Avenue that have residential cameras or anyone travelling that route who has dash cam footage to contactpolice.
Anyone with information or video footage 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 atwww.p3tips.com/250.
The Edmonton Police Service is warning citizens to do their research when looking to adopt a new fluffy friend as online puppy fraud becomes more prominent.
In May of 2020, police received a report from a couple who believed they had lost money to a puppy fraud. After deciding to add a new dog to their family, they reportedly began an online search and responded to an ad that they believed belonged to a legitimate breeder. The couple was soon contacted by the seller to discuss the purchase of a puppy, as well as the cost of shipping. The couple reportedly agreed to the terms and sent an e-transfer to the seller. A day later, the seller allegedly reached out to request several hundred additional dollars for a travel crate and travel vaccinations, claiming they were required prior to shipping. The couple once again agreed to pay. The seller then reportedly reached out a third time to request several thousand additional dollars for pet travel insurance, which they claimed would be refunded when the puppy arrived. Becoming suspicious, the couple reportedly ended communication with the seller and contacted the EPS.
“Unfortunately, this is only one of many reports,” says Acting Detective Dana Gehring with the EPS Cyber Crimes Investigations Unit. “As more citizens add furry friends to their families during the pandemic, fraudsters have found a way to take advantage of them.”
Since October 2019, the Edmonton Police Service has received 17 complaints of online puppy fraud, with individual losses ranging from a few hundred to several thousand dollars. In total, more than $40,000 has been defrauded from citizens over a 13-month period.
While each situation is unique, the frauds seem to follow a similar pattern and often begin with the victim conducting an online search that leads them to fraudulent websites/ads for breeders/suppliers. In most cases the purchase price is largely undervalued, and the fraudster will add additional costs like insurance, vet bills, shipping fees, quarantine housing fees, and more, claiming it must all be paid before the puppy can be sent. Payment is usually sent via e-transfer, though some fraudsters have also asked for payment through Western Union or Bitcoin.
As the holidays approach, investigators anticipate the fraudsters will be ready and waiting and are hopeful this warning will prevent more heartbreaking frauds from taking place.
“These fraudsters frequently try to use the emotion of the situation to their advantage,” says Acting Det. Gehring. “They may claim the puppy is waiting in an airport or shipping facility and will remain there until payment is received, which often tugs at the heartstrings of dog lovers.”
If you are planning to add a new fluffy friend to your home, the EPS advises doing plenty of research to ensure you’re getting a real pet from a trusted organization. When possible, seek out a local organization first. Edmonton has numerous legitimate organizations and registered charities/incorporated societies who have furry friends waiting for their furever homes. If you must search outside of the Edmonton area, keep the following tips in mind:
Do your research.
Research adoption fees and prices for the dog you are considering ahead of time.If the price seems too good to be true, it likely is.
Ask for detailed information about the seller such as full name, phone number and mailing address. Search the seller’s name or phone number online along with the word “scam” or “complaint.”
Try doing areverse image searchof the website or ad photos. If the same photos show up in older ads, on social media or on other websites, it is likely a scam.
Ask questions.Responsible breeders and rescues like to discuss and educate you about the dog or breed. Ask anything you want to know, including breed traits, information about the parents, temperament, the dog’s history or health concerns, etc.
Request proof.Ask for proof of health records/screenings and registration with any breed specific organizations (CKC), all of which you can confirm by calling the veterinarian and organization. This information will also be helpful when you bring your dog home.
Meet in person. If possible, ask to meet the seller and the dog in person or, at minimum, meet them both via video call. If the seller declines, ask why.
Avoid providing payment via e-transfer, Bitcoin or using a money transfer service. Scammers often use these forms of payment because they are like cash; once payment is sent it cannot be retrieved. Use a method of payment that has some form of fraud protection such as a credit card or PayPal.
Be patient. If the seller seems anxious to complete the sale, get your deposit or pushes you to make a quick decision, be cautious. Likewise, don’t trust a seller if they claim they must sell the dog quickly, cannot take care of it or threaten harm to the animal. Responsible breeders and rescues seek out the best homes for their dogs and are typically not in a rush.
Have you lost money to online puppy fraud? Do you have information about an ongoing puppy fraud? Contact the EPS at 780-423-4567 or #311 from a mobile phone.Anonymous information can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online atwww.p3tips.com/250.
A 25-year-old Edmonton man is facing one count of possession of child pornography in connection to a month-long investigation that commenced in early September.
Detectives began an investigation into Nicholas Baglole-Gaudet, 25, of Edmonton, in September, after child pornography allegations involving the accused were brought to their attention.
Investigators executed warrants at Baglole-Gaudet’s southeast Edmonton residence on Sept. 9, and confiscated a laptop computer, which investigators later confirmed contained child pornography.
Baglole-Gaudet, who operated an unlicensed child daycare home at the time, has since been charged with one count of possession of child pornography and one count ofaccessing child pornography.Investigators do not believe any of the pornographic images discovered on his laptop involve any of the children left in his care.
Currently, the accused has been released with several conditions including no contact with any child under the age of 16 except in the presence of a parent or legal guardian.
The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) and the Alberta RCMP are warning families to be cautious about how much contact information they include in online missing persons posts, after receiving reports from three separate families.
The families received text messages from scammers who demanded money because they claimed to know where their loved one was, and some even threatened to harm the loved one if they did not receive money.
Thankfully, none of these families lost money because they called police to report the scam.“We have dedicated units with incredible capabilities who are involved in these files, and our first priority is finding your loved one, explained Acting Sergeant Amanda Johnson with the EPS Missing Persons Unit. “Not only did we locate their loved ones,we also went to great lengths to confirm these messages were not legitimate and ultimately located the source.”
It is clear that the suspects from these events used the family member’s contact information and the details of the missing person provided in public social media posts.
EPS and the RCMP support families and friends spreading information to help find a loved one after they have reported their missing family member to police; however, police encourage families to avoid putting personal contact information in the online messages. Instead, police suggest families ask anyone with information to contact police directly at 780-423-4567. If you are contacted online or via personal phone by someone who claims to have, or know, where your loved one is and demands money,we ask that you not engage and contact police immediately.
“These individuals are using fear and urgency to prey on a highly emotional situation to make a quick dollar. We hope this warning will encourage anyone who receives these messages to contact us so that we can locate their loved one and hold those responsible accountable,” said Sgt. Johnson. “And if you are ever in the difficult position where a loved one has gone missing, please contact police immediately so we can work with you as we begin our investigation.”
"The Alberta RCMP Missing Person Unit assists our front-line officers with over 3,000 missing person and well-being check investigations each year. We understand the urgency involved and encourage people to provide our members with as much information as possible about their loved one so we can make use of social media constructively. " said S/Sgt. Jason Zazulak of the Alberta RCMP Serious Crimes Branch.
If you or anyone you know in Edmonton has been a victim of this scam, contact the Edmonton Police Service at 780-423-4567.
The EPS’s replacement AIR-2 helicopter, approved in the 2019 budget, is about to launch into Edmonton skies.
The new EPS AIR-2 helicopter
The new Airbus H125 helicopter is the same make and model as AIR-1, the EPS’s other helicopter, and will replace an EC120 model that is no longer being manufactured. A fleet consisting of the same aircraft type allows for efficiencies in training and maintenance, as the aircrew do not need to be trained on two different helicopters. The H125 is also able to carry more fuel, allowing for increased flight time, which allows the aircrew to respond and assist when they are needed the most, and work calls to their conclusion. The H125 model is expected to last a minimum of 20 years in a policing environment.
“AIR-1 and AIR-2, our two helicopters, play an integral role in ensuringcitizen and officer safety,” says S/Sgt Paul Shafer, with the EPS Canine and Flight Operations Section. “They allow us to monitor fleeing vehicles from a safe distance,locate missing persons, find suspects who may be trying to evade police, and assist officers on the ground with scene surveillance.”
The EPS helicopters attend over 3,000 calls per year and have a 98% driver apprehension rate with respect to fleeing vehicles (known as criminal flights) in cases where they have managed the event to conclusion. Since the inception of the EPS Flight Operations program in 2001, the helicopters have safely managed over 1,500 criminal flights, which would have otherwise posed significant risk to public safety. When airborne, AIR-1 and 2 have an average response time of 60 seconds.
The originally projected $6.2 million cost of AIR-2 was approved in 2019 as part of a planned fleet replacement to address operational inefficiencies with the existing aircraft. The new AIR-2 was paid for with a loan from the City of Edmonton to the EPS that will be repaid through efficiencies in the EPS operating budget. The final purchase price is projected to come in approximately $250,000 under budget for a total of $5.95 million.
The EPS received the helicopter from the manufacturer Airbus Helicopters earlier in 2020. Eagle Copters Ltd., based in Calgary, has just completed the installation of the mission-specific equipment, including a high definition infrared camera, search light, mapping system, microwave downlink and police radios. The new AIR-2 is expected to be in service before the end of November.
The Edmonton Police Service’s Targeted Response to Auto-theft Prevention (TRAP) Team is seeking public assistance to identify a suspect alleged to have broken into a Terwillegar-area residential complex.
On Nov. 17, 2020, a male and female are alleged to have broken into a multi-unit residential complex in the area of Hanna Crescent and Haddow Drive in Terwillegar, where they allegedly broke into the mailboxes and stole mail. On Nov. 19, 2020, the pair allegedly entered the parking garage and stole a vehicle.
Police are releasing images of the male suspect captured on security footage in hopes that someone may recognize him.
Male suspect
Anyone who has information about this individual 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 atwww.p3tips.com/250.
The Edmonton Police Service’s ongoing commitment to “Social Response Policing” has been recognized with the prestigious 2020 Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police (CACP)/Motorola Solutions Community Safety and Well-being Award for its innovative Heavy Users of Services (HUoS) program.
“The HUoS team continues to demonstrate the value of working with community partners to identify and support those who are better served by being directed to the services they need to address the ‘root causes’ of their victimization, rather than into a justice system that is not equipped to offer the kind of rehabilitation these individuals require,” says EPS Chief Dale McFee.
“The HUoS team is improving lives and helping to build a stronger community, and I congratulate our members and our community colleagues on this well-deserved honour.”
The HUoS program was established in 2013 as a community collaboration between EPS 15 other stakeholder organizations representing the city’s emergency and social service agencies. The program aligns with the EPS Violence Reduction Strategy and is a response to highly vulnerable community members who are most susceptible to victimization and a high utilization of resources. These individuals are frequent users of health, justice and social services and at times use these services incorrectly, such as visiting an emergency room in hope of finding shelter, food, or securing medications to support addictions.
Often, these same individuals encounter law enforcement either as victim or offender, through incidents ranging from minor social disorder to more serious criminal matters. As a result, EPS is often a first contact and a referral partner into the HUoS program.
To date, more than 41 at-risk Edmontonians have participated, accessing supports to address medical, addiction, mental health, housing, and immediate needs such as food and clothing. Assistance is also provided to assist clients in applying to financial support programs and to deal with justice-related issues such as unpaid fines, which could be a barrier to accessing supports.
This is the second time the program has been honoured with HUoS having received the Alberta Association of Chiefs of Police (AACP) Outstanding Service Award in 2018. Heavy Users is one of 35 other programs and police units that now fall under the EPS Community Safety and Well-being Bureau. The Bureau was created out of a re-alignment of police resources in 2019 with the goal of increasing the service’s focus on community safety and well-being from the perspective of social response and social-environmental factors, explains EPS Deputy Chief David Veitch, who is responsible for the bureau.
“Our people-based approach, which focuses on connecting clients to services, supports and treatment, will result in a reduction in calls for service, crime, disorder and harm, and improve the quality of life of those we connect to services over time,” says DC Veitch, who also oversaw the launch of HUoS back in 2013.
“CSWB’s approach to social need response is based on innovative and/or best practice social science research and technology applications developed within the EPS and/or used by other agencies across the world,” he says. “We now have the capability to identify persons we deal with most often for crime, and can also look at the dimensions of crime, from high frequency with violent or property crime and harm, weapon offences, to those we deal with most often for social disorder events to those we have dealt with as victims who may be struggling with mental health issues.”
“EPS has been on the right track for several years now. It’s rewarding work for all of the EPS members involved in CSWB, because we’re already seeing some of the outcomes we’ve been striving to achieve. We believe we are evolving policing to a model that is more socially responsive to the unique conditions faced by our members and our community - the genesis of “Social Response Policing, and our partnering organizations deserve a lot of credit for embracing this vision as well.”
The EPS Heavy Users of Services program partners with 15 primary organizations who include:
Alberta Health Services – Continuing Care
Alberta Health Services - Edmonton Zone Emergency
Alberta Health Services – EMS
Alberta Health Services – Mental Health and Addictions
Bent Arrow Traditional Healing Society
Bissell Centre
Boyle McCauley Health Services
Boyle Street Community Services
City of Edmonton – Housing and Homelessness
E4C
Edmonton Police Service (EPS)
George Spady Society
Government of Alberta – Community and Social Services
Homeward Trust
REACH Edmonton Council
In total, the EPS Heavy Users of Services program partners with more than 100 or so organizations to achieve life-altering outcomes for its clients.
This morning, Nov. 19, 2020 at approximately 1:20 a.m., police were assisting with traffic control at Whitemud Drive eastbound between 17 St and Anthony Henday Drive for the transport of an oversized load, when a vehicle drove through the traffic control, striking a police officer who was on foot.
The suspect vehicle entered into a criminal flight, and police made the decision to pursue based on the dangerous driving that had already been observed.
The suspect vehicle came to a stop in the area of 17 Street just south of Anthony Henday Drive and a male exited the vehicle, then discharged a firearm.
The male was taken to hospital, where he later died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The police officer who was struck by the suspect vehicle was taken to hospital with minor injuries. No other officers were injured in this incident. A female who was also in the suspect vehicle was not injured.
The suspect vehicle was later determined to be stolen and bearing a stolen plate.
The Director of Law Enforcement was notified and has directed ASIRT to lead the investigation into this death. Therefore, the EPS will not be providing further comment.
The Edmonton Police Service Homicide Section continues to investigate the death of a 38-year-old male found deceased on the morning of November 12, 2020.
Just after 10:00 a.m. Thursday, Nov.12, 2020 police responded to the report of a body on the ice on the North Saskatchewan River near the Dawson Bridge. Upon arrival, police located Clifford Stamp, 38, deceased.
Investigators are looking to speak with members of the public who may have been in the area of the Dawson Bridge and noted any suspicious activity between 3:00 a.m. and 5:00 a.m. on the morning of November 12, 2020. Any members of the public with surveillance video or vehicle dash camera video capture in that time frame are asked to reach out to investigators.
An autopsy on the deceased was conducted on Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2020. The cause of death is not being released at this time for investigative reasons. The manner of death has been deemed a homicide.
Anyone with any information in relation to the death of Clifford Stamp 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 atwww.p3tips.com/250.
The EPS Homicide Section has arrested Adam Hardy in relation to the 2019 death of 55-year-old Michael Rose.
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 later deemed the manner of death as homicide.
Investigators arrested Adam Hardy, 38, today, Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2020, on his outstanding warrant for second degree murder in relation to Rose’s homicide.
Adam Brigden, 44,was also charged with second degree murder in relation to Rose’s death on Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2020.
Police are not looking for any additional suspects.
An autopsy held Friday by the Edmonton Medical Examiner has determined that Darrin Dean Cross, 37, of Edmonton, died as a result of a gunshot wound, and the manner of death was homicide.
Northwest Division patrol members found Cross deceased inside a residencenear 120 Avenue and 102 Street, at approximately 4:45 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2020, after responding to a weapons complaint.
Homicide Section investigatorsare now seeking dashcam video from motorists, including taxi drivers that may have been travelling through the area between 3:30 a.m. and 4:30 a.m. Residents living in the area are also asked to check doorbell cameras for surveillance images that may help police advance the investigation.
Anyone with information about this homicide or the suspect(s) responsible 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 atwww.p3tips.com/250.
The Edmonton Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing 50-year-old woman, who was last seen in west Edmonton at approximately 7 p.m., November 13, 2020.
Wendy Bulieuzk, 50,of Bonnyville, was travelling with family to visit her brother in west Edmonton, when a family dispute occurred.
Wendy exited the vehicle and disappeared on foot somewhere near 116 Street and Stony Plain Road. Despite the efforts of her family, Wendy was unable to be found in the surrounding area.
Wendy’sfamily is concerned for her well-being, as she recently changed medications, which may be impacting her behaviour.
Sheis described as a 50-year-old white female, 5’2’’, 140 pounds, brown hair and brown eyes, wearing a plaid fall jacket and shoes.
Anyonewith information regarding her 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 atwww.p3tips.com/250.
The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) continues to seek the public’s assistance in locating missing 73-year-old Carole Byrne, who was last seen in southwest Edmonton on Tuesday, November 10, 2020.
Missing: Carole Byrne, 73
Ms. Byrne is described as a white female, who stands 5’3" tall and weighs approximately 110 pounds. It is believed she may be wearing a black, ¾ length winter jacket with a brown fur trim on the hood, a black toque and mittens, and black leather hiking boots.
The EPS issued a news release on Tuesday, November 10, 2020, indicating that Ms. Byrne was last seen walking away from her residence near Lessard Drive and 57 Avenue at approximately 2:15 p.m. on the same day (Nov. 10, 2020).
Further investigation has revealed that Ms. Byrne was seen approximately an hour later, around 3:15 p.m. that day, on foot near the intersection of Cameron Heights and Chahley Way. Investigators have also obtained residential video surveillance from the area of Clement Court and Chahley Landing, which shows Ms. Byrne speaking with members of the public during her walk, as well as someone driving a dark colored Pontiac Montana. Police are looking to speak with any of those citizens who spoke with Ms. Byrne, as well as the driver of the Pontiac Montana (photo of vehicle below).
Dark colored Pontiac Montana Police looking to speak with driver
Police and family continue to be concerned for Ms. Byrne’s well-being as it is out of character for her to not advise family of her whereabouts and to not return home after a walk. Investigators do not suspect foul play at this time.
The Edmonton Police Service is investigating the suspicious death of a male whose body was discovered Thursday morning in the North Saskatchewan River near the Dawson Bridge.
At approximately 10:15 a.m. today, Thursday, Nov. 12, 2020, Downtown Division patrol members responded to acall from a member of the public, who spotted the body of a male lying on an ice flow on the east side of the river near the Dawson Bridge.
Upon arrival, members located a deceased male on the ice nearby. Homicide detectives have since taken over the investigation. An autopsy has yet to be scheduled by the Edmonton Medical Examiner. No further information is currently available.
Anyone with information about this suspicious death or those responsible, 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.
The Edmonton Police Service has charged a suspect in the stabbing death of Jordan Turnbull, 27.
On November 9, 2020, police arrested Chaze Myron Johnson, 26, and charged him with second degree murder.
Police are not looking for any other suspects in this homicide.
Background
Just after 1:30 p.m. on Oct. 31, 2020, Downtown Division officers responded to the report of a stabbing that had occurred in the area of Alex Taylor Road.
Upon arrival, police located a man who was unresponsive and not breathing. Officers administered CPR until EMS arrived, but unfortunately, the man died at the scene.
A Nov. 3autopsy determined that Jordan Turnbull, 27, died from sharp force injury,and the manner of death was homicide.
The Edmonton Police Service is investigating a suspicious death that occurred earlier this morning in northwest Edmonton.
Northwest Division patrol members responded to aweapons complaint at a residence near 120 Avenue and 102 Street, at approximately 4:45 a.m. today, Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2020.
Upon arrival, members found a deceased individual inside the residence.
Homicide detectives have since taken over the investigation. An autopsy has yet to be scheduled by the Edmonton Medical Examiner. No further information, including gender or age of the deceased, is being released at this time.
Anyone with information about this suspicious death or those responsible, 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 atwww.p3tips.com/250.
The Edmonton Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing 73-year-old female, who was last seen in southwest Edmonton earlier today, Tuesday, November 10, 2020. Carole Byrne, 73,was last seen walking away from her residence near Lessard Drive and 57 Avenue at approximately 2:15 p.m. this afternoon. She is described as a white female, 5’3” tall and 110 pounds. It is believed she may be wearing a black, ¾ length winter jacket, black toque and mitts with black leather hiking boots.
It is out of character for Carole to not advise family of her whereabouts and to not return home after a walk.
Anyonewith information regarding Carole’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 atwww.p3tips.com/250.
The Edmonton Police Service has arrested and charged a 72-year-old Ottawa man in connection to several alleged historical sex offences involving teen athletes in the mid-1970s and early 1980s.
It is alleged that between 1976 and 1980, Kenneth Thomas Porter, 72, who was a coach with the Edmonton Olympic Track and Field Club, sexually assaulted five underage teen males, while under his supervision.
The incidents are alleged to have occurred during track meets held in Calgary and Edmonton, during that time period. Edmonton Police Service Sexual Assault investigators formally launched an investigation into the allegations surrounding Porter in April 2019.
Kenneth Thomas Porter, 72, of Ottawa, arrived in Edmonton yesterday, and was charged at EPS Headquarters with indecent assault on a male (x5) and gross indecency (x5), charges as laid out in the Criminal Code, at that time.
Porter has since been released on a promise to appear. He is next scheduled to appear in an Edmonton court on Dec. 7, 2020.
A 26-year-old man is facing multiple child-luring charges in connection to a series of alleged sexual assaults involving young, teen girls throughout this past summer.
It was reported to police that the accused male introduced himself using a false identity to six teen girls, aged 13 and 14, through the online Snapchat app. The male is alleged to have lured the young girls online using a Snapchat account named “Malik Saifi” with a display name of “djMalik101”.
He subsequently thenpromised to buy the complainants various items,before meeting them in person and engaging in various sexual acts. Investigators believe the incidents occurred between June and August 2020, at the accused’s business. The male was arrested and taken into custody on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2020, during a traffic stop in southeast Edmonton.
Noor Sultan, 26, is facing multiple charges including:
Luring a child under 16 years old (x 6)
Sexual assault (x 3)
Sexual interference (x 3)
Invitation to sexual touching (x 5)
Obtaining sexual considerations (x 4)
Investigators believe there may be additional complainants, and as such, are releasing a photo of the accused today. Police are encouraging anyone who may have been victimized by Sultan to contact the EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone.
Police have charged the driver of a Mitsubishi Lancer that was involved in a fatal collision last week, Thursday, Nov. 5, 2020.
Daniel Stamp, 30, is charged with impaired operation causing death,dangerous operation causing death, refuse breath demand after accident causing death, operation while prohibited and breach condition.
Stampis expected in court on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2020.
Background
At approximately 1:52 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 5, 2020, Southeast Division officers responded to the report of a collision in the area of 38 Avenue and 55 Street. It was reported to police that a Mitsubishi Lancer was travelling eastbound on 38 Avenue towards 55 Street when it collided with two unoccupied vehicles, a Chevrolet Monte Carlo and a Dodge Journey, parked on the south side of the avenue.
Edmonton Fire Rescue attended and removed two passengers, a 23-year-old female and a 30-year-old male, from the vehicle. EMS treated and transported both passengers to hospital; however, the female succumb to her injuries. The male passenger was treated and released. The remaining occupants of the vehicle, the 30-year-old male driver and a 29-year-old male passenger, did not report any injuries.
Alcohol and speed are believed to be factors in this collision.
The Edmonton Police Service is seeking the public's assistance in locating a 14-year-old female youth.
Teagan Leavitt, 14,was reported missing on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2020.She waslast seen at a residence in the area of 113 Avenue and 83 Street on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020.
Teagan Leavittis described as an Indigenous female, 5’10” tall and approximately 110 lbs. She has black straight shoulder length hair and was last seen wearing a grey hoodie with black and pink DC skate shoes. A photo of Leavitt is included below.
Missing youth: Teagan Leavitt, 14
Leavitt’s disappearance is considered to be out of character 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 regardingTeagan Leavitt’swhereabouts is encouraged to call the Edmonton Police Service Complaint Line at 780-423-4567 or Edmonton Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit your tip online atwww.p3tips.com/250.
The Edmonton Police Service is seeking tips and video footage after receiving a report that a female youth was pursued by an unknown male in west Edmonton this week.
It was reported to police that at approximately 5:40 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2020, an 11-year-old female was walking in the area of 142 Street and 80 Avenue when an unknown male exited a vehicle parked nearby and ran after her. The female reportedly ran to safety at a nearby school at which time the male returned to his vehicle and drove away. The female did not report any injuries.
Officers continue to investigate and are asking anyone with information about the event, the suspect or the vehicle to contact the EPS. Drivers or residents in the area who may have dash cam or home security footage that was active at that time are also encouraged to contact police.
The suspect is described as a white male in his 20s and the vehicle is described as a clean, dark coloured small SUV or sedan. A map of the location is included below.
Anyone with information about this incident 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 atwww.p3tips.com/250.
The Edmonton Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a prolific offender wanted on multiple warrants for violence and firearm-related offences.
Kerry McLachlan, 33, of Edmonton,(see photo below) is wanted on more than 30 warrants for various offences, and is believed to be in the Edmonton area.
McLachlan is described as an indigenous male, 5’11” tall and 180 pounds with various tattoos. Investigators believe he may have changed his appearance, included his black hair color, in an attempt to avoid police. He is considered extremely violent and may be armed.
McLachlan is known to frequent the Calder neighbourhood in northwest Edmonton.
Anyone with information regarding McLachlan’s whereabouts is asked to contact police at780-423-4567or #377 from a mobile phone. Anonymous information can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online atwww.p3tips.com/250.
The Edmonton Medical Examiner has completed the autopsy on a male who died on Oct. 31, 2020.
The autopsy, performed Nov. 3, 2020, determined that Jordan Turnbull,27,died from sharp force injury,and the manner of death is homicide.
Detectives continue to seek dashcam video from vehicles that were parked in the area between the hours of 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020.
Anyone with information about this incident 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 atwww.p3tips.com/250.
Background
Just after 1:30 p.m. on Oct. 31, 2020, Downtown Division officers responded to the report of a stabbing that had occurred in the area of Alex Taylor Road.
Upon arrival, police located a man who was unresponsive and not breathing. Officers administered CPR until EMS arrived, but unfortunately, the man died at the scene.
EPS Major Collision Investigations Section (MCIS) is investigating a fatal collision that occurred early this morning in southeast Edmonton.
At approximately 1:52 a.m. this morning, Thursday, Nov. 5, 2020, Southeast Division officers responded to the report of a collision in the area of 38 Avenue and 55 Street. It was reported to police that a Mitsubishi Lancer was travelling eastbound on 38 Avenue towards 55 Street when it collided with two unoccupied vehicles, a Chevrolet Monte Carlo and a Dodge Journey, parked on the south side of the avenue.
Edmonton Fire Rescue attended and removed two passengers, a 23-year-old female and a 30-year-old male, from the vehicle. EMS treated and transported both passengers to hospital; however, the female succumb to her injuries. The male passenger was treated and released. The remaining occupants of the vehicle, the 30-year-old male driver and a 29-year-old male passenger, did not report any injuries.
MCIS continues to investigate and charges are pending against the driver.
Alcohol and speed are believed to be factors in this collision.
The Edmonton Medical Examiner has completed the autopsy on a male who died on Sunday, Nov. 1, 2020.
It has been determined that Frankie Sawan,24,died from a sharp force injury,and the manner of death is homicide.
Earlier this week, EPS Homicide Section charged Roland Blind, 28, with second-degree murder in Sawan’s death. Both men were known to one another.
Background
Southwest Division officers responded at 4:49 a.m., Sunday, Nov. 1, 2020, to a home at 104 Street and 67 Avenue on the report of an injured 24-year-old male. The victim was found unresponsive before officers arrived. Members performed CPR until paramedics arrived, but the man was pronounced dead in hospital.
A suspect was arrested a short distance away from the address.
The EPS Homicide Section has charged a 28-year-old man in relation to the death of a male at a southwest Edmonton residence on Sunday morning, Nov. 1, 2020.
Roland Blind, 28,has been charged with second-degree murder in the death of Frankie Sawan, 24. Both men were known to one another.
An autopsy has been scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2020. There is no additional information available for release at this time.
Background
Southwest Division officers responded at 4:49 a.m., Sunday, Nov. 1, 2020, to a home at 104 Street and 67 Avenue on the report of an injured 24-year-old male. The victim was found unresponsive before officers arrived. Members performed CPR until paramedics arrived, but the man was pronounced dead in hospital.
A suspect was arrested a short distance away from the address.
The EPS Homicide Section is investigating the death of a 24-year-old man who died early Sunday morning. Southwest Division officers responded at 4:49 a.m. today (Sunday, Nov. 1, 2020) to a home at 104 Street and 67 Avenue on the report of an injured male. The victim was found unresponsive before officers arrived. Members performed CPR until paramedics arrived, but the man was pronounced dead in hospital.
A suspect was arrested a short distance away from the address. Homicide Section detectives continue to investigate.
