Fatal collision on Calgary Trail

The Edmonton Police Service is investigation a fatal collision that occurred on Calgary Trail last night.

On Monday, June 29, 2015 just before 10 p.m., EPS responded to a single vehicle fatal collision on Calgary Trail southbound at Ellerslie Road.

It is reported that the vehicle was travelling on Calgary Trail southbound when it struck a light standard.

Investigations reveal that the 1988 GMC pickup truck involved in the collision was reported stolen. Police believe speed may be a factor in this collision.

The lone 30-year-old male driver was confirmed deceased on scene. 

This is Edmonton’s 12 fatal collision in 2015.

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Celebrate Canada Day responsibly

The Edmonton Police Service is working with other City of Edmonton agencies to create a safe environment that enhances public safety for citizens and emergency responders and the protection of property during Canada Day celebrations.

The Edmonton Police Service would like to wish all Edmontonians and visitors to the city a safe and enjoyable Canada Day. We ask that all paricipants celebrate responsibly and within the law.

When dealing with large crowds, small acts of disorder can lead to major crime that threatens public safety. The police will demonstrate little tolerance for unlawful behavior.  

What to expect:

• In order to avoid congestion and maintain pedestrian and traffic flow, individuals may be directed by the police to keep moving to another area.
• If you are asked by an officer to stop an inappropriate action and you choose to continue that behavior, you will be removed from the area.
• Open liquor; urinating in public; loud, obnoxious and/or aggressive behavior are all offences and will prompt police attention.

Edmonton is a great festival city because of our citizens. Have a safe and responsible Canada Day!

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Fatal collision on Calgary Trail

On Monday, June 29, 2015 just before 10 p.m., EPS responded to a single vehicle fatal collision on Calgary Trail southbound at Ellerslie Road.

It is reported that the vehicle struck a power pole and a male driver was confirmed deceased on scene. 

Police are investigating and are advising motorists to take alternate routes as Calgary Trail southbound from Ellerslie Road is closed at this time. 

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Homicide Section investigating serious assault

The Edmonton Police Service is investigating an assault that occurred over the weekend, which has left one man in critical condition.

On Sunday (June 28, 2015) at approximately 1:15 a.m., police and EMS responded to an aggravated assault call in the area of 122 Avenue and 97 Street. Upon arrival, EPS and EMS found a man who had been stabbed during an altercation. The man was treated on scene by EMS and then transported to hospital where he remains in critical condition.

The 23-year-old suspect, Mitchell Lee Anderson of Manitoba, was apprehended at a nearby residence and has been charged with attempted murder and possession of an offensive weapon in relation to this incident.

The two individuals involved were not known to one another and alcohol is believed to have been a factor.

The accused is currently remanded in custody. His next court appearance is July 2, 2015 at 9 a.m..

Anyone with information about this incident is asked 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 http://ift.tt/1az8Eve.



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Police remind citizens to never leave children unattended in a vehicle

With summer upon the city, the Edmonton Police Service is reminding parents and guardians to never leave children unattended in a vehicle.

“Safety must be top priority, regardless of the weather or inconvenience,” says Const. Christine Debienne with the EPS Child at Risk Response Team (CARRT). “Children left alone in a vehicle face a number of dangers – medical distress, accidently putting the vehicle in motion, exiting the vehicle and wandering off and theft of automobile, to name a few. A vehicle cannot protect a child.”

The EPS charged a woman this week after being called to a child left unattended in a vehicle on June 23, 2015. Southeast Division members responded to Mill Woods Town Centre Mall (66 Street and 23 Avenue) at 5:50 p.m. after it was reported an infant had been left in a locked, running vehicle for approximately an hour.

Officers were approached by the child’s mother, who had allegedly left the child in the vehicle while she attended a restaurant in the area. Emergency Medical Services attended the scene. The one-year-old male infant was distressed but unharmed.

The woman was charged with one count of cause a child to be in need of intervention under the Child, Youth and Family Enhancement Act.

“We’re thankful this incident was resolved without serious harm to the infant,” says Staff Sgt. Warren Driechel with Southeast Division. “Don’t let a vehicle provide a false sense of security. Bottom line – a vehicle is not a babysitter.”

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Child sexually assaulted in pet store

A man has been arrested and charged after a child told her mother she was sexually assaulted in a store.

On Saturday, June 20, 2015, a 5-year-old girl and her mother were shopping in a pet store in the west end in the afternoon. It is reported that while the girl was away from her mother for a short period of time, a male suspect allegedly approached her and led her to the men’s washroom where he allegedly sexually assaulted her.

Police responded to the area, located and arrested the suspect a short distance away with the description that was given by the complainant and other witnesses in the store. 

“This alleged occurrence is particularly unusual and concerning as this sexual assault occurred with a stranger,” says Acting Staff Sgt. David Jones with Edmonton Police Child Protection Section. Most cases of child abuse occur with an adult the child already knows.”

Child abuse investigations conducted at the Zebra Child Abuse Centre in Edmonton found 98% of the involved suspects were known to their victims in 2014.

Adrian Ballantyne, 27, is charged with sexual interference, sexual assault and breach probation.

Ballantyne is scheduled to speak to bail on Friday, June 26, 2015.

The Edmonton Police Service is releasing Ballantyne’s photos as investigators believe there may be other young complainants. Ballantyne has been known to travel in Alberta, Saskatchewan and British Columbia.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police by calling the EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone. Anonymous information can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at http://ift.tt/1az8Eve.

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EPS invites public to Queen Mary Park community barbeque

The Edmonton Police Service invites members of the public to join officers at a community barbeque in the Queen Mary Park area on Sunday, June 28, 2015.

“We encourage Edmontonians to discuss community issues and concerns, and we felt a barbeque would be a perfect place to continue the conversation,” says Const. Steven Meunier with Downtown Division. “We’re looking forward to meeting members of the public and connecting with Queen Mary Park residents over lunch. Everyone is invited to attend.”

The event is a chance for the public and EPS to openly discuss community conditions, with a focus on improving safety in Queen Mary Park.

“Having an opportunity for residents to meet with EPS members and discuss our concerns in a casual gathering is great,” says Queen Mary Community League President Randy Shuttleworth. “This is an example of the initiative the EPS has shown in making Queen Mary Park a safe neighbourhood. We’d like to thank them for all their efforts – residents are certainly noticing the improvements.”

The barbeque will run from 1-3 p.m. at the Queen Mark Park Community League Hall.

Queen Mary Park Community Barbeque

Date: Sunday, June 28, 2015

Time: 1-3 p.m.

Location: Queen Mark Park Community League Hall, 10844 - 117 Street

 

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Sunday, June 28, 2015 @ 2 p.m.

Queen Mark Park Community League Hall, 10844 - 117 Street

Cst. Meunier with EPS Downtown Division will be available for comment.

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