Category: RCMP Updates

  • RCMP Commissioner Presents 17 Bravery Awards in Edmonton

    RCMP Commissioner Presents 17 Bravery Awards in Edmonton

    Edmonton – On Wednesday, RCMP Commissioner Brenda Lucki joined Deputy Commissioner Curtis Zablocki, Commanding Officer of the Alberta RCMP, in the presentation of Commendations for Bravery to 17 recipients in private ceremony at “K” Division Headquarters. “Everyone being honoured here today has placed the safety of others above their own,” said Commissioner Brenda Lucki. “I…

  • Alberta RCMP Change of Command Ceremony Welcomes Deputy Commissioner Curtis Zablocki

    Alberta RCMP Change of Command Ceremony Welcomes Deputy Commissioner Curtis Zablocki

    Edmonton – Monday, March 18th, special guests and RCMP employees witnessed Deputy Commissioner Curtis Zablocki assume command of the Alberta RCMP from Deputy Commissioner Todd Shean. “I am extremely honoured and humbled to be selected as the 25th Commanding Officer of the Alberta RCMP,” said Deputy Commissioner Zablocki. “Policing is about people and I am committed to working…

  • Strathmore RCMP Investigating Death – Update

    Strathmore RCMP Investigating Death – Update

    Strathmore, Alta. – On March 17, 2019, at approximately 3:30 a.m., Strathmore RCMP responded to a call of a male who had been shot in his vehicle. Police and EMS arrived on scene and discovered a deceased male. An autopsy was completed on March, 19, 2019 by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in…

  • RCMP Major Crimes Unit Request Public’s Assistance

    RCMP Major Crimes Unit Request Public’s Assistance

    Strathcona, Alta. – RCMP Major Crimes Unit and Strathcona RCMP have charged two additional males with first degree murder in regard to the Sept.13, 2018 murder of Aldane Mesquita. This brings the total number of individuals charged in this murder to seven. The two additional males charged are: Tyson Richard Clark (30) currently in the…

  • Crowsnest Pass RCMP seek public assistance in locating missing male – Located

    Crowsnest Pass RCMP seek public assistance in locating missing male – Located

    Crowsnest Pass, Alta. – Crowsnest RCMP would like to advise that Stuart David Duff has been located.  He is safe and unharmed. RCMP would like to thank the public and the media for their assistance. BACKROUND: Jan. 18, 2019 Crowsnest Pass RCMP seek public assistance in locating missing male Crowsnest Pass, Alta. – Crowsnest RCMP are seeking the public’s assistance…

  • Alberta RCMP Hosted Brave Kids During Kids With Cancer Event

    Alberta RCMP Hosted Brave Kids During Kids With Cancer Event

    Edmonton – Alberta’s finest hosted Alberta’s bravest as part of the Alberta RCMP’s “dream experience” with the Kids with Cancer Society on Tuesday, March 12th. Five kids, accompanied by parents and some lucky siblings, spent a full day at “K” Division Headquarters in Edmonton. They got to see where 911 calls are received, try out…

  • Alberta RCMP Reminds you to Buckle up Every Single Time you Hit the Road

    Alberta RCMP Reminds you to Buckle up Every Single Time you Hit the Road

    Edmonton – As the Albertan winter continues, RCMP would like to remind all drivers that #TrafficSafety starts with buckling up. It’s the simplest and most effective way to protect you and your passengers from injury in the event of a collision. In 2018, Alberta RCMP issued 9,568 tickets related to occupant restraint offences. Alberta RCMP encourages you to practice…

  • Turner Valley RCMP Seeking the Public’s Assistance in Locating Wanted Male

    Turner Valley RCMP Seeking the Public’s Assistance in Locating Wanted Male

    Turner Valley, Alta. – Turner Valley RCMP are seeking the public’s assistance in locating Matthew Lee Grouette who is charged and wanted in connection to multiple crimes in the Turner Valley area. Grouette’s warrants are for the following charges: Mischief (x4) Theft over $5,000 Theft under $5,000 Theft of Motor vehicle Fail to comply with release condition (x3) Traffic charges (x3)…

  • Airdrie RCMP’s First “Mochas with Mounties” a Success

    Airdrie RCMP’s First “Mochas with Mounties” a Success

    Airdrie, Alta – Airdrie RCMP hosted their first “Mochas with Mounties” at Sorso Lounge last week and it was a huge success. RCMP developed this program as they wanted a way to engage the community and to connect with the people of Airdrie. What better way to do this than have coffee in an open forum.…

  • RCMP Make Arrest in Relation to Okotoks Break and Enter at Tailgate Mercantile

    RCMP Make Arrest in Relation to Okotoks Break and Enter at Tailgate Mercantile

    Okotoks, Alberta – On March 1st, 2019 at approximately 1:00 am the business Tailgate Mercantile Co. located at 21 Elizabeth Street was broken into and RCMP began to investigate. Entry was gained by smashing the front windows of the business.  Video surveillance from the premise showed two males entering and taking multiple NHL Lacer Sweaters and Hoodies…

  • Alberta RCMP Warn Public of Frauds – Over 11,000 reports received last year

    Alberta RCMP Warn Public of Frauds – Over 11,000 reports received last year

    Edmonton – March is Fraud Prevention Month and in all of 2018, there were over 11,000 reports of fraud within Alberta RCMP jurisdiction. Impersonation and identity related incidents accounted for 14 per cent of all reported frauds for the year. Protect yourself by learning how to recognize fraud. Here are some tips: If it sounds too…

  • Turner Valley RCMP – Repeat Property Crime Offender Apprehended

    Turner Valley RCMP – Repeat Property Crime Offender Apprehended

    Turner Valley, AB – On February 26, 2019 shortly after 8:00pm, a member of the public reported 2 suspicious vehicles south of Black Diamond.  The drivers of a white Chevrolet Avalanche and a red Dodge Durango were believed to be impaired by alcohol or drugs at the time.  The two vehicles fled from police on Fire…

  • Banff RCMP Recover Detonated Improvised Explosive Device

    Banff RCMP Recover Detonated Improvised Explosive Device

    Banff, Alta – On February 26, 2019 Parks Canada employees located an improvised explosive device which had detonated within a garbage receptacle near Carrot Creek in Banff National Park. The device, which was of the type commonly referred to as a pipe bomb, had caused damage to the bin. The Banff RCMP have recovered the device and are…

  • High River RCMP Seek Public Assistance

    High River RCMP Seek Public Assistance

    High River, Alberta –  High River RCMP are seeking the public’s assistance after multiple commercial break and enters. On Friday February 22nd, 2019, at approx. 03:45 a.m., a business located on 11 Ave SE was the victim of a break and enter. Three individuals who are believed to be males, entered the property using a large cube van but were scared off when an…

  • Okotoks RCMP investigate Fatal Motor Vehicle Collision

    Okotoks RCMP investigate Fatal Motor Vehicle Collision

    Okotoks, Alberta – On February 17th, 2019 at approximately 12:08 pm, Okotoks RCMP responded to a report of a single vehicle collision that struck a light standard on 32nd street at North Railway in the Town of Okotoks. The lone female occupant of the vehicle, a 61-year-old resident of Okotoks, sustained severe injuries and was later pronounced deceased on…