Category: RCMP Updates

Edmonton – This October, the Alberta RCMP reminds all road users that pedestrian safety is a shared responsibility between motorists and pedestrians. This Thanksgiving long weekend, police forces across Canada are gearing up for the annual #OperationImpact awareness campaign, organized by the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police (CACP), to encourage safe driving behaviours. The campaign supports Canada’s…

Airdrie, Alberta: On October 2nd, 2018 Airdrie RCMP were investigating a suspicious vehicle complaint in a field by Township Road 273A and Dickson Stevenson Trail. The suspect vehicle fled the scene, ramming the police vehicle and narrowly missing the police officer who jumped out of the way.  A pursuit ensued but due to high rates of…

Southern Alberta – Despite several warnings in conjunction with Alberta 511 reports, travelers ventured onto southern Alberta highways. In anticipation of severe snowstorms, Alberta RCMP first began issuing warnings about extremely poor driving conditions, starting at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday. Motorists were requested to avoid travel on Highway 1, west of Calgary. At 1:30 p.m., an update…

Airdrie, Alberta– Airdrie RCMP are requesting the public’s help in locating a stolen 2005 Black Ford Super duty truck with Alberta licence plate BJJ 9959. RCMP were investigating a suspicious vehicle complaint in a field by Township Road 273A and Dickson Stevenson Trail. The suspect vehicle fled the scene, ramming the police vehicle and narrowly…

On September 26, 2018 at approximately 9:20 pm, the Cochrane RCMP responded to a single vehicle rollover collision on Hwy 22 between Redwood Meadows and Bragg Creek.  It appears the dark blue early 90’s GMC Sierra was travelling northbound on Hwy 22 when it left the roadway and rolled in the east ditch. Unfortunately, one of the…

High River, Alberta –  High River RCMP is committed to increasing community safety by using a crime reduction strategy that focuses on identifying repeat offenders, gathering intelligence and conducting enforcement initiatives. On Monday Sept.17-18, 2018, High River RCMP executed a search warrant involving stolen property north of High River at a commercial location. Two males and one female have been arrested. One…

High River RCMP is seeking assistance from the public in identifying two suspects after responding to a break and enter at a local apartment complex. The suspects were seen on surveillance at the front entrance attempting to gain entry into the secured apartment complex however were unsuccessful. The suspects later gained entry through a side door and…

Airdrie, Alberta – This month, a dedicated Airdrie RCMP officer took it upon herself to organize a school supply drive for students within the City of Airdrie. Cst. Samantha Hennessey, a 2-year member at Airdrie Detachment came up with the idea and coordinated the drive. Cst. Hennessey challenged her fellow RCMP officers and support staff to donate school supplies or even donate money to the cause. She did this to simply lend…

Crowsnest Pass, Alberta – The Crowsnest RCMP worked with Alberta Forestry and the RCMP Forestry Crimes Unit to solve an arson investigation.  A fire was reported to the RCMP by the Crowsnest Pass Fire Department on August 16, 2018 and the investigation was launched. The fire was started on August 9 at approximately 1:30 p.m.  Four hectares were…

Gleichen, AB – On September 11th, 2018 Gleichen RCMP executed a Search Warrant at a suspected drug house on the Siksika Nation.  Arresting residents, investigation revealed that premise occupants were trafficking in nerve pain medication and selling it to users on the Siksika Reserve. Charged with Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking, Crystal BULLCHIEF (age 44), Melfort…

Strathmore, Alberta – A 49 year old female has died following a dog attack at a residence near the community of Langdon in Rockyview County.  The incident took place on September 15 shortly after 6:00 P.M.  The dog, a boxer pitbull cross, initially attacked a three year old female toddler before turning on the victim.  EMS and…

Edmonton – Alberta roads typically experience an influx of drivers during long weekends and this Labour Day was no exception. This September, Alberta RCMP and Alberta Traffic Sheriffs are focusing their #TrafficSafety messages on the dangers of speeding and impairment by alcohol. From August 31 until September 3, 2018, there were 262 reported motor vehicle…