Lethbridge, Alberta – Lethbridge Police are investigating a sudden death after the body of a male was located earlier this morning in a west side park.

Just before 7 a.m. EMS responded to a report of a male asleep against a snow fence in Assiniboia Park along the 100 block of Jerry Potts Boulevard. When paramedics arrived the male was found to be deceased and police were subsequently contacted.

Officers are currently on scene and the investigation is still in its early stages, however there is no evidence to suggest foul play at this time.

The investigation is ongoing and no further information is available for release.

Lethbridge Police Service

Langdon, Alberta – Strathmore RCMP are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 73-year-old Arpad Papp. Arpad was reported missing last evening and left a residence just outside Langdon at approximately 1:00 p.m., and has not returned. Arpad is driving a 2012 orange Dodge Journey with Alberta license plate #PJM150.

Strathmore RCMP are concerned for his safety and well-being and would like to speak with him.

Arpad is described as:

• Caucasian male

• 5″8′ tall

• 182 lbs

• Greyhair

• Blueeyes

If you have information on Arpad’s whereabouts, please call Strathmore RCMP at 403-934-3968. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.

Strathmore RCMP

Grande Prairie, Alberta – The Grande Prairie RCMP have charged two people, and seized drugs and weapons, following a traffic stop.

On Apr. 21, 2020, shortly after midnight, Grande Prairie RCMP were conducting patrols in the community of Clairmont, where two vehicles were observed to be parked. Police conducted traffic stops withboth vehicles. Further investigation led police to arrest both the female driver and male passenger of one vehicle.

A search following arrestresulted in police locating and seizing a large bowie knife, a sawed off .22 calibre rifle, and a container holding a small amount of fentanyl, crystal methamphetamine, and what appeared to be crack cocaine.

Bruce Tronsgard (41) and Melissa Healey (35), both of Clairmont, have each been charged with 3 counts of Possession of a Controlled Substance.

Tronsgard has been charged with14 additional offences, including the following:

• Careless use of a firearm

• Carrying a concealed weapon

• Unauthorized possession of a firearm

• Possession of weapons contrary to an order

• Fail to comply with a release order

Tronsgard is scheduled to appear in Grande Prairie Provincial Court on May 11, 2020, and Healey is set to appear on July 3, 2020.

The Grande Prairie RCMP is committed to community safety and will continue working towards reducing crime through enforcement such as this.

Grande Prairie RCMP
File 2020-502772

Lethbridge, Alberta – Lethbridge Police have charged a male with second-degree murder in connection with the death of a 43-year-old man last week.

On April 27, 2020 at approximately 6:55 a.m. police responded to a report of an injured male at an apartment building along the 1200 block of 4 Avenue South. Police and EMS attended and located a deceased 43-year-old male inside one of the units.

Investigation by members of the Criminal Investigation Section determined that during the evening of April 26, 2020, the male had been inside his apartment socializing with acquaintances when a physical altercation ensued, resulting in the victim sustaining fatal injuries. When a friend attended the victim’s apartment the following day they found him unresponsive and called for help.

Police subsequently identified a suspect who was arrested on May 1, 2020 without incident and is currently remanded in custody.

Jason Paul James Crane Chief, 27, of Lethbridge, is charged with second-degree murder. Crane Chief is scheduled to appear in court for a bail hearing on May 11, 2020.

The identity of the victim will not be released.

Lethbridge Police Service

Ponoka, Alberta – The RCMP have arrested and charged a male after he allegedly threatened to bear spray a child who was riding a bike on 54 Street.

On May 1 at 5:00 p.m., RCMP responded to a complaint that an adult male, who was observed carrying a large bottle of liquor, threatened a 6-year-old child. The male was walking on the sidewalk, and the child was on a bike. Information obtained from witnesses indicates that a dog was growling and the male became agitated and threatened the child.

The male ran into his nearby residence and remained inside until the RCMP obtained a warrant to enter the residence, located him, and arrested him. The Police Dog Service was utilized to assist in the arrest of the non-compliant male.

Clinton Roy Green (30) is facing eight criminal charges in relation to this incident. His charges include uttering threats, assault with a weapon, assault a police officer and resist arrest. He remains in custody pending a bail hearing on May 12, 2020.

“While this child was not physically injured, we appreciate it was a scary situation for the child and the family nonetheless” says Corporal Jeff Sehn of the Ponoka RCMP Detachment. “Incidents like this won’t be tolerated in our community, particularly at a time when citizens may feel vulnerable during this pandemic.”

Ponoka RCMP

Red Deer, Alberta – Red Deer RCMP are asking for the public’s assistance to locate a missing 17-year-old female. Julia Faith Friesen was last seen in Red Deer on April 26, 2020. RCMP wish to confirm her safety and well-being.

Julia is described as:

– 5’0” / 100 lbs

– Shoulder length dark brown hair / Blue eyes

– Nose piercing

– Homemade tattoos on fingers, arms and legs

– Last seen wearing baggy light grey sweat pants / long sleeved camo sweater

If you have any information in relation to Julia’s whereabouts, or have been in contact with her, please contact the Red Deer RCMP at 403-343-5575. If you want to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.

Red Deer RCMP

Whitecourt, Alberta – On May 1, 2020 at approximately 9:30 p.m., a SUV with a lone occupant was stopped for speeding by an Alberta Sheriff on Highway 43.

Whitecourt RCMP were assisting when the female driver sped off from the traffic stop during an impaired driving investigation. The female had been advised she was under arrest before she fled from police.

A short pursuit was initiated and the vehicle was at one-point running on all four rims as a result of a successful deployment of a tire deflation device near Highway 43. The SUV eventually stopped and the female driver was arrested without incident. Police seized in excess of 30 grams of cannabis from inside the vehicle.

Ashlee Phillips (31) of Red Deer, Alta., was charged with:

• Fail/refuse to comply with an ASD demand

• Assault police officer

• Flight from police

• Dangerous driving

• Obstruction of a peace officer

• Unlawful possession of cannabis in excess of 30 grams

She was released from custody after a judicial hearing and is set to appear in Whitecourt Provincial Court on July 14, 2020.

Whitecourt RCMP

Upper Gagetown, New Brunswick – The New Brunswick RCMP’s Major Crime Unit is investigating the death of a 26-year-old man from Waterborough, N.B., as a homicide.

On May 3, 2020, shortly before 9:45 p.m., members of the West District RCMP responded to a 911 call at a home on Highway 102 in Upper Gagetown for a report of a firearms incident. A woman who had been in the home reported being assaulted. The woman was able to leave the home and was taken to hospital with serious but non-life threatening injuries.

In the early morning hours of May 4, police were able to gain entry into the residence. They discovered the body of a 26-year-old man who was a victim of a homicide. Police also found the body of a 53-year-old man from Upper Gagetown. Criminality is not suspected in his death. A firearm was seized from the scene.

Autopsies are being conducted. The investigation into the deaths is ongoing.

New Brunswick RCMP

Poplar River, Manitoba – On April 29, 2020, Poplar River RCMP received information about several suspicious packages sent on a commercial flight from St. Andrews Airport to Poplar River. Officers intercepted the packages upon their arrival in Poplar River and discovered approximately 109 grams of cocaine, hidden inside several hollowed out cans.

Officers have identified the suspect as 25-year-old Jennifer Fontaine, and have obtained a warrant for her arrest. She is believed to be in the Winnipeg area. If you have any information on her whereabouts, please call Poplar River RCMP at 204-244-2745.

Poplar River RCMP

Ste. Rose du Lac, Manitoba – On May 1, 2020, the Ste. Rose du Lac RCMP along with assistance from the newly formed West District Crime Reduction Enforcement Support Team (CREST) executed a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act search warrant at a residence located on the Ebb and Flow First Nation.

The search resulted in the seizure of over 95 grams of cocaine, a firearm and a large sum of Canadian currency.

Officers arrested Brian Cochrane, a 55-year-old male, at the scene and remanded him into custody on charges of Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking, Possession of Property Obtained by Crime and Unsafe Storage of a Firearm. He is scheduled to appear in Winnipeg Provincial Court later today.

The Crime Reduction Enforcement Support Team focuses on intelligence-based investigations into drugs, rural property crime and serious, prolific offenders within our communities. There are currently three CREST teams in the province, one in the north, one in the east and one in the west.

Ste. Rose du Lac RCMP continue to investigate.

Ste. Rose du Lac RCMP

O’Chiese First Nation, Alberta – On May 1, 2020 the Rocky Mountain House RCMP responded to a 911 call about a male in a residence in medical distress. RCMP and EMS attended and the male was declared deceased. The death was deemed suspicious and the RCMP Major Crimes Unit (MCU) was deployed.

The 41-year-old male’s death is being treated as a homicide by RCMP Major Crimes Unit (MCU).

MCU remains on scene at the residence actively investigating this incident. Anyone who may have information for the RCMP is asked to call Rocky Mountain House RCMP at 403-845-2881.

An update will be provided when available.

Rocky Mountain House RCMP

Camrose, Alberta – May 5, 2020 – While conducting general patrols Police recognized a male who had an outstanding warrant. He was arrested and remanded into custody.

Police received a call from a residence regarding a male who was causing a disturbance. The family discussion had escalated into a verbal argument but nothing physical had occurred. The situation was mediated with the aggressor leaving for the evening.

An altercation between two men was observed by a witness who contacted Police. The argument was over one of the males putting garbage into a dumpster that didn’t belong to him. The confrontation escalated to one of the males kicking the vehicle owned by the second male causing minor damage. A mischief charge is pending based on whether the two men can come to an agreement on repairs.

A female contacted Police when a male with a no contact condition attended her residence intoxicated. The male who was thereby breaching his no contact condition with her as well as his curfew was not located. The male is facing two counts of breaching his conditions.

Police were contacted in regards to an assault which had occurred in a residence. Police attended and located an intoxicated male outside the home. The investigation determined that the male had assaulted a female and then made a threatening gesture with a knife toward others in the home. The 36 year old was arrested and is in custody as Police continue with their investigation.

May 4, 2020

On April 21, 2020, Police responded to numerous mischief complaints throughout the City of Camrose where suspect(s) had broken windows to a downtown business, windows to 6 vehicles belonging to citizens of Camrose, 2 windows to the Boys and Girls club van, and damage to a school.

During the investigation Police spoke with several witnesses and obtained an extensive amount of video surveillance near the damaged properties. As a result of this canvass, Police noted a group of individuals who were observed fleeing the area near one of the mischiefs. The same group was observed on other surveillance cameras in the city which abled police with help from the public to identify the people involved. Police then conducted interviews where it was ultimately determined that one youth, who cannot be named pursuant to the Youth Criminal Justice Act, was responsible. The youth is subsequently facing 9 counts of mischief under $5000.00 and has been compelled to the Camrose Provincial Youth Court.

Police would like to thank members of the public for providing helpful information and the businesses who provided video surveillance relating to this investigation. The collaboration between the public and the police ultimately lead to the apprehension of the individual responsible for causing significant damage in the community.

May 3, 2020

A Police investigation determined two holiday trailers in Camrose that were purchased over the last few months had been reported stolen. The VIN numbers had been altered to disguise the fact that the trailers had been stolen out of the Calgary area over the winter. Police are continuing the investigation.

A woman contacted Police asking for assistance with her son who was intoxicated and causing issues within the home. The 35 year old male who was aggressive with his parents and uncooperative with Police was arrested to prevent further breach of the peace. The male was lodged and released when sober.

While conducting patrols a Police vehicle was nearly struck at the intersection of 48 ave and 68 street. A traffic stop was conducted of the offending vehicle and the male driver was arrested for impaired driving. At Police headquarters the 30 year old provided samples of his breath that were nearly twice the legal limit. Police checks determined that the male’s license was suspended due to an impaired driving conviction in 2017. The male was charged with impaired driving and with driving while suspended.

May 2, 2020

A west-end business contacted Police advising that a female was attempting to leave their store without paying for merchandise. The female who was high on illicit drugs was arrested for breaching her conditions. The property was returned and she was issued a trespass notice. While in custody the female’s physical condition deteriorated and EMS transported her to St. Mary’s hospital.

May 1, 2020

The owner of a 2001 Ford F150 advised that he had left his vehicle unlocked and someone had been inside and tampered with the ignition.

A male reported that his 2008 Dodge Charger had been stolen overnight from 47 ave in the 5300 block. The vehicle keys had been left in the glove box.

Police received a complaint of a male running and screaming in the hallways of an apartment building. Police located and identified the male who was clearly under the influence of illicit drugs. The male was arrested to prevent further breach of the peace and lodged until sober.

Camrose Police Service

Upper Gagetown, New Brunswick – The New Brunswick RCMP’s Major Crime Unit is investigating the death of a 26-year-old man from Waterborough, N.B., as a homicide.

On May 3, 2020, shortly before 9:45 p.m., members of the West District RCMP responded to a 911 call at a home on Highway 102 in Upper Gagetown for a report of a firearms incident. A woman who had been in the home reported being assaulted. The woman was able to leave the home and was taken to hospital with serious but non-life threatening injuries.

In the early morning hours of May 4, police were able to gain entry into the residence. They discovered the body of a 26-year-old man who was a victim of a homicide. Police also found the body of a 53-year-old man from Upper Gagetown. Criminality is not suspected in his death. A firearm was seized from the scene.

Autopsies are being conducted. The investigation into the deaths is ongoing.

New Brunswick RCMP

Selkirk, Manitoba – On May 3, 2020, at approximately 7:25 am, Selkirk RCMP with assistance from the Emergency Response Team and our Police Dog Services unit, executed a search warrant at a residence located on Sveinson Street in the City of Selkirk. The search resulted in the recovery of a sawed-off shotgun, ammunition, a small quantity of unknown drug, Canadian Currency, numerous unused gift cards and drug paraphernalia.

A 23-year-old male and 23-year-old female, from Selkirk, were arrested on scene, and will face drug and firearm related charges. They were released on conditions to attend court scheduled in August 2020, in Selkirk.

Selkirk RCMP continue to investigate.

Selkirk RCMP

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan – Between Feb. 4 and Apr. 26, 2020, Saskatchewan RCMP received multiple reports of break-and-enters, thefts and property-related offences across central Saskatchewan. A joint investigation involving several RCMP detachments was launched by the Saskatoon RCMP Provincial General Investigation Section (GIS) to identify the person(s) responsible for these crimes.

Evidence gathered throughout the investigation, which included surveillance videos, revealed an unknown male and a white Ford F150 truck was present at various crime scenes. With the assistance of several RCMP detachments and Saskatoon Police Service, more information about the truck was received. Officers were able to identify the owner of the vehicle and the male in the surveillance videos as 37-year-old Cody Kemick.

On May 2, 2020, Saskatoon Provincial GIS along with officers from Saskatoon, Outlook, Rosetown and Humboldt detachments executed a search warrant at Kemick’s residence in Saskatoon. Kemick and another occupant of the residence were arrested without incident.

A search of the residence resulted in the seizure of approximately $35,000 worth of stolen property which included items such as tools, computers, electronic devices, ammunition, cheques, hair salon products, lottery tickets and clothing. These items are believed to be from break and-enters into several businesses, residences and vehicles in Lucky Lake, Dinsmore, Rosetown, Kerrobert, Aberdeen, Humboldt, Milden, Conquest and Saskatoon.

Cody Kemick (DOB: 1983-03-13), of Saskatoon, has been charged with three counts of Break and Enter, 10 counts of Possession of Stolen Property, one count of Theft and one count of Mischief.

Chantal Dubois (DOB: 1979-12-29), of Saskatoon, has been charged with one count of Break and Enter and seven counts of Possession of Stolen Property.

Kemick and Dubois have been remanded for court in Saskatoon on May 6, 2020.

The investigation is ongoing.

Saskatoon RCMP

Stephenville, Newfoundland and Labrador – Bay St. George RCMP are investigating a report of a single shot fired at a residence on Oceanview Drive in Cape St. George.

At approximately 11:00 a.m., on May 2, 2020, police responded to a report that someone had shot at a window in a residence on Oceanview Drive in Cape St. George sometime overnight. Police Dog Services West were called in to assist.

Police advise the public that this appears to be an isolated incident. The investigation is continuing.

Anyone with information about this incident, please contact Bay St. George RCMP at 709-643-2118 or contact Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (TIPS is 8477), by Secure Web Tips at www.nlcrimestoppers.com, or by downloading our free and secure mobile app. Search your App Store for “P3 Tips”. Electronic tips submitted to Crime Stoppers are encrypted, entirely confidential and completely anonymous.

Bay St. George RCMP

Dieppe, New Brunswick – A 60-year-old man from Dieppe, N.B., has been arrested following an incident that took place in the community.

On May 3, 2020, shortly after 7 p.m., members of the Codiac Regional RCMP responded to a report of a man threatening to harm himself inside a home on Lorette Street.

Once on scene, police arrested the individual outside the home without incident. He was transported to the hospital. While securing the residence, police seized three unsecured long-gun rifles and two unsecured shotguns as well as ammunition.

The man remains in hospital and the investigation is continuing.

Codiac Regional RCMP

Medicine Hat, Alberta – Following a four-month investigation ALERT has seized 1.7 kilograms of methamphetamine in Medicine Hat. The seizure is believed to be the city’s largest.

ALERT’s Medicine Hat organized crime team concluded its investigation on April 28, 2020, with the help of Medicine Hat Police Service, Calgary Police Service, and the RCMP. Two suspects have been arrested.

“We know this region has been impacted by meth and its associated crimes such as thefts, break-ins, and violence-related occurrences. Police agencies are working together to disrupt these large drug trafficking networks and keep the community safe,” said Supt. Dwayne Lakusta, ALERT Chief Executive Officer.

The estimated street value of the Medicine Hat bust is pegged $127,000. In addition to 1.7 kilograms of meth, 20 grams of cocaine was also seized.

Since April 2017 ALERT teams across the province have seized approximately 67 kilograms of meth. Of that total, approximately seven kilograms of meth was seized in the Medicine Hat area.

The most recent Medicine Hat meth seizure came as the result of an investigation that began in January 2020. ALERT received information about a Calgary-based suspect, who was supplying large amounts of methamphetamine and cocaine into the city.

Amanda Montgomery, a 48-year-old woman from Calgary, and Keith McVittie, a 50-year-old man from Calgary, were charged with multiple drug-related offences.

Members of the public who suspect drug or gang activity in their community can call local police, or contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Crime Stoppers is always anonymous.

Medicine Hat Organized Crime Team

Law Enforcement Response Teams (ALERT)

Deschambault Lake, Saskatchewan – On April 29, 2020, two people were charged in separate incidents near the community of Deschambault Lake under the Saskatchewan Alcohol and Gaming Regulation Act for Bootlegging.

Information was received that a suspected local bootlegger was in the back in the community after leaving a few hours earlier. A traffic stop was done by officers and open alcohol was immediately located within the vehicle. A further search of the vehicle revealed several more bottles of beverage alcohol located hidden within the vehicle.

A few hours later, additional information was received that a different person was in the community and was also believed to be transporting alcohol into the community. A traffic stop was done by RCMP officers with the vehicle. The driver of vehicle is currently on conditions to not possess any alcohol, but was caught transporting several bottles of distilled alcohol and beer.

All of the alcohol was seized from both vehicles and charges have been laid on both persons under Sec. 138 of the Saskatchewan Alcohol and Gaming Regulation Act. One of the persons was also charged under the Traffic Safety Act for operating an unregistered vehicle.

Deschambault RCMP

Hillsborough, New Brunswick – A 49-year-old-man from Hillsborough, N.B., has been charged with first-degree murder in connection with the death of a 43-year-old woman from Hillsborough.

On May 2, 2020, at approximately 10:20 a.m., the Southeast District RCMP received a report of a woman possibly being deceased at a residence on Main Street in Hillsborough. When police arrived, they discovered the body of a woman.

Shortly after, a 49-year-old man was arrested and taken into custody. He was driving in a vehicle a few kilometres away from the scene at the time he was arrested. Both the suspect and victim were living together.

On May 3, Calvin Andrew Lewis appeared in court by way of tele-remand and was charged with first-degree murder in the death of Tina Tingley-McAleer.

On May 4, 2020, Lewis appeared in court by way of a tele-remand. He has been sent for a 30-day psychiatric evaluation. He is scheduled to appear in Moncton Provincial Court on June 4, 2020, at 1:30 p.m.

New Brunswick RCMP’s Major Crime Unit is continuing to investigate this incident.

New Brunswick RCMP