Valleyview, Alberta – Valleyview RCMP are seeking the public’s assistance in locating 64-year-old Lee Aldrich. Lee was reported missing yesterday and left a residence near Valleyview and has not returned.
Valleyview RCMP are concerned for his safety and well-being and would like to speak with him.
Lee is described as:
• Caucasian male
• 5″7′ tall
• Approximately 150 lbs
• Gray hair
• Blue eyes
64-year-old Lee Aldrich – MISSING
If you have information on Lee’s whereabouts, please call Valleyview RCMP at 780-524-3345. 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.
St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador – On Friday, May 1, 2020, RCMP and RNC Traffic Services partnered together for a strategic traffic enforcement initiative on the Trans-Canada Highway near Paddy’s Pond, which resulted in 62 charges. Despite recent media coverage relating to poor driving behavior in the province, police continue to see vehicles travelling at dangerous speeds.
During this initiative, police laid 58 speed-related charges, two charges for drivers not having an insurance policy on the vehicle, one charge for having an unregistered vehicle, and one equipment violation. Of the speeding violations, four involved excessive speeding of 155 km/h, 160 km/h, 162 km/h and 163 km/h. Seven vehicles were impounded and four driver’s license suspended.
Joint traffic enforcement by RCMP and RNC Traffic Services on TCH near Paddys Pond, May 1, 2020, L-R Cst. Raymond Whalen, Sgt. Matthew Christie, Cst. Michael Shea, and Cst. Kurt Russell
The driver of one of the vehicles seized called for a friend to pick her up. The friend was charged for speeding at 150 km/h while on the way to pick up the driver.
RCMP NL Traffic Services continues to have a presence on the highways and in communities to ensure safety for all.
Calgary, Alberta – The Calgary Police Service is seeking public assistance to locate a man who has been missing for the past two weeks.
Simpson VAN DER LINDEN, 34, was reported missing by family members on Thursday, April 30, 2020. Since then, the investigation has revealed he was last seen in the Beltline area of Calgary on Tuesday, April 21, 2020, at 6:45 p.m.
VAN DER LINDEN is described as Caucasian, 5’7” tall, 160 pounds, with brown hair and hazel eyes. VAN DER LINDEN is clean shaven and was last seen wearing a dark colored jacket, white T-shirt, grey pants, surgical mask and headphones.
Investigators have learned that VAN DER LINDEN does not have access to a vehicle and was last known to be travelling on foot.
Simpson VAN DER LINDEN – MISSING
Anyone who may have seen or spoken with VAN DER LINDEN before he went missing, or who may have information about his current whereabouts, is asked to call police at 403-266-1234 or Crime Stoppers anonymously using any of the following methods:
Gander, Newfoundland and Labrador – Gander RCMP seizes more than $14,000 in cash and a quantity of cocaine and methamphetamine pills following a traffic stop in Gander.
A 49-year-old man from Clarkes Head is facing drug-trafficking charges after Gander RCMP found a quantity of drugs and cash following a traffic stop in Gander.
On May 1, 2020, Gander RCMP were on patrol and observed a truck they recently stopped for having no registration driving on Edinburgh Avenue. Police conducted a traffic stop to ensure the registration was now valid.
Gander RCMP seizes more than $14,000 in cash and a quantity of cocaine and methamphetamine pills following a traffic stop in Gander.
Officers observed suspected cocaine on the floor of the truck and arrested the driver, Jeffery Mullett, for possession of cocaine.
A search of Mullett and the vehicle was conducted. A quantity of cocaine, more than 200 Methamphetamine pills and over $14,000 in cash was located.
Mullett was released from custody and is set to attend court on August 11, 2020, to face charges of possession of cocaine and possession of drugs for the purpose of trafficking.
Lethbridge, Alberta – The Lethbridge Police Service has initiated a service investigation into the actions of several officers who responded to a report of a firearms complaint Monday morning.
On May 4, 2020 at approximately 11 a.m. police responded to two 911 calls reporting a person in a Storm Trooper costume carrying a firearm along the 500 block of 13 Street North. Upon police arrival the subject dropped the weapon but did not initially comply with further police directions to get down on the ground. The weapon was ultimately confirmed to be a fake firearm and the female subject, who indicated she was an employee promoting a local business, was not charged. The female sustained a minor injury but did not require medical attention.
(File Photo) Storm Trooper
Upon reviewing the file and additional information, including video circulating on social media, Chief Scott Woods has directed a service investigation under the Alberta Police Act that will look into whether the officers’ acted appropriately within the scope of their training and LPS policies and procedures.
As the matter is now under investigation, police will not conduct interviews or comment further in order to protect the integrity of the ongoing investigation.
In response to a number of public comments and inquiries being received, police advise the community that regrettably we do not have the capacity to respond to every individual call and message.
A public update will be provided after the investigation has been completed and reviewed.
Maskwacis, Alta. – Tyrone Emblau was arrested without incident by the Maskwacis RCMP Community Response Unit and General Investigative Section (CRU-GIS) on the evening of May 5th, 2020. Maskwacis CRU-GIS located Emblau at a residence in Calgary. Calgary Police Service and the Calgary Sheriffs assisted with arresting Emblau.
Emblau remains in custody and is scheduled for court in Wetaskiwin on May 14th on the charges related to his escape.
BACKGROUND
Maskwacis, Alberta – On Sunday, May 3, RCMP responded to a report that Tyrone Michael Emblau (36) had escaped custody of Correctional Services of Canada.
Emblau fled from the minimum-security Pê Sâkâstêw Centre in Maskwacis where he was serving a sentence for assault with intent to resist arrest. He is facing charges by the Maskwacis RCMP for prison breach, escape from lawful custody and being unlawfully at large.
Tyrone Emblau is described as follows:
– 36-years-old
– 6’2” tall
– 260 pounds
– Medium complexion
– Black hair and green eyes
Tyrone Emblau CAPTURED
The RCMP is looking for your help in locating Tyrone Emblau. If you have seen Tyrone, please contact the Maskwacis RCMP at 780-585-3767 or call your local police. If you want to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers by phone at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), by internet at www.tipsubmit.com, or by SMS (check your local Crime Stoppers www.crimestoppers.ab.ca for instructions).
Strathcona County, Alberta – On May 4, 2020, at 6:14 a.m., Strathcona County RCMP responded to a 911 call of a male with a firearm at a residence on Range Road 222. To protect the public, the area was contained, traffic was diverted and nearby residences were evacuated. When Strathcona RCMP, including the Emergency Response Team, made entry onto the subject’s property, three people and one dog were located, deceased.
RCMP Major Crimes are actively investigating what is believed to be the homicides of a 55-year-old woman and a 13-year-old girl. A 53-year-old male has died as a result of a self inflicted injury. All three were members of the same family.
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The RCMP remained on scene at the residence overnight and the investigation is ongoing. As per the provisions of the Federal Privacy Act, names of the victims will not be provided by the RCMP.
“Because the RCMP does not anticipate that this incident will result in criminal charges, we are limited in the information that we can provide to the public” says Superintendent Dave Kalist, Detachment Commander of Strathcona County RCMP. “This is an extremely horrific situation and we ask that respect, support and privacy be directed to this family.”
BACKGROUND
Strathcona County, Alta. – RCMP advise the situation near Township Road 520 between Range Road 221 and Range Road 222 is over and all roads have been cleared for motorists.
RCMP are still on scene and will be continuing their investigation. There is no concern for the public in the area.
No further details are available at this time and an update will be provided when more information becomes available.
Powerview-Pine Falls, Manitoba – On May 3, 2020, at approximately 9:00 am, Powerview RCMP executed a search warrant at a residence on Dupont Street, in Powerview-Pine Falls.
Officers seized approximately 60 grams of crystal methamphetamine, 6 grams of cocaine, two loaded syringes of suspected liquid methamphetamine, cash, a pellet gun, bear spray, cell phones, and assorted drug paraphernalia.
Officers seized approximately 60 grams of crystal methamphetamine, 6 grams of cocaine, two loaded syringes of suspected liquid methamphetamine, cash, a pellet gun, bear spray, cell phones, and assorted drug paraphernalia.
Morgan Bruyere, 25, of Powerview-Pine Falls, was arrested and charged with Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking x2 and Possession of an Imitation Firearm.
Caleb Johnston, 31, of Winnipeg, was arrested and charged with Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking.
Both were remanded into custody.
RCMP continue to investigate.
The RCMP remains fully committed to enforcing laws against illicit drugs to their fullest extent as those who produce and traffic illicit drugs destroy lives, homes and communities.
Salmon River, Nova Scotia – Colchester District RCMP responded to a disturbance call at a home on Salmon River Rd. in Salmon River during the evening of May 3. While police were investigating the disturbance, firearms and explosives were located inside the home.
As a precaution, police evacuated the building which contained a total of four units. Police obtained a warrant, and seized 17 firearms and a large amount of ammunition from the home. In addition, explosive materials, including a commercial detonator, a grenade, a smoke grenade, flares, and gun powder. Nobody was injured, and once police had secured the firearms and explosives, the residents were allowed to return to their homes.
File Photo
A 55-year-old Salmon River man was arrested at the scene without incident. He was held in custody overnight and was released the following day on conditions to appear in Truro Provincial Court on June 3, for charges including:
Assault
Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
Unsafe Storage of a Firearm
Possession of Explosive Device
The victim of the assault and the accused are known to one another. The investigation is ongoing and is being led by the Colchester District RCMP Community Action Team (CAT), which is comprised of members from Colchester Street Crime Enforcement Unit and General Investigation Section. Investigators were also assisted by the RCMP Explosives Disposal Unit and the National Weapons Enforcement Support Team (NWEST).
Watson Lake, Yukon – Several firearms, ammunition and other illegal items were seized by the RCMP during the execution of a search warrant.
On April 30, 2020 the National Weapons Enforcement Support Team (NWEST) received information that a man in Watson Lake had acquired the components of an AR-15-style assault rifle. Investigation into the man determined he is currently prohibited from possessing firearms and ammunition.
A search warrant was executed on the man’s residence in the early morning hours of May 3, 2020. Based on a risk assessment and the man’s history with firearms and threat-related offences, a full Critical Incident Program team consisting of the Emergency Response Team (ERT) and other support elements, was deployed to assist.
File Photo – RCMP Vehicle
Jordan Teters, 41, was arrested without incident. During the search of his residence, officers located and seized the following amongst other items:
components believed to be for an AR-15 assault rifle;
Headingley, Manitoba – On May 3, 2020, at approximately 11:20 am, officers with the Manitoba RCMP Roving Traffic unit conducted a traffic stop on a westbound vehicle located on Highway 1, approximately two kilometres east of Brandon.
Following a discussion with the driver of the vehicle, an inspection of the load uncovered 350 cases of illegal tobacco, containing 3,500,000 cigarettes.
Officers arrested the 36-year-old male driver, from Calgary, and took him into custody.
350 cases of illegal tobacco, containing 3,500,000 cigarettes
The driver was later released on court imposed conditions for court scheduled July 2, 2020, in Winnipeg and is facing charges under the Criminal Code of Canada for trafficking contraband tobacco, the Tax Administration and Miscellaneous Taxes Act (TAMTA) and the Excise Act, 2001. If convicted, the driver could face a mandatory triple tax penalty of over $3,000,000.00 under the TAMTA.
“We believe that this is one of the largest seizures of illegal tobacco from a traffic stop in Canada,” said Staff Sergeant Kyle McFadyen of the Manitoba RCMP’s Traffic Services. “It really speaks to the importance of the Manitoba RCMP’s Roving Traffic Unit. This unit is comprised of officers with specialized training who work to identify potential criminals travelling on our roadways. The officers do this work as they conduct Highway Traffic Act enforcement.”
Medicine Hat, Alberta – On May 5, 2020, at approximately 9:15 pm, Medicine Hat 911 Communications received a report from a male in St. Louis, Missouri that a manifesto had been posted to the internet platform Reddit, which contained threats to the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital. As a result, the hospital was placed on lockdown.
Medicine Hat Police Service investigators began tracing the origin of the online threat. It was determined that a 12-year-old male, who has ties to Medicine Hat, but is now living in Airdrie, Alberta, had been online gaming with persons unknown from different parts of North America. One of the other players became angry and stated that they were going to “swat” the young player.
Threat to Medicine Hat Hospital Determined to be Prank
Swatting is the action or practice of making a prank call to emergency services in an attempt to bring about the dispatch of a large number of armed police officers to a particular address. It is sometimes connected to online video gamers, used as a punishment or retaliation for losing, by someone who wants to frighten, upset, or cause problems for that person.
Police completed an Emergency Disclosure Request to trace the IP address associated with the threat and determined the origin of the message to be from the Seattle, Washington area, eliminating the male youth from Airdrie, AB as the suspect and making him another victim of this offence.
Once it was determined there was no credible threat to the hospital, the lockdown was lifted. With the assistance of the online platform administrators the account and threats were removed from the website.
Police are urging parents to speak to their children about the dangers of online multiplayer gaming including the importance of:
Asking for permission before using new apps/games
Not responding to or clicking on messages or links from someone they don’t know
Telling parents if they come across something or someone online who makes them feel uncomfortable
Not accepting requests from another gamer to chat on another site
Lethbridge, Alberta – Lethbridge Police have charged a second 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.
Lethbridge Homicide Investigation
Police subsequently identified two suspects. The first, a 27-year-old male, was arrested May 1. The second, a 33-year-old male was arrested May 5 without incident.
Justin Robert Adel White Cow, 33, of Lethbridge, is charged with second degree murder. He and his co-accused, Jason Paul James Crane Chief, 27, of Lethbridge, both remain in custody. They will appear in court May 11, 2020 for a bail hearing.
Police are not seeking any additional suspects in relation to this matter.
Leduc Alberta – (10:12 AM) QEII, northbound and southbound at Highway 2A is impassable to travel for an indeterminate time while RCMP are on scene at an incident.
Motorists travelling north can exit on 2A and motorists travelling south need to exit at Leduc. Semi trucks will need to exit at Airport Road.
Clyde River, Nunavut – On May 5, 2020 shortly after 11:00 pm, Clyde River RCMP responded to a disturbance at a residence in the community. While at the residence, an officer became involved in a use of force situation and discharged their firearm.
A 31-year-old man from Clyde River was immediately transported to the Health Centre and was pronounced deceased.
File Photo – RCMP Patch
Ottawa Police Service has taken conduct of the incident and is en-route to Clyde River to conduct an independent investigation into the actions of the RCMP. Please refer any further media enquiries to OPS.
Winnipeg, Manitoba – Between April 28 and May 4, 2020, the Manitoba RCMP received 95 calls related to COVID-19. The majority of the calls were reports of ten or more people gathering at a location and not respecting the orders in place under The Public Health Act.
Enforcement was not required for any of the calls as they either did not fall under the purview of the RCMP or were resolved through education and/or guidance given by responding officers.
In 12 instances, officers attended the location of the complaint and issued a verbal warning.
MANITOBA RCMP response to Coronavirus disease
No charges were issued during this reporting period.
The RCMP would like to thank all Manitobans for their continued support and cooperation.
Manitobans living outside of Winnipeg are reminded not to call 911 for COVID-19 related issues. Reports of non-compliance can be made to the Manitoba Government Inquiry line at 1-866-626-4862.
Fort Macleod, Alberta – Methamphetamine, cocaine and suspected carfentanil were seized from a suspected drug dealer in Fort Macleod. ALERT conducted the investigation in partnership with Fort Macleod RCMP.
On April 29, 2020, ALERT Lethbridge’s organized crime team concluded a short-term drug trafficking investigation by executing a search warrant at a home in Fort Macleod. Alberta Sheriffs’ Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods (SCAN) team and Alberta Health Services also provided assistance.
ALERT seized three rifles from the home, alongside approximately $26,000 in drugs and cash:
25 grams of suspected carfentanil;
56 grams of methamphetamine;
15 grams of cocaine; and
$14,175 cash.
Photo by ALERT
A 47-year-old woman was arrested, who ALERT suspected of drug trafficking in Fort Macleod and surrounding communities. Nicole Colacci was charged with possession of drugs for the purpose of trafficking, possession of proceeds of crime, and multiple firearms 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.
ALERT was established and is funded by the Alberta Government and is a compilation of the province’s most sophisticated law enforcement resources committed to tackling serious and organized crime.
Calgary, Alberta – Residents of a Downtown apartment building were evacuated by our officers after a resident reported that a bullet had been shot through his wall from an adjacent unit.
We received the call around 11:20 a.m., on Wednesday, May 6, 2020. We immediately contained the building, located in the 1100 block of 8 Avenue S.W., safely evacuated residents and stopped traffic from driving in the area.
Calgary Police Service
Officers entered the apartment where the gunfire originated almost two hours later and found the suspect had fled before we arrived. At this time, there are no known injuries connected to the incident, but we are still investigating to identify a suspect and learn what happened.
“Firearm calls are extremely challenging and dangerous for our officers and the public,” said Inspector Melanie Oncescu, Duty Inspector with the Calgary Police Service. “Until we know that the danger is gone, we have to respond as if there is still a person with a gun in the apartment and take every precaution to protect citizens and first responders.”
When high-risk calls occur, resources can quickly be pulled from across the Service to make sure we have all the specialized skills and equipment we need on scene to safely resolve the situation.
“We appreciate the public’s patience when incidents like this occur,” adds Insp. Oncescu. “We always try to do everything we can to resolve calls as safely and quickly as possible.”
Anyone with information on this incident is asked to call our non-emergency line at 403-266-1234. Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers through any of the following methods:
Lakeville Westmorland, New Brunswick – Human remains discovered in Lakeville Westmorland, N.B. on May 2, 2020 have been positively identified as those of 27-year-old Adam Grant Howard. The New Brunswick RCMP are investigating the circumstances of his death as suspicious.
Adam Howard was last seen at a home on Route 115 in Irishtown on January 6, 2020. Police have determined he was texting with friends that morning, asking for a drive. He left the home around noon, and police are trying to determine if he left on foot or in a vehicle. He was reported missing to police on January 8.
File Photo – Human Remains
On May 2, 2020, the Southeast District RCMP received a report that some of Adam Howard’s personal belongings were located near a wooded lot in Lakeville Westmorland. A search of the area was conducted, and human remains were found. Police have confirmed they are those of Adam Howard.
Police are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding his death, including if anyone was involved in his death and how his body came to be in the location where it was discovered.
Anyone with information on Adam Howard’s death, or who may have had contact with him after January 6, 2020, is asked to contact the Southeast District Crime Reduction Unit at 506-533-5151.
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia – The Stevenson family would like to thank our community, the province of Nova Scotia, Canada, as well as Heidi’s extended RCMP and policing family for the incredible outpouring of love and support we have received in the last couple of weeks. Your stories and memories have been a source of comfort for us, and we truly appreciate all of the tributes to Heidi that we have seen taking place through music, writing and kind gestures in communities across the country.
Constable Heidi Stevenson, Regimental #45161
Our family is only one of many families who are grieving deeply for loved ones lost in recent weeks. We would like to send our sincere condolences to everyone who is navigating this very tough road along with us. We understand your pain and are thinking of you.
There’s no doubt in our minds that the kindness shown to us and to Heidi since her passing has given us strength. We are grateful for all of the thoughts and prayers during this difficult time, and respectfully ask for privacy as we grieve.
