On Wednesday, April 11, 2018, at approximately 5:45 p.m., Northeast Division patrol officers responded to an acreage located near the northern boundary of the division, after receiving a break-and-enter call from a retired resident.

It was reported to police that the suspect(s) cut the lock off a vehicle gate in the driveway, before breaking into the residence and stealing various items, including a number of registered firearms valued at close to $20,000 and a large amount of ammunition.

The perpetrator(s) then allegedly broke into a garage on the acreage property, where they located a safe. The thieves broke into the safe, which contained a large amount of silver bars currently valued at more than $210,000.

Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of the stolen property and/or those who were responsible for the break and enter is urged to contact the EPS immediately at 780-423-4567or #377 from a mobile phone. Anonymous information can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.p3tips.com/250.

 
The Johnson Mattheysilver bars
involved in an April 11^th B&E are similar
to those included in the photo above.
Note: Johnson Matthey is a natural resource company

On Wednesday, April 11, 2018 at approximately 6 a.m., a 41-year-old female victim was reportedly attacked after exiting her vehicle in the Clareview Transit Centre parking lot.  

While searching inside her vehicle, the female was allegedly attacked from behind by a male who reportedly grabbed her by the hair and forcefully struck her head against the vehicle several times, then proceeded to kick her after she fell to the ground. A female witness attempted to intervene, and was reportedly pushed to the ground by the male attacker. The alleged attacker fled on foot when a male witness subsequently ran to the scene. 

Investigators are asking the two witnesses to come forward, and are also looking for any information about the suspect, who is described as a thin white male in his early twenties, approximately 5’4” to 5’7”. He is reported to have medium-length blond or red hair that was protruding from underneath a black toque, and a small amount of facial hair. The suspect was also wearing a black winter jacket, cream coloured pants and black shoes.

Composite sketch of suspect in reported assault

Anyone with information about this crime is asked to contact the Edmonton Police Service at 780-423-4567or #377 from a mobile phone. Anonymous information can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.p3tips.com/250.

The 24-hour enforcement period took place on Thursday, April 19, 2018. Of the total 2,633 traffic violations, 2,143 were solely related to speed. There were also 357 violations for seatbelt infractions, distracted driving and other Traffic Safety Act violations.  

“Speed continues to be a major issue on our roadways,” says Staff Sergeant Kevin Berge with the EPS Traffic Section. “As the warmer weather approaches, we remind motorists to drive with care and to be safe out there.”

The Edmonton Police Service and the City of Edmonton coordinate regular enforcement campaigns throughout the year (such as Operation 24 Hours) to improve traffic safety on Edmonton’s roadways.

Homicide detectives have deemed the manner of death to be homicide.

Investigators believe Stevenson may have died in 2017. As a result, his death brings Edmonton’s total homicide count in 2017 to 43.

Homicide Section continues to investigate and encourages anyone with information about Stevenson’s death to contact 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 www.p3tips.com/250.

There is no further information available at this time.

Background

At approximately 1:30 p.m. on Monday, April 16, 2018, the body of a missing person was located by utility workers in a new residential area just north of McConachie Drive (175 Avenue) and 57 Street.

On Tuesday, April 17, 2018 the deceased was identified as Chad Stevenson, 41, who was last seen in the Cy Becker neighborhood on the evening of Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2017 and was reported missing by his family. Stevenson’s vehicle, a 2006 maroon Pontiac Montana, was recovered on March 20, 2018, in the area of 51 Street and 162 Avenue.  

Every file is evaluated on a case by case basis. The EPS decided to release the name of the deceased as it serves an investigative purpose.

At approximately 1:50 p.m., Monday, April 23, 2018, Northeast Division officers responded to a weapons complaint in the area of 78 Street and 143 Avenue. It was reported to police that a male suspect, identified as Kenneth Richards, 35, allegedly broke into a residence in the area and, a short time later, a gunshot was reportedly heard.

Upon arrival officers found an injured 25-year-old female identified as Brittany Vande Lagemaat. EMS responded, treated and transported Vande Lagemaat to hospital where she succumbed to her injuries.

At the time, police suspected Richards may have fled to an address in the area of 143 Avenue and 82 Street; however, he was not located and remains at large.

An autopsy was conducted by the Edmonton Medical Examiner today, Wednesday, April 25, 2018. At this time, Vande Lagemaat’s cause of death remains undetermined pending further testing; however, homicide detectives have deemed the manner of death to be homicide.

Investigators are seeking the public’s assistance in locating Richards, who is wanted on province-wide warrants for second-degree murder, housebreaking with intent, possess a prohibited loaded/restricted firearm, possess a prohibited firearm, unauthorized possession of a firearm and breach of recognizance.

Richards is described as 5’11” tall, weighs 160 lbs and has blue eyes and short brown hair with a receding hair line. He has several tattoos, including a symbol on his upper torso and the word “Brittany” tattooed on his left forearm.  Richards was last seen wearing blue jeans, a black zippered hoody, a black baseball cap and black sunglasses. Photos of Richards and his tattoos are included below.

Kenneth Richards, 35

Height: 5'11"

Weight: 160 lbs

Hair: Brown

Eyes: Blue

 Tattoos

Richards and Vande Lagemaat were known to one another.

Richards is considered armed and dangerous and should not be approached.

Anyone with information about Richards’ whereabouts is urged to not approach him and contact the EPS immediately 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 www.tipsubmit.com/start.htm.

Every file is evaluated on a case by case basis. The EPS decided to release the name of the deceased as it serves an investigative purpose.

Karen Noel, 70, was last seen in the Millwoods area at approximately 10 a.m. on Wednesday, April 25, 2018. She is likely to be travelling on foot.

Noel is described as a Caucasian female with short grey hair. She is 5’4” tall and of a slim build. She was last seen wearing a light blue spring coat and a large floppy orange sun hat.

Noel suffers from Alzheimer’s Disease, and wears a medic alert bracelet.

Anyone with information regarding Noel’s whereabouts is encouraged to call the Edmonton Police Service at 780-423-4567 or the Edmonton Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit your tip online at www.p3tips.com/250.

Karen Noel, 70
Missing since the morning of Wednesday, Apr. 25, 2018

On July 27, 2016, Brandon Calahoo, now age22 was arrested and initially charged with aggravated assault after EPS Child Protection Section became involved in an investigation related to a two-month-old female infant who was admitted to hospital with serious injuries.

On August 8, 2016, the infant succumbed to her injuries, and EPS Homicide Section became involved in the investigation.

The Edmonton Medical Examiner completed an autopsy on the infant, but was not immediately able to make a determination about the cause of death. In January 2017, the Medical Examiner confirmed that the cause of death was criminal, at which time the Crown Prosecutor was notified, and upgraded the charges against Calahoo to second degree murder and failing to provide the necessaries of life.

The case is currently before the Courts.

Due to the unusual circumstances of this investigation and the long delay between initial charges and upgraded charges, a media release was not issued in January 2017 when charges were upgraded by the Crown. This homicide is included in the 42 homicides that occurred in 2016. 

At approximately 8 p.m., Thursday, April 19, 2018, Northwest Division officers responded to the report of an assault in the area of 120 Street and 130 Avenue. 

It was reported to police that a male cab driver picked up two passengers, a male and a female, in the area of 161 Avenue and 124 Street at shortly after 6 p.m. The female reportedly exited the cab in the area of 172 Street and 104 Avenue, while the male continued on with his travels, asking the driver to stop at several other locations.

While operating his taxi cab in the area of 120 Street and 130 Avenue just before 8 p.m., the accused allegedly attacked the driver multiple times with an edged weapon. 

Two male citizens walking in the area witnessed the attack and came to the aid of the cab driver. Together, the two citizens removed the suspect male from the taxi cab and, along with the driver, held him at the scene of the altercation until police arrived a short time later.

EMS responded, treated and transported the male cab driver to hospital with non-life threatening injuries. He has since been released.

“This attack was completely random and unprovoked,” says Acting Staff Sgt. Kevin Brookes “The two citizens who assisted undoubtedly prevented further, serious injuries to the cab driver and likely saved his life.”

Officers continue to investigate.

Brady Alook, 19, has been remanded and is charged with attempted murder, aggravated assault, uttering threats, possession of a weapon, possession of narcotics, fare by fraud, breach of recognizance (x2) and several outstanding warrants.

The EPS would like to thank the citizens who assisted in this incident.  For their own safety and the safety of those around them, the EPS recommends that anyone witnessing a crime call police immediately.

Just after 1 p.m. today (April 26, 2018), a citizen noticed Karen Noel in the area of 50 Street and Ellerslie Road and called police.

At approximately 3:30 a.m. today, Saturday, April 28, 2018, West Division patrol officers responded to a disturbance call in the neighbourhood of Rosenthal, near 84 Avenue and 219 Street. Upon arrival officers found a 34-year-old male in medical duress lying on the street.

EMS responded, treated and transported the male to hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries.

Homicide detectives have since taken a male suspect into custody for questioning.

An autopsy has been scheduled for Monday, April 30, 2018. No further information is currently available.

Anyone with information about this suspicious death, including possible residential surveillance video of the incident, is asked to contact the EPS at 780-423-4567or #377 from a mobile phone. Anonymous information can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.p3tips.com/250.

Every file is evaluated on a case by case basis. The EPS has decided not to release the name of the deceased in this investigation for the following reasons: it does not serve an investigative purpose and the EPS has a duty to protect the privacy rights of the victims and their families.

An autopsy conducted by the Edmonton Medical Examiner Tuesday afternoon was unable to confirm the cause of death, at this time, pending further testing.

Police investigators, however, have determined the manner of death to be a homicide. As such, investigators have charged Branden John Morin, 26, of Edmonton, with one count of manslaughter. 

The accused and 34-year-old victim were known to one another. This is Edmonton’s 10^th homicide of 2018.

Every file is evaluated on a case by case basis. The EPS has decided not to release the name of the deceased in this investigation for the following reasons: it does not serve an investigative purpose and the EPS has a duty to protect the privacy rights of the victims and their families.

Background:
At approximately 3:30 a.m., Saturday, April 28, 2018, West Division patrol officers responded to a disturbance call in the neighbourhood of Rosenthal, near 84 Avenue and 219 Street. Upon arrival officers found a 34-year-old male in medical duress lying on the street.

EMS responded, treated and transported the male to hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries.

Dan William Levasseur was last in contact with family at the end of March 2018. He is believed to have travelled to Red Deer, AB on April 2, 2018 where he has family but has not been in contact with them or anyone else.

Levasseur does not have a vehicle and his disappearance is out of character. He is believed to have last been in the area of 65 Avenue and 67 Street in Red Deer.

Levasseur is 5’10” tall, weighs 170 lbs., has brown eyes and brown hair, and may have been wearing a three-quarter length jacket and a back-pack.

Anyone with information regarding Levasseur’s whereabouts is asked to call the Edmonton Police Service at 780-423-4567 or the Edmonton Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit your tip online at www.p3tips.com/250.

At approximately 8:30 p.m. on Monday, January 15, 2018, Northwest Division patrol officers were called to a residence in the area of 118 Avenue and 80 Street after a drug-related altercation occurred between several individuals in the home. This altercation resulted in the stabbing death of Katz, who succumbed to his injuries in hospital two days later.

The Edmonton Medical Examiner completed an autopsy on Jarvis Katz, 28, on Thursday, Jan. 18, 2018. It was determined that the cause of death was a stab wound, and the manner of death was homicide.

Charges have now been laid against two more individuals:

On Friday, April 20, 2018, Jonathan Sidney Burd, 48, was charged with second degree murder, possession of an offensive weapon dangerous to the public, and two breaches of probation.  

Burd was incarcerated for unrelated offences at the time the charges were laid, which delayed the police investigation. Homicide detectives interviewed Burd on Friday, April 27, 2018 to complete the investigation into the murder of Jarvis Katz.

On Monday, April 30, 2018, Alexandra Friesen, 27, was arrested by Downtown Division patrol members in relation to the altercation that led to the death of Katz. She is charged with robbery and assault causing bodily harm against another individual who was also present in the home at the time of the incident.

As previously released by EPS Media Relations Unit on April 10, 2018, Douglas Ronald Hecht, 34, was arrested on Thursday, April 5, 2018 and charged with second degree murder and possession of an offensive weapon dangerous to the public in relation to the death of Jarvis Katz.

Every file is evaluated on a case by case basis. The EPS decided to release the name of the deceased as it served an investigative purpose.

Following a lengthy investigation, Richard William Rockey, 46, has been charged with first degree murder in the May 2015 death of Randy Evans, 54.

Investigators believe Rockey stabbed Evans during an attempted robbery, resulting in his death.

With the assistance of Vancouver Police, Rockey was arrested by EPS Homicide Section detectives in Vancouver on Friday, April 27, 2018. He has since been transported back to Edmonton and remanded.

Background

At approximately 1:46 a.m. on Wednesday, May 20, 2015, West Division officers responded to a call at 151 Street and 111 Avenue, where they found 54-year-old Randy Evans lying outside the front doors of the Aurora Hotel. At the time, investigators believed he was involved in an altercation.

Evans was treated at the scene and immediately transported to hospital by EMS, but died several days later. An autopsy conducted by the Edmonton Medical Examiner determined the cause of death to be a stab wound to the chest. EPS Homicide Section deemed the manner of death to be homicide.

On Tuesday, May 26, 2015, police released information about an abandoned, stolen Dodge Durango that they believed was linked to the incident. It was later determined this vehicle was connected to the crime.

At approximately 6:45 p.m. on April 19, 2018, University of Alberta Protective Services contacted police to report a post that had been discovered on the social media app, Chillabit. Posted April 17, 2018, the post threatened to blow up two university buildings on a future date, possibly identified as April 30, 2018.

As soon as the post was detected, University Protective Services and police investigated and continuously monitored campus buildings and found no evidence of any explosives on campus. An evacuation was not deemed necessary.

EPS Cyber Crime Investigations Unit was able to identify the suspect, who was arrested without incident on campus on the morning of April 20, 2018. Following the execution of a search warrant at his residence, police charged Ryan Fang, 20, with uttering threats and conveying a false message with intent to injure or alarm.

“Social media can give us the feeling of being anonymous and without consequence, but police take threats to public security very seriously,” says Det. Philip Hawkins with EPS Cyber Crime Investigations Unit. “This particular threat resulted in a large-scale police investigation of the student’s home that involved our tactical and bomb disposal units.”

Kenneth Richards, 35, was taken into custody without incident yesterday evening, Thursday, May 3, 2018, in the area of 24 Avenue and 107 Street. Richards has been charged with second-degree murder, housebreaking with intent, possess a prohibited loaded/restricted firearm, possess a prohibited firearm, unauthorized possession of a firearm and breach of recognizance.

Homicide detectives continue to investigate.

Since issuing a news release seeking the public’s assistance in locating Richards, police received a great deal of information from the public, ultimately leading to his arrest. The EPS would like to thank the public and the media for their assistance.

There is no additional information available at this time.

Background

At approximately 1:50 p.m., Monday, April 23, 2018, Northeast Division officers responded to a weapons complaint in the area of 78 Street and 143 Avenue. It was reported to police that a male suspect, identified as Kenneth Richards, 35, allegedly broke into a residence in the area and, a short time later, a gunshot was reportedly heard.

Upon arrival officers found an injured 25-year-old female identified as Brittany Vande Lagemaat. EMS responded, treated and transported Vande Lagemaat to hospital where she succumbed to her injuries.

At the time, police suspected Richards may have fled to an address in the area of 143 Avenue and 82 Street; however, he was not located. Detectives confirmed that Richards and Vande Lagemaat were known to one another.

An autopsy was conducted by the Edmonton Medical Examiner and Vande Lagemaat’s cause of death was undetermined pending further testing; however, homicide detectives deemed the manner of death to be homicide.

On Wednesday, April 25, 2018, the EPS issued a news release seeking the public’s assistance in locating Richards, who was wanted on province-wide warrants.

Every file is evaluated on a case by case basis. The EPS decided to release the name of the deceased as it served an investigative purpose.

Southeast Division patrol officers responded to a 911 disturbance call at a suite near 96 Avenue and 87 Street, at approximately 4 p.m, Monday, May 7, 2018.

Upon arrival, EPS members found a deceased 33-year-old female in the suite. Police have since taken a 41-year-old male suspect into custody. Homicide Section detectives have since taken over the investigation, and are now investigating the death as a domestic violence incident.

The suspect and deceased were known to one another, and have been estranged for several years.

Investigators continue to conduct interviews today, and charges are pending. No further information is available at this time. An autopsy is scheduled for Wednesday.

Police encourage anyone with information regarding this incident to contact 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 www.p3tips.com/250.

Every file is evaluated on a case by case basis. The EPS has decided not to release the name of the deceased in this investigation for the following reasons: it does not serve an investigative purpose and the EPS has a duty to protect the privacy rights of the victims and their families.

On Friday, April 27, 2018, Donovan Kyle Hancock, 32, was arrested in Valleyview by the Valleyview RCMP.

Hancock remains in custody and is charged on seven outstanding warrants related to the March 24, 2018 shooting in west Edmonton, including aggravated assault, discharge a restricted/prohibited firearm with intent, possession of a weapon dangerous to the public, possess a prohibited firearm (x2), careless use of a firearm and possession of a firearm knowing its possession is unauthorized.

The EPS would like to thank the RCMP, the public and the media for their assistance in locating Hancock.

Background

On Saturday, March 24 2018, police responded to a business in the area of 156 Street and Stony Plain Road for a trouble not known. On arrival, police were met by a 36-year-old male with gunshot wounds.

EMS responded, treated and transported the male to hospital with non-life threatening injuries. He has since been released.

Following a thorough investigation, officers learned that a 36-year-old male was reportedly involved in an altercation with another male at the business during which a firearm was produced and he was shot.

On April 11, 2018, police issued a media release seeking the public’s assistance locating the shooting suspect, identified as Donovan Kyle Hancock, 32.

Hancock was wanted on seven outstanding warrants related to this incident.