Police were called around 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 20, 2015 to investigate a report of a body found in area of 108 Street and 108 Avenue.

An autopsy scheduled for today.

No further information will be released at this time.

Anyone who has information about this crime 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.tipsubmit.com/start.htm.

“More than 75 per cent of Canadians are currently covered by similar legislation in B.C., Ontario and Quebec,” said EPS Police Chief Rod Knecht. “The Alberta Association of Chiefs of Police has periodically approached previous governments on this issue. We’ll be making arrangements to meet with the new Transport Minister in the near future to again discuss this important issue.”

Within the past 24 hours, excessive speed appears to have played a factor in the death of two more motorists; one involving a motorcycle that collided with a parked vehicle, the other involving a vehicle rollover on Yellowhead Trail, earlier this morning, which claimed the life of the driver. 

On just one evening alone this week, Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2015, EPS officers dealt with five individuals driving at excessive speeds.

• Driver of a Ford Mustang was recorded travelling southbound on 34 Street near 28A Avenue at 141 km/h in a 60 km/h zone.
  
• Driver of a Cadillac Seville was travelling westbound on Argyll Rd. and 75 St at a speed of 127 km/h in a 60 km/h zone.
  
• Officers conducting laser enforcement near 73A Street and 153 Avenue observed a driver passing several vehicles at a speed of 154 km/h in a 60km/h zone. Several children had just crossed the road.
  
• Driver of a stolen Dodge Ram truck entered into a Criminal Flight reaching speeds of between 120-140 km/h through a residential area near 90 Avenue and 50 Street.
  
• Driver recorded travelling 112 km/h in a 60 km/h zone on 184 Street at 126 Avenue. The male driver had recently received his licence back after a suspension for previous traffic offences.

“There isn’t a day that goes by that the lives of innocent citizens and offenders aren’t placed in life-threatening situations by motorists driving at irresponsible speeds,” said Chief Knecht. “To be clear, this sort of reckless driving behaviour isn’t just occurring on freeways. It’s now happening on residential streets in many jurisdictions across the province, which should be deeply concerning for all Albertans.”

The Edmonton Police Service proposes that Alberta introduce Excessive Speed legislation that gives police the discretion to seize vehicles and issue suspensions to drivers going in excess of 50 km/h over the posted speed limit.

The EPS proposal also calls for court-imposed fines and six demerit points applied to the individual’s driving profile. First-time offenders would have their licence suspended and vehicle seized for seven days, second-time offenders would be penalized at 30 days respectively, and subsequent offences would translate into a 30-day licence suspension and vehicle seizure.

So far in 2015 (YTD to end of July), a total of 277 tickets have been issued for mandatory court speeding violations - speeds exceeding 50 km/h over the limit.

There have been 24 traffic fatalities in Edmonton in 2015 (YTD). There were 23 over a 12-month period in 2014.

When officers arrived at the scene several bullet casings were located on the street about a block away, in the area of 101 Avenue and 108 Street.

A 32-year-old man suffering from gunshot wounds was found nearby at 107 Street and Jasper Avenue. The man was treated at the scene and taken to hospital. The shooting victim is known to police and the shooting is not a random incident.

Anyone with information about the incident and/or suspects is asked to contact the Edmonton Police Service 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 atwww.tipsubmit.com/start.htm.

The remains of Lan (Lana) Cam Kasjaniuk, 51, were found in the area of 108 Street and 108 Avenue.

Homicide Section continues to investigate and no further information will be released at this time.

Detectives ask that anyone who has information about this crime 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.tipsubmit.com/start.htm.

It was reported to police that on Saturday, Aug. 1, 2015, at approximately 12:40 p.m., a male suspect was travelling westbound on the Whitemud near 53 Avenue, when he allegedly threw a large rock at a photo radar vehicle parked on the grassy medium in the middle of the freeway. The rock struck the rear driver’s side panel and dented the door causing more than $2,000 in damages.

Southwest Division investigators believe the suspect vehicle (see attached photos of suspect vehicle), was either a black or dark blue Pontiac Torrent. The suspect vehicle was not bearing a licence plate at the time of the incident.

Anyone with information about this incident and/or the male suspect is asked to contact the Edmonton Police Service 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 atwww.tipsubmit.com/start.htm.

Police were called at approximately 9:20 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2015 to investigate a report of a body found in the area of 106 Avenue and 104 Street.

Officers located a deceased adult female in an apartment suite.

An autopsy date is not confirmed at this time.

Anyone who has information about this 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.tipsubmit.com/start.htm.

On Friday, June 12, 2015 at approximately 12:30 a.m., police responded to an alleged sexual assault on the High Level Bridge. It is reported that a 28-year-old female was walking northbound on the sidewalk when she was passed by a man walking southbound.

The man allegedly turned toward the female, and after a short verbal exchange, sexually assaulted the woman before fleeing southbound on foot.

The male suspect is described as an Aboriginal male in his early to mid 20s, approximately 5’10” and 155 lbs., with a thin build, dark skin and short, dark, straight hair. He was wearing rectangular-framed glasses and a t-shirt.

Anyone who has information about the incident or the suspect 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.tipsubmit.com/start.htm.

On Thursday, Aug. 20, 2015 at approximately 11:55 p.m., Downtown Division officers were called to 101 Street near 110A Avenue. It is reported that a Chevrolet Suburban travelling northbound struck a male pedestrian as he attempted to cross 101 Street eastbound.

The elderly man was treated and transported to hospital with injuries described as non-life threatening at the time. The male driver of the Suburban did not report injuries.

On Monday, Aug. 24, 2015, the 84-year-old pedestrian died in hospital.

Neither speed nor alcohol are believed to be factors in the collision. The investigation is still ongoing by the EPS Major Collision Investigation Unit. Charges have not been laid.

This is Edmonton’s 25^th traffic fatality of 2015.

Nadine Skow, 38, died from multiple stab wounds and her death has been declared a homicide.

This is Edmonton’s 13^th homicide for 2015.

Homicide Section detectives have charged Silva Koshwal, 38, with 2^nd degree murder and indignity to a human body.

Silva Koshwal was arrested yesterday without incident.

Background:

Edmonton Police Service Homicide Section detectives are investigating a suspicious death that was reported today (Aug. 25, 2015). 

Police were called at approximately 9:20 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2015 to investigate a report of a body found in the area of 106 Avenue and 104 Street.

Officers located a deceased adult female in an apartment suite.

It was reported to police, that on Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2015, a 28-year-old woman was walking her dog near Blackmud Creek Ravine, at approximately midnight, when she was approached by two male suspects in a parking lot near Bowness Way and Blackmore Wynd.

The suspects requested money from the complainant, before one of the males allegedly pushed her to the ground and began punching her repeatedly in the face. The suspects fled the scene, after a concerned citizen ran towards the suspects, while yelling at them to stop.

Investigators would like to speak to the witness of the assault, who may go by the first name of “Brad”.

Anyone with information about this vicious assault is asked to contact the Edmonton Police Service 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 atwww.tipsubmit.com/start.htm.

On Thursday, May 21, 2015 at approximately 10:30 p.m., police responded to a serious injury collision between a motorcycle and a pick-up truck in the area of Princess Elizabeth Avenue and 106 Street.

It was reported that the motorcycle was travelling westbound on Princess Elizabeth Avenue, approaching 106 Street. At the same time a pick-up truck was travelling eastbound on Princess Elizabeth Avenue, in the left turning lane, to turn northbound onto 106 Street. As the truck initiated the left turn, it collided with the motorcycle.

The 48-year-old male motorcycle driver succumbed to his injuries in hospital on Friday, May 22, 2015.

On July 3, 2015 the driver of the pick-up truck, a 21-year-old female, was charged with an unsafe left turn under the Use of Highway and Rules of the Road Regulation.

There have been 25 traffic fatalities in Edmonton this year.

Police received a call at approximately 3:30 a.m. this morning, claiming a male was lying on 95 Street between 117 and 118 avenues.

Upon arrival, officers found a deceased male, believed to be in his 20s, lying on the road.

Homicide detectives have since taken over the crime scene. An autopsy has yet to be scheduled.

Police have cordoned off the roadway between 115 and 118 avenues on 95 Street to allow detectives to conduct their investigation.

Morning commuters are advised to stay clear of the area and to find alternate routes of travel.

Anyone who has information about this suspicious death 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.tipsubmit.com/start.htm.

Larsen is considered by police to be an untreated child sexual offender who poses a risk of significant harm to the community.

Larsen is residing in the Edmonton area and will be closely monitored by the Edmonton Police Service Behavioural Assessment Unit.

Cyle Larsen, 24

Height: 5’6”    Weight: 119 lbs.

Eyes: Blue       Hair: Blonde

The Edmonton Police Service is issuing this information and warning after careful deliberation of all related issues, including privacy concerns, in the belief that it is in the public interest to inform members of the community.

The intent of this information is to enable citizens to take suitable precautionary measures. Releasing this information is not intended to encourage people to engage in any sort of vigilante action.

This information is released under the authority of the FOIP Act, RSA 2000, C. F-25.

Autopsy results released this afternoon confirm that Shawn Richard died early Monday morning, as a result of a stab wound to the chest.

Investigators are searching for the driver of a black pick-up truck that was seen driving near the crime scene, at 95 Street between 117 and 118 avenues, at approximately 3:20 a.m., Monday, Aug. 31^st. Homicide detectives believe this witness may be able to provide valuable information that may assist with their investigation.

The driver of the pick-up truck, or anyone else with information about this homicide, 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.tipsubmit.com/start.htm.

Background:
Police received a call at approximately 3:30 a.m. Monday morning, claiming a male was lying on 95 Street between 117 and 118 avenues.

Upon arrival, officers found a deceased male, believed to be in his 20s, lying on the road. Homicide detectives have since taken over the crime scene.

Ashton Natomagan, 33-years-old, was arrested in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan by the Prince Albert Police Service. Natomagan was wanted on Canada-wide warrants in connection with an alleged sexual assault and personal robbery that occurred in Edmonton on Apr. 11, 2015.

It was reported to police that a woman was assaulted by the suspect while jogging west on 116 Avenue and 102 Street at approximately 6:30 p.m. on Apr. 11, 2015.

Natomagan was transported to Edmonton on Monday, Aug. 31, 2015.

He faces nine charges: unlawfully at large,robbery, assault with a weapon, choking with intent to overcome resistance, kidnapping (confine), unlawful confinement, sexual assault with threats to cause bodily harm, possess offensive weapon dangerous to public and uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm.

The collision occurred at approximately 11:30 a.m. today at 82 Street and 122 Avenue. Details are preliminary at this time, though it’s believed six people travelling in three vehicles were involved in the collision.

Three have since been taken to hospital by EMS personnel with unknown injuries. One of them, a 64-year-old female, was pronounced deceased at hospital.

Members from the Major Collision Investigation Section have now taken over the investigation. Cause of the collision has yet to be determined.

Motorists are advised to avoid the area until further notice.

This is Edmonton’s 26^th traffic fatality of 2015.

It is reported that some vulnerable persons were lead to believe they were cursed with black magic and/or witchcraft.

The EPS has been receiving complaints and information about this scam since April 2015.

“It is difficult to track these alleged fraudsters,” explains Const. Harpreet Jhinjar with the Edmonton Police Service. “Often, these individuals are on a visitor’s visa and quickly disappear when they believe they could be caught.”

Many people seek the services of astrologers and psychics to help solve family and business issues.

Victims that have experienced this fraud come from all across Canada, including: Edmonton, Calgary, Saskatoon, Winnipeg, Toronto and Vancouver.

Investigations reveal that clients have paid between $2,000 and $15,000 to these self-proclaimed fortune tellers. In one incident, a family paid $85,000 however the fraudsters left the country and no arrests were made.

The Edmonton Police Service and the Canadian Border Service Agency are working together to remove these individuals from Canada and them from any future visits to our country.

“You do not have to feel embarrassed. These fraudsters are experienced and have stolen money from a lot of people,” says Const. Jhinjar. “If you have been scammed, it’s important to report the incident to police immediately so there is a higher chance of locating the suspects.”

Signs of astrology and psychic fraud:

• Unrealistic promises to solve personal and financial problems.
• Request for a small amount of money upfront for performing healing rituals.
• Gain your confidence and present a plan requiring thousands of dollars as offerings (for prayers, chain of rituals etc.).
• Claim to remove “black magic and/or witchcraft.”

Anyone with information about this fraud is asked to contact the Edmonton Police Service 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 atwww.tipsubmit.com/start.htm.

At around 12:40 a.m., EPS and EMS responded to the report of shots fired in the area of 155 Avenue and 106 Street. Upon arrival, a young male was found deceased in a suite.

Police currently have one male in custody and are still investigating.

Initial reports indicated that three black males had entered the residence, produced a firearm and shot the male in the suite. This report was unfounded and police are now asking anyone who may have witnessed anything suspicious in the area, early this morning, to call police.

Anyone with information 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.tipsubmit.com/start.htm.

The Edmonton Police Service’s Curb the Danger program encourages citizens to report impaired drivers by calling 911 or 377 on a mobile phone. These calls assist police officers, who are then able to quickly mobilize, locate and remove intoxicated drivers from Edmonton roadways.

“The involvement of concerned citizens is imperative to the success of Curb the Danger– there were more than 900 calls to police in August and 61 impaired drivers charged,” says Barney Stevens, Curb the Danger Program Coordinator. “The combined effort of the community and the EPS improves road safety in the city for all motorists and pedestrians.”

If you suspect a driver is impaired:

• Call 911 if it is safe to do so. Calling 911 in an emergency, or to report an impaired driver, is permitted while driving under the distracted driving law.
• Report the location, vehicle description, and license plate number.
• If possible, keep the vehicle in sight but do not attempt to chase the vehicle, or break the law to do so.

CURB THE DANGER STATISTICS

The fatal collision occurred at approximately 11:50 p.m. on Sept. 3, 2015. Police were called to the area of 92 Street and 106A Avenue after it was reported that a male pedestrian had been hit by a train.

It is alleged the adult male was walking northbound on the east sidewalk of 92 Street, approaching the level LRT crossing north of 106A Avenue, when he was struck by an eastbound LRT train in the marked crossing. Reports indicate the crossing arms were lowered and the warning lights were flashing at the time of the collision.

Police believe the pedestrian was wearing headphones and distraction may be a factor in the collision.

The 23-year-old man was pronounced deceased at the scene. There were no other injuries reported.

The EPS Major Collision Investigation Unit continues to investigate. Charges have not been laid.