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

In a recent investigation, an Edmontonian was convinced into paying up to $ 100,000 in cash and gold to have black magic removed from their life and to have access more money.

“It is difficult to track these alleged fraudsters,” explains Det. Glen Haneman with Southeast Division. “Often, these individuals quickly disappear when they believe they could be caught.”

These fraudsters typically use fake names and target vulnerable people by promising resolution to their personal problem and leave business cards or pamphlets on parked vehicles.

Examples 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.”

   

  Sample of fraudulent poster created by the EPS 

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.

On Thursday, June 15, 2017, police responded to an altercation at a residence around 4 a.m. in the area of 72 Street and 144 Avenue. Upon arrival, police found two injured males. EMS treated and transported the males to hospital.

A 29-year-old male succumbed to his injuries and a 40-year-old male is still in hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

An autopsy is scheduled for today.  

Anyone with information about this incident or what led up to the death of this man are asked 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.tipsubmit.com/start.htm.

On Sunday, June 11, 2017, at approximately 4:40 p.m., Abdullahi Nur-Abdulle, 22, was taken to hospital after he was shot in the area of 118 Street and 145 Avenue. He later succumbed to his injuries in hospital.

Police are now looking for the public’s assistance in identifying the four alleged male suspects below:

Unidentified Male Suspect A

Unidentified Male Suspect A (2)

Unidentified Male Suspect B

Unidentified Suspect C

Unidentified Male Suspect D

“We believe these four male suspects were directly involved in the shooting death of Abdullahi Nur-Abdulle,” says Staff Sgt. Colin Derksen of the EPS Homicide Section. “With the public’s assistance, we are confident these individuals will be identified.”

While the shooting took place in broad daylight, police believe there are other witnesses who have yet to come forward.

Specifically, investigators are looking to speak with a dark-skinned male who was allegedly shot at and then fled the scene. Investigators are concerned for his well-being and encourage him to contact police immediately.

Investigators continue to look for the dark grey Dodge Durango and the black Hyundai Tucson related to this incident. Police do not believe this was a random event.

The investigation continues.

Anyone with information about the four male suspects or the suspect vehicles are asked 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.tipsubmit.com/start.htm.

Edmonton’s finest will be camping out for 53 hours on the roof of both Cabela’s Edmonton locations from June 16 to 18 for the Free our Finest fundraiser. This event is another unique way to raise money for Special Olympics Alberta.

Citizens are welcome to come down to one of the Cabela’s locations for family-friendly events and help get our officers off the roof by donating to a fantastic cause. Enjoy demonstrations and a barbecue, meet athletes and officers, and purchase merchandise. Children can even take part in Junior Officer Training.

The Free our Finest’s official opening ceremony starts at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, June 16, 2017 at Cabela’s South location. You can join us throughout the weekend at either Cabela’s locations at 15320 - 37 Street or 6150 Currents Drive.

On Saturday, June 17, the public is also invited to the south Edmonton Cabela’s location for the Edmonton Final Leg Torch Run. 

The tradition of the Final Leg Torch Run is for law enforcement officers representing their community to act as ‘Guardians of the Flame’ and carry the Special Olympics Torch and ‘Flame of Hope’ to officially start the 2017 Special Olympics Alberta Summer Games in Medicine Hat.

Edmonton is the first location for the ‘Flame of Hope’ as it travels back to Medicine Hat on July 7, 2017.

Members from the Edmonton Police Service (EPS), Strathcona County Enforcement, Alberta Sheriffs, Alberta Corrections, Alberta Fish & Wildlife, CN Police and Alberta Peace Officers will run from the EPS’ Southwest Division Station carrying the Special Olympics ‘Flame of Hope’ Torch. They will meet their fellow law enforcement members taking part in the Free our Finest event at the Cabela’s south store location.

The Final Leg Torch Run event beginsJune 17, 2017 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Edmonton Police Service Southwest Division (1351 Windermere Way SW) to Cabela’s south location (6150 Currents Drive NW).

The two fundraising events would not be possible without the support of Cabela’s, Maple Leaf Foods, King Scaffolding, Sawmill, and Aluma Systems.

The Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) is known for their unique fundraising events such as the Polar Plunge, which raised over $167,000 this year, and Cops and Crepes.

Internationally, LETR for Special Olympics is the largest grassroots fundraiser and awareness vehicle for Special Olympics. More than 85,000 law enforcement officers from Canada, the United States, and 46 countries internationally form the largest grassroots fundraiser for Special Olympics.

Click for more information on the LETR for Special Olympics Alberta.

The Edmonton Medical Examiner conducted an autopsy yesterday, Thursday, June 15, 2017 and determined Clinton John Bluecloud, 29, died as a result of a stab wound and the manner of death is a homicide.

Michael Barber, 48, was charged with second degree murder and possession of an offensive weapon.

Several people were at the residence prior to police arrival. They are requested to come forward and contact the police.

The investigation continues.

This is Edmonton’s 22^nd homicide in 2017.  

Anyone with information about this incident or what led up to the death of this man are asked 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.tipsubmit.com/start.htm.

Background

On Thursday, June 15, 2017, police responded to an altercation at a residence around 4 a.m. in the area of 72 Street and 144 Avenue. Upon arrival, police found two injured males. EMS treated and transported the males to hospital.

A 29-year-old male succumbed to his injuries and a 40-year-old male is in hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

On Friday, June 16, 2017, a male flagged down a passing police vehicle in the area of 118 Avenue and 50 Street just before 3:30 a.m. to report that another male had been stabbed in a nearby alley.

Police located the injured male and called for EMS; however, he died on scene.

An autopsy is scheduled for today. 

Anyone with information about this incident or what led up to the death of this man are asked 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.tipsubmit.com/start.htm.

Southeast Division became aware of suspicious social media accounts where a male was identifying himself as a law enforcement officer in May 2017.

On Friday, June 2, 2017, Southeast Division officers conducted a search warrant on a residence in the area of 30 Street and 22 Avenue. Police recovered a large amount of police equipment, uniforms, paraphernalia, electronics and identification documents.

Imran Hamid Khan, 24, was charged with personation of a peace officer (x5) and breach of recognizance (x5).

Khan is alleged to pose on social media as “Taylor Kayden” claiming he is a Staff Sergeant for the ERT Tactical Squad with the RCMP.

“Having a person pose as a police officer is disconcerting,” says Staff Sgt. James Matsune with Southeast Division Criminal Investigation Section. “Collecting law enforcement memorabilia can be a fun hobby, but it is absolutely inappropriate to portray yourself as a police officer and convince others you are as well.”

Police believe Khan introduces himself as a figure of authority, participates in car enthusiasts chat forums and meet-up groups.  Police are still working to determine whether he wore a uniform in public.

Khan is believed to have created his own tactical unit called, “Strategic Incident Response Deployment Teams.” He may be creating his own law enforcement uniforms including shoulder flashes.

Shoulder flash allegedly created by Khan

“We believe Khan was posing as an officer and trying to recruit others and providing other law enforcement advice,” says Staff Sgt. Mastune.

“Taylor Kayden”

If anyone has any information about Imran Khan holding himself out as a police or peace officer, attempting to recruit others to join policing or the Strategic Incident Response Deployment Team and/or has received badging from Imran Khan regarding the Strategic Incident Response Deployment Teams,  are  asked 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.tipsubmit.com/start.htm.

Two groups of people became involved in an argument inside a pub in the area, with the disturbance continuing outside. Shortly thereafter, it was reported to police that several gunshots were heard in the area. Investigations revealed that Justin Nicholas Allen, 28, was shot after exiting the pub. Detectives believe that Allen was not involved in the argument or disturbance.

Jermaine Jahmal Soungie, 30 is charged with 1^st degree murder, use of a firearm, knowingly possess unauthorized firearm, careless use of firearm, failing to comply.

Winston Stanley Dickson Thom, 30 is charged with 1^st degree murder, use of a firearm, knowinglypossess unauthorized firearm, careless use of firearm, failing to comply (x4), prohibited to possess firearm.

On Sunday, June 11, 2017, at approximately 4:40 p.m., Abdullahi Nur-Abdulle, 22, was taken to hospital after he was shot in the area of 118 Street and 145 Avenue. He later succumbed to his injuries in hospital.

Police are releasing updated images of the alleged male suspects below:

Unidentified Male Suspect A

Unidentified Male Suspect A (2)

Unidentified Male Suspect B

Unidentified Suspect C

Unidentified Male Suspect D

Suspicious Dark Grey Dodge Durango

Suspicious Black Hyundai Tucson

While the shooting took place in broad daylight, police believe there are other witnesses who have yet to come forward.

Specifically, investigators are looking to speak with a dark-skinned male who was allegedly shot at and then fled the scene. Investigators are concerned for his well-being and encourage him to contact police immediately.

The investigation continues.

Anyone with information about the four male suspects or the suspect vehicles are asked 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.tipsubmit.com/start.htm.

Homicides Statistics

• Year to date confirmed homicides – 23

   

• Year to date confirmed homicides cleared – 15
  
  

• Year to date number of victims that knew the accused –

  Of the 15 cleared files, 3 were stranger homicides and the remaining 12 accused all knew their victims

   

• Year to date homicides involving firearms – 9

   

• Year to date homicides involving edged weapons – 9

   

• Homicide rates for the past six years

  2016 – 42 total for the year and 24 by this time in 2016 (June 16)

  2015 – 33 total for the year and 12 by this time in 2015 (June 16)

  2014 – 35 total for the year and 12 by this time in 2014 (June 16)

  2013 – 29 total for the year and 13 by this time in 2013 (June 16)

  2012 – 30 total for the year and 13 by this time in 2012 (June 16)

  2011 – 48 total for the year and 25 by this time in 2011 (June 16)

The manner of death has been confirmed a homicide.

Autopsy results are pending.

The name of the deceased will not be released until next of kin have been notified.

This is Edmonton’s 23^rd homicide of 2017.

Anyone with information about this incident or what led up to the death of this man are asked 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.tipsubmit.com/start.htm.

Background

On Friday, June 16, 2017, a male flagged down a passing police vehicle in the area of 118 Avenue and 50 Street just before 3:30 a.m. to report that another male had been stabbed in a nearby alley.

Police located the injured male and called for EMS; however, he died on scene.

At approximately 7 p.m., on Saturday, June 17, 2017, a green Lexus SUV struck a 57-year-old woman and her dog that were crossing a marked crosswalk at Suder Greens Drive, between Lewis Estates Boulevard and Potter Greens Drive. The woman and her dog died on scene.

The driver, a 42-year-old male, along with his 40-year-old wife and 12-year-old son occupied the SUV.

Alcohol was not considered a factor in this collision. It has yet to be determined whether speed played any role.

No charges have been laid at this time.

The investigation continues.   

Investigators are asking anyone who witnesses this collision 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.   

At approximately 12:30 a.m. this morning, Sunday, June 18, 2017, police were called to the area of 125 Street and 132 Avenue after a passerby located two males with obvious signs of trauma. One male was pronounced deceased on scene by EMS and the other male remains in hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

No suspects are in custody at this time.

No further information is available as the EPS Homicide Section continues to investigate.

Anyone with information about this incident or what led up to this suspicious death are asked 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 atwww.tipsubmit.com/start.htm.

On Friday, June 16, 2017, a male flagged down a passing police vehicle in the area of 118 Avenue and 50 Street just before 3:30 a.m. to report that another male, Brent Jonas Coates, 33, had been stabbed in a nearby alley. Police located the injured male and called for EMS; however, he died on scene.

“We would like to speak with anyone who had contact with Brent in the days leading up to his death,” says Staff. Sgt. Duane Hunter of the EPS Homicide Section. “We continue to encourage anyone who has information about this homicide to contact police.”

This was Edmonton’s 23rd homicide of 2017.

Anyone with information about what led up to this death, or about the suspects, is asked 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.tipsubmit.com/start.htm.

At approximately 12:30 a.m. on Sunday, June 18, 2017, police were called to a parking lot in Kensington Crossing, in the area of 125 Street and 132 Avenue, after a passerby located two males with obvious signs of trauma. Joshua Gilbert Barnes, 18, waspronounced deceased on scene by EMS and the other male was treated and transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Homicide detectives are now releasing photos of the vehicle suspected to be involved in the homicide of Barnes:

 Suspect vehicle (side)

 Suspect vehicle (front)

 Suspect vehicle (rear)

“We believe this vehicle was occupied by a group of males,” says Staff Sgt. Colin Derksen of the EPS Homicide Section. “We urge anyone who has information about this vehicle or the group of male suspects who were seen in the Kensington Square parking lot around 12:30 a.m. on Sunday, June 18, 2017 to contact police.”

An autopsy was conducted this morning, Monday, June 19, 2017 and the Edmonton Medical Examiner determined Barnes died as a result of a stab wound. The manner of death is deemed homicide.

Anyone with information about the suspect vehicle or what led up to this homicide is asked 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 atwww.tipsubmit.com/start.htm.

Chief Rod Knecht, Councillor Scott McKeen and members and supporters of the EPS will come to City Hall to celebrate this occasion together with the EPS Honour Guard, the Pipes & Drums of the Edmonton Police Service and members of the EPS Historic Unit. Historic police uniforms will be on display in City Hall, and vintage police vehicles will be parked in the north breezeway. Later that evening, the High Level Bridge will be lit red and blue in honour of the landmark anniversary.

“Our police service got its start through a town council bylaw,” says Chief Rod Knecht. “So it’s fitting that we celebrate our official birthday at City Hall, a place that symbolizes the strong and positive relationship we have with our community.”    

The official anniversary at City Hall is one of the many public activities planned to celebrate the EPS’ 125^th anniversary in 2017, which include serving as Parade Marshal in the K-Days Parade on July 21 and a picnic at Borden Park on August 20.

EPS was created 125 years ago when Mayor Matthew McCauley issued Bylaw #15 on June 20, 1892, which allowed the municipality to appoint town constables to keep the peace.  Since that time, EPS officers have been dedicated to protect, and proud to serve, the citizens of Edmonton.  For more information on the history of the EPS, visit the website.

On Saturday, Jan. 21, 2017, police responded to a weapons complaint just after 6:45 a.m. in the area of 110 Avenue and 84 Street. Several residents had reported hearing gunshots.

Upon arrival, police located Janvier who had sustained multiple gunshot wounds. EMS treated and transported him to hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.

Devin Robert Carlton, 26, is charged with second-degree murder, careless use of a firearm, possession of an offensive weapon, unauthorized possession of a firearm, possession of a prohibited firearm in a vehicle (x2) and possession of a firearm for the purpose of trafficking.

Robert Michael Hill, 27, is charged with careless use of a firearm, possession of an offensive weapon, unauthorized possession of a firearm, possession prohibited firearm in a vehicle (x2), possession of a firearm for the purpose of trafficking and assault with a weapon.

Joshua Ted Calliou, 26, is charged withcareless use of a firearm, possession of an offensive weapon, unauthorized possession of a firearm, possession of prohibited firearm in a vehicle (x2), possession of a firearm for the purpose of trafficking and intentionally discharging a firearm while being reckless to the life or safety of another person (x2).

Investigators do not believe this was a random incident.

Homicide Section continues to investigate.

In the fall of 2016 police received a report of fraud from the organization after employees reportedly discovered a series of fraudulent invoices.   

Following a thorough investigation by the Edmonton Police Service and assistance from the Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada and Alberta Justice Specialized Prosecutions, officers determined more than $8 million in funds had allegedly been defrauded between March 2011 and June 2016.

During the 24-hour enforcement period from Thursday, June 15, to Friday, June 16, 2017, there were 3,277 speeding tickets issued by EPS officers and automated enforcement. Other Traffic Safety Act violations, including distracted driving, accounted for 604 of the total violations issued. There were also eight Criminal Code offences.

On Thursday, June 15, members with the EPS Commercial Vehicle Inspection Detail conducted a vehicle stop on a commercial hydro vac truck in the area of 215 Street and Yellowhead Trail. After directing the truck to a nearby government scale, police determined the truck exceeded both its maximum allowable weight and its axle weight by well over 10,000 kilograms. As a result, the driver was issued violations totalling more than $15,000.

In the early morning hours of Friday, June 16, members of the EPS Specialized Traffic Apprehension Team (STAT) also attempted a vehicle stop on a stolen Ford F150 truck in the area of 98 Street and 107 Avenue. The truck immediately sped away and collided with a fence a few streets away where the male driver exited the vehicle and fled on foot. Shortly thereafter, the Canine Unit responded and PSD Maverick began tracking, locating the suspect in a nearby vacant lot. The male driver, who had 21 outstanding criminal warrants, was subsequently arrested and charged for several offences, including criminal flight and dangerous driving.

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.

Today, Friday, June 23, 2017, police responded to an apartment complex parking lot around 6:45 a.m. after a citizen found a deceased male near parked vehicles.

Witnesses reported a disturbance around 3 a.m. after an altercation with weapons allegedly took place between several people.

Homicide detectives are speaking with witnesses to gather more information.

An autopsy has been scheduled for 9 a.m. on Tuesday, June 27, 2017.

No further information is available as the EPS Homicide Section continues to investigate.

This is Edmonton’s 25^th homicide of 2017.

Anyone with information about this incident or what led up to this suspicious death are asked 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 atwww.tipsubmit.com/start.htm.