On Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2016, police responded to a theft from auto call around 9:15 p.m. in the area of 204 Street and 54 Avenue. Upon arrival, police foot patrolled the area and located the suspect in an alley in the area of 203 Street and 56 Avenue. When the suspect was told he was being detained, he allegedly produced a weapon and fled from police.
EPS Canine Unit also responded to the scene in an attempt to locate the suspect. Residents were requested to stay indoors while Canine and police patrolled the neighbourhood; however the suspect was not located.
Police continued to speak to residents in the Hamptons neighbourhood to obtain more information. It was reported that the suspect tried to knock on several doors to seek assistance from neighbours.
Duane Edward Laver, 37, has warrants for his arrest for possession of a weapon, carry concealed weapon, obstruction and possession of stolen property (x2).
Duane Edward Laver
Warrants issued for his arrest
Anyone who has information about this incident or knows of Laver’s whereabouts 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.