The autopsy results also confirmed the manner of death to be a homicide.
Homicide Section detectives continue to investigate, and are encouraging anyone with information about this homicide 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:
Northeast Division patrol officers responded to a weapon’s complaint near 145 Avenue and 91 Street, at approximately 3:35 a.m., April 8, 2018. Residents reported hearing gunshots being fired near the Evansdale Community Hall.
Upon arrival on scene, Northeast patrol officers learned that an injured male had been rushed to a medical centre by family members, where he later succumbed to his injuries.