Media Releases

Police seek public's assistance following stranger sexual assault

10 Jul 2026 18:56:11 UT

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) is seeking the public’s assistance as investigators work to identify a male suspect and gather information in connection with a sexual assault that occurred in late June.

Between 8 and 8:30 p.m. on June 23, 2026, police responded to a report of a sexual assault in the area of Grand View Drive and 62 Avenue. Two female teens were walking in a heavily treed area in the river valley west of Grand View Drive, when they encountered an unknown male. The male initially walked past them before doubling back and approaching one of the girls from behind, where he sexually assaulted her. She was able to break away from the suspect and fled to the nearby neighbourhood.

Police are releasing the following suspect description in the hope that it may generate information about the suspect's identity or encourage anyone who witnessed suspicious activity, was in the area at the time of the incident or has information that could assist the investigation to contact police.

The suspect is described as Asian or Indigenous, approximately 40 years old, standing 5’6” to 5’8” tall with a thin build and messy brown hair. The suspect had a noticeable slouch and a slow walk. At the time of the offence, he was believed to be wearing either black sweatpants or jeans.

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

Police investigating fatal collision in southeast Edmonton

09 Jul 2026 18:25:00 UT

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) is investigating a fatal pedestrian collision that took place in southeast Edmonton early this morning.

At approximately 12:10 a.m. on July 9, 2026, Southeast Branch patrol officers responded to a collision involving a vehicle and a pedestrian in the area of 50 Street and 23 Avenue. It was reported to police that a 2026 Hyundai Kona was travelling westbound on 23 Avenue when it struck a pedestrian who was crossing 23 Avenue at 50 Street in a crosswalk against the light.

EMS responded; however, the 69-year-old female pedestrian succumbed to her injuries on scene. The 17-year-old male driver and three passengers remained on scene and did not report any injuries at the time.

The EPS Major Collision Investigations Section (MCIS) has taken over the investigation and is seeking witnesses or dashcam footage from anyone traveling in the area at the time.

Witnesses or motorists with dashcam footage related to this collision are asked to contact EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone.

Impairment is not believed to be a factor in this collision.

Police seek assistance locating missing man

09 Jul 2026 14:49:16 UT

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a missing man.

Scott Ganley, 41 was last seen around 9 p.m. on Thursday, June 4, 2026 in the area of 105 Avenue and 92 Street.

Ganley is described as 6’1” tall and approximately 150 lbs, with short white hair and blue eyes.

Image: Scott Ganley, 41

Ganley’s disappearance is considered out of character, and as such, family and police are concerned for his well-being.

Anyone with information about Ganley’s whereabouts is asked to contact the EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone.

Autopsy complete, charges laid in recent central Edmonton death

08 Jul 2026 20:30:00 UT

A 19-year-old man has been charged in relation to a homicide in central Edmonton over the weekend.

On Saturday, July 4, 2026, at approximately 6:30 a.m., Downtown Branch patrol officers responded to a weapons complaint in the area of 106 Avenue and 113 Street. Upon arrival, they located an injured male.

EMS responded, treated, and transported the male to hospital where he was pronounced deceased.

On Monday, July 6, 2026, the Edmonton Medical Examiner’s Office completed an autopsy and determined that Alexander Edward Colin Reid, 38, died of gunshot wounds. The manner of death is homicide.

On July 7, 2026, police arrested and charged Hayden Halcrow, 19, with second degree murder in relation to Reid’s death. Halcrow is also facing numerous other firearms related charges and was wanted on a warrant for attempted murder for a shooting incident in May.

Homicide investigators continue to seek video footage from the area of 111 Street to 115 Street and 103 Avenue to 107 Avenue that may have captured a dark-coloured SUV fleeing the area between 6:30 a.m. and 6:45 a.m. on the morning of July 4. Additionally, detectives are seeking any footage specifically from the area of 113 Street between 105 Avenue and 106 Avenue between 6 a.m. and 7 a.m.

“We’re aware there was an incident just prior to Mr. Reid’s death during which a firearm was handled recklessly in a crowd of people,” says Detective Michael Walkom with Homicide Section. “If anyone witnessed or has video footage of this behaviour, we are asking them to please contact us as soon as possible.”

Any witnesses, drivers or businesses with video footage related to this incident are asked to contact the EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile device. Anonymous information can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.p3tips.com/250.

Police investigating fatal collision

06 Jul 2026 20:20:00 UT

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) is investigating after a June 24 collision in north Edmonton resulted in a fatality.

At approximately 5:55 p.m. on June 24, 2026, Northwest Branch Patrol officers responded to a two-vehicle collision in the Rosslyn area. It was reported to police that a 2024 Kia Seltos was travelling north on 97 Street, and the driver attempted to make a left turn onto 132 Avenue westbound when it collided with a 2011 Kia Optima that was travelling southbound on 97 Street.

EMS responded, treated and transported the 81-year-old male driver of the Seltos to hospital with serious injuries where he remained in stable condition. The 22-year-old male driver and 21-year-old female passenger of the Optima were also taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries and have since been released.

Sadly, on July 4, 2026, the 81-year-old man succumbed to his injuries in hospital.

The EPS Major Collision Investigations Section (MCIS) has taken over the investigation and is seeking witnesses or dashcam footage from anyone traveling in the area at the time.

Witnesses or motorists with dashcam footage related to this collision are asked to contact EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone.

Impairment is not believed to be a factor in this collision.

Police investigating suspicious death

04 Jul 2026 21:15:00 UT

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) is investigating a suspicious death that took place earlier today in central Edmonton.

EMS responded, treated and transported the male to hospital where he was pronounced deceased.

EPS Homicide Section continues to investigate. An autopsy has been scheduled for Monday, July 6, 2026.

Investigators are seeking video footage from the area of 111 Street to 115 Street and 103 Avenue to 107 Avenue that may have captured a dark-coloured SUV fleeing the area between 5:30 a.m. and 7 a.m. this morning.

Any drivers in the area with dash cameras or area businesses with security cameras that were active during this time are asked to contact the EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile device. Anonymous information can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.p3tips.com/250.

Man with ties to international extortion network arrested in Edmonton

02 Jul 2026 16:55:14 UT

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) has arrested Safaldeep Singh, who has suspected ties to an international criminal network known to target South Asian business owners and community members across Canada.

On May 4, 2026, EPS Patrol officers conducted a traffic stop on a Dodge Charger following reports of dangerous driving. A search of the vehicle incident to arrest led to the seizure of controlled substances and a loaded firearm. The three occupants, Safaldeep Singh, 22, Sandeep Singh, 28, and Divianshu Divianshu, 22, were arrested and charged with several drug trafficking and firearms related offences.

Safaldeep Singh has suspected ties to the “For Brothers” gang, an organized criminal network linked to shootings and extortion which targeted South Asian business owners and community members across the Greater Toronto Area, Canada and the United States.

Two search warrants conducted at Safaldeep Singh’s residence on May 28 and June 23, 2026, resulted in the seizure of evidence consistent with vehicle re-vinning operations linked to extortion-related crimes. On June 23, 2026, Singh was apprehended and charged with trafficking in property obtained by crime, possession of stolen property and unauthorized possession of a firearm. He was also arrested on Canada-wide warrants originating in Ontario for conspiracy to commit murder and extortion.

After Singh was processed on the EPS charges in Edmonton, he was transferred to Ontario to face the charges on his Canada-wide warrants.

“We’ve been investigating extortion networks and their multi-jurisdictional linkages in Canada for some time now, and we have established a coordinated approach with a focus on effective intelligence collection, sharing, and enforcement action across provinces,” says Staff Sergeant Eric Stewart, EPS Investigations Branch. “In this investigation, we’re especially grateful to Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) and the Peel Regional Police for their close collaboration, which led to Singh’s arrest and the connection to violent occurrences on the other side of the country.”

“Extortion and targeted violence have had a profound impact on victims, families, and businesses, particularly within the South Asian community. Bringing those responsible to justice requires seamless collaboration across jurisdictions, and this investigation is a testament to what can be achieved when police services and our law enforcement partners work together toward a common goal. We thank the Edmonton Police Service for their exceptional collaboration and remain committed to pursuing those who seek to intimidate and harm our communities.” — Deputy Chief Nick Milinovich, Peel Regional Police

“The CBSA collaborates closely with law enforcement partners to combat extortion-related crimes,” said Janalee Bell-Boychuk, Regional Director General of the CBSA Prairie Region. “Individuals who harm our communities and exploit our immigration laws are being held accountable for their actions.”

This investigation is part of Project Insight, the newest iteration of the EPS’ framework for investigating South Asian extortions in Edmonton. Project Insight is a strategic response to the increasingly complex and resource-heavy nature of these investigations. A core component of this framework is enhanced real-time intelligence sharing, ensuring a unified and timely response to threats that span jurisdictions.

Police urge anyone who is targeted by extortion attempts, which typically involve threats or demands to make payment using messaging platforms like WhatsApp, to take the following steps:

Do not respond to the threatening communication.
Preserve evidence by taking screen shots of incoming calls or messages.
Contact police immediately.
If you are concerned for your immediate safety, find a safe place to stay, such as a friend or family member’s home, until police can reach you.

The EPS takes reports of extortion very seriously, and is asking anyone with information regarding the accused, or extortion crimes affecting the South Asian community, to contact police at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone. Anonymous information can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.p3tips.com/250.

Police warn of fraud schemes targeting businesses

30 Jun 2026 21:15:00 UT

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) Financial Crimes Section is warning Canadian businesses of multiple, sophisticated fraud schemes targeting them for products and service for which they will never receive payment.

Impersonation fraud
In March 2026, the EPS began investigating incidents of businesses being defrauded by individuals impersonating employees from other organizations. In each incident, fraudsters create fake email addresses and website domains that closely resemble real, well-known businesses, often using the names of employees listed on legitimate, publicly accessible websites and social media feeds. The suspects then place orders which appear genuine but are often shipped to third party warehouses or shipping facilities, before being quickly sent overseas. Invoices are never paid.

The EPS recently investigated an impersonation fraud resulting in a local business losing $50,000 in product. Since then, investigators have identified several companies across Canada impacted by the same scheme, resulting in potential combined losses of more than $300,000. Of that, officers were able to intercept $130,000 worth of goods before shipping. Some of these scammers have impersonated large and well-known retailers including Nestle, Parsons Corporation, Emco Corporation and JBS Foods.

Chargeback fraud
Officers also recently investigated a fraud where stolen credit cards were used to make legitimate purchases, resulting in a $25,000 loss for a local business. In this scheme, the actual cardholder reports the transactions as fraudulent and financial institutions often reverse and return the funds to them after product has been delivered or a service rendered. This process is called chargeback, and defrauded businesses are subsequently left without their product and payment, in addition to other fees incurred during this process. Fraudsters also frequently target businesses offering shipping or delivery services in this scheme so they can distance themselves from the initial transaction. Like the first scheme, products are often shipped to third party addresses or other shipping companies, making it harder to track and identify the individuals responsible.

“To date, the majority of these frauds result in product shipped to addresses in Quebec, where they are then placed into shipping containers bound for ports in Africa,” says Detective Jason Lapointe with the EPS Financial Crimes Section. “Once shipped, it is often impossible to recover the product or collect payment, resulting in significant losses for businesses that may have long term and lasting impacts on their financial viability.”

Protecting your business
There are several steps business owners can proactively take to prevent being victimized by these frauds:

Independently verify new customers or changes in ordering patterns using known contact information
Carefully examine email domains for subtle differences like misspellings or extra characters
Question large or urgent orders, particularly from new contacts – verify them with known contacts
Confirm shipping addresses, especially if they differ from previously established locations
Train staff to recognize signs of social engineering and impersonation
Be cautious of mismatched billing and shipping information
Maintain detailed transaction and shipping records
Report suspicious activity promptly to police and financial institutions

“Business owners who believe they may have been targeted or victimized are encouraged to report the incident to their local police agency,” says Lapointe. “Awareness and early reporting are key to preventing further losses and help us identify emerging fraud trends quickly.”

If your business is located in Edmonton and you believe you have been defrauded in a similar way, please contact the Edmonton Police Service at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile device. You can also report at your nearest police station.

Police continue investigation into the distribution of child sexual abuse materials by volleyball coach

29 Jun 2026 19:54:00 UT

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) believes there may be other complainants following a 2025 investigation in relation to the distribution of child sexual abuse and exploitation material.

On May 23, 2025, Steven Cabral, 33, was arrested and charged with transmitting child sexual abuse and exploitation material, possessing child sexual abuse and exploitation material, and accessing child sexual abuse and exploitation material.

On June 15, 2026, Cabral pled guilty to possessing child sexual abuse and exploitation material. A sentence hearing has been scheduled for October 2026. Cabral remains on release and is bound by several conditions including that he has no contact with anyone 16 years of age and younger.

Steven Cabral, 33

The EPS continued their investigation and identified new information indicating additional individuals may have been victimized by Cabral, who coached and refereed youth volleyball teams in Edmonton involving players between the ages of 12 to 17.

“Following the court’s decision to release the accused after charges were initially laid, police continued their investigation and learned about new information that suggests that there may be additional complainants,” says Sgt. Maciej Rocki with the EPS’ Northwest Patrol. “We know that conversations with children are hard for family and friends to have when these matters arise, but we want to ensure that we are able to provide support and a safe environment for anyone who may have information to come forward and speak with police.”

Police seek public assistance in identifying suspect in May arson

29 Jun 2026 16:01:01 UT

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) is seeking the public's assistance in identifying a suspect in an arson that occurred at the end of May.

On Sunday, May 24, 2026, at approximately 5:30 a.m., police received reports of fire damage to the community league rink in the area of 113 Street and 25 Avenue. Investigators determined the fire was deliberately set and are attempting to identify a male suspect who was captured on surveillance footage.

At the time of the incident, the suspect was wearing black pants, a black jacket, and black-and-white running shoes. He also had white over-ear headphones around his neck and was carrying a dark-coloured backpack.

Suspect photo #1

Suspect photo #2

Anyone with information about this incident 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.p3tips.com/250.