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Police investigating the death of two men in southeast Edmonton

For Immediate Release: 12-Dec-2025 @ 3:18 PM
MRU #: H25R043

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) is investigating the suspicious deaths of two adult men that took place in southeast Edmonton.

On Friday, Dec. 12, 2025, at approximately 1:43 a.m., officers responded to reports of gunshots in the area of 32 Street and 26 Avenue. Upon arrival, officers located two males believed to be in their 20s suffering from gunshot wounds. EPS officers attempted lifesaving measures until EMS arrived and assumed care. Sadly, both men were pronounced dead at the scene.

The EPS Homicide Section has taken over the investigation. Autopsies are scheduled for Tuesday, Dec. 16 and Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025.

Police are looking for a dark-coloured SUV that may have been in the area at the time of the shooting. Investigators are asking anyone in the area of Silverberry Road and 23 Avenue, as well as 34 Street and 29 Street, who may have dash camera or security footage from approximately 2 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 11 to 2:30 a.m. on Dec. 12, 2025, to contact police immediately.

Police believe this to be a targeted event. The investigation is ongoing.

Anyone who may have witnessed the shootings or observed suspicious activity in the neighbourhood 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.

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