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Police seek public's assistance locating inmate at large

For Immediate Release: 31-Aug-2025 @ 4:45 PM
MRU #: 25R069

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a male inmate who escaped from the custody of the Stan Daniels Healing Centre yesterday.

At approximately 3 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025, Correctional Services Canada reported that Tyrrel Bigchild, 21, escaped from the Stan Daniels Healing Centre during an escorted temporary absence. Bigchild was reportedly last seen in the area of 106 Street and Kingsway Avenue.

Bigchild is currently serving a two-year nine-month sentence for multiple offences, including robbery and assault with a weapon. A Canada Wide Warrant for being unlawfully at large has since been issued for his arrest. 

Bigchild is described as 5’8” tall and weighs approximately 170 lbs. He was last seen wearing a white hoodie, a white t-shirt, black pants, black shoes and a black ball cap with a white logo. He also has several tattoos, including one of two waves on the side of his neck.

Tyrrel Bigchild, 21

 Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Bigchild is urged 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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For media inquiries please contact the EPS Media Relations Unit at mediarelations@edmontonpolice.ca.