Media Releases

Police investigating sudden death

18 Jul 2026 00:45:00 UT

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) is investigating the sudden death of an infant that took place at a residence in northeast Edmonton.

At 11:30 a.m. on Friday, July 17, 2026, the EPS was called to assist after a male was found unresponsive. Edmonton Fire Rescue Services and EMS performed life-saving measures and the infant was taken to hospital where he was later pronounced deceased.

The EPS continues to investigate; no arrests have been made. An autopsy has been scheduled for Monday, July 20, 2026.

No further information is available at this time.

Police seeking witnesses in possible shooting

17 Jul 2026 17:00:00 UT

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) are seeking witnesses in relation to a possible shooting that took place in the River Valley in late May.

At approximately 10:35 p.m., Monday, May 25, 2026, Southwest Branch patrol officers responded to Queen Elizabeth Park after receiving a report of an injured male.

With the assistance of Air1, police eventually located a male suffering from a gunshot wound on the riverbank near the south end of the Walterdale Bridge.

EMS responded, treated and transported the male to hospital with serious life-threatening injuries.

Investigators are now looking to speak with anyone who was in Queen Elizabeth Park that evening and may have information on how the man was injured.

Queen Elizabeth Park

“Given the time of year and longer daylight hours, we’re hopeful that Edmontonians enjoying Queen Elizabeth Park that day may recall seeing an injured male or overhearing an altercation,” says Detective Daniel Van Den Berg with the EPS Investigative Response Team. “If you believe you may have witnessed suspicious activity on the evening of May 25 in the park, we encourage you to contact police as soon as possible.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact the EPS at 780-423-4567 or by dialing #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.

Police lay charge in hate-motivated collision

16 Jul 2026 17:53:16 UT

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) has charged a woman in a hit-and-run collision believed to be motivated by hate.

On Wednesday, May 27, 2026, police received a report of a collision in a parking lot in the area of 82 Street and 144 Avenue at approximately 6:45 p.m. It was reported that a female suspect confronted the female complainant about how she had parked her car, boxing in the complainant’s car and preventing her from leaving the parking lot while making racist and xenophobic comments.

Ultimately, while the complainant was on foot outside her vehicle, the suspect drove towards her, striking her with the front bumper and then leaving the scene without exchanging information, rendering aid to the victim, or reporting the collision to police. It is believed the victim, who wears a hijab, was targeted based on her religious and/or cultural identity.

On Thursday, July 9, 2026, the accused, Kelly Smith, 37, turned herself in to police and was charged with assault with a weapon and criminal hit and run. Smith was released on a Promise to Appear. The EPS Hate Crimes Unit is also recommending that Section 718.2 of the Criminal Code of Canada be applied in this case, allowing the courts to consider increased sentencing when there is evidence the offence may have been motivated by hatred.

“The EPS takes hate-motivated incidents and crimes very seriously. These events hurt not only the victim, but the vicarious trauma has an impact on entire communities,” says Sgt. Amanda Ross, with the EPS Hate Crimes Unit. “This incident caused fear and concern within the Muslim community in Edmonton and the surrounding area, and police want to assure the community that this report was thoroughly investigated as a hate-motivated crime.”

Police seek video and witnesses after a hit-and-run collision in southwest Edmonton

16 Jul 2026 14:12:00 UT

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) is seeking the public's assistance with identifying a driver and vehicle involved in a hit-and-run collision early Monday afternoon.

On Monday, July 13, 2026, at approximately 12:30 pm, a 15-year-old boy was riding his bicycle westbound on Desrochers Boulevard SW when he crossed Desrochers Drive SW at the marked crosswalk on the north side of the intersection. A vehicle travelling southbound on Desrochers Drive SW at a high rate of speed failed to stop for the stop sign and struck the cyclist. The suspect vehicle then fled the scene, continuing southbound on Desrochers Drive SW then onto west 41 Avenue SW. The youth was transported to hospital by paramedics with non-life-threatening injuries.

The suspect vehicle appears to be a light silver four-door sedan, possibly an older Volkswagen with potential front-end damage, as depicted below.

Image of suspect vehicle

Video of suspect vehicle

“The complete disregard shown by the driver of this vehicle after striking this child is appalling,” says Staff Sergeant David Crisp of EPS Southwest Branch. “I am hoping that someone can contact police with information about this incident so we can hold the driver of this vehicle accountable.”

Autopsy complete in southeast death

15 Jul 2026 21:15:00 UT

An autopsy has been completed in the death of a 23-year-old woman that took place this past weekend.

On Thursday, July 9, 2026, at approximately 6:44 p.m., Southeast Branch patrol officers responded to a call for an unresponsive female with suspicious injuries at a residence in the Silverberry neighbourhood. An adult male was taken into custody shortly thereafter.

EMS responded, treated and transported the 23-year-old female to hospital with life-threatening injuries, where she passed away on Sunday, July 12, 2026.

On Tuesday, July 14, 2026, the Edmonton Medical Examiner’s Office completed an autopsy on the woman and determined the manner of death is homicide. The female’s name and cause of death are being withheld at this time for investigative purposes. Her name will be released when the investigation permits.

The male who was arrested, remains in custody and charges are pending. Police are not currently seeking any other suspects.

Two confirmed dead, one located safe in northeast apartment fire

15 Jul 2026 20:36:18 UT

Both missing people have now been accounted for in Monday’s apartment fire in Northeast Edmonton.

An 82-year-old female has been confirmed deceased in the fire, bringing the fatalities to two including an 85-year-old male who was declared deceased on scene. The two deceased people were spouses.

The other person who was unaccounted for has now been located safe.

Police continue to investigate the events that led to the fire and are working closely with Edmonton Fire Rescue Services on a timeline when first responders can safely search the building.

Please see previous news release for background.

Police and Edmonton Fire Rescue Services investigating serious apartment fire

14 Jul 2026 20:02:38 UT

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) and Edmonton Fire Rescue Services (EFRS) are investigating a collision and serious fire in a north central neighbourhood last night that resulted in at least one death.

At approximately 9:15 p.m., Monday, July 13, 2026, Northwest Branch patrol officers responded to a collision and fire at a mixed use commercial and residential complex in the area of 82 Street and 131 Avenue. It was reported to police that a vehicle struck the building and ruptured a gas line, causing an explosion and subsequent fire.

Police immediately assisted residents exiting the building, while Edmonton Fire Rescue Services (EFRS) began suppressing the fire.

Six residents were treated and transported by EMS to hospital for non-life-threatening injuries. The 62-year-old male driver of the vehicle was also treated and transported to hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries, where he remains in stable condition. An 85-year-old man jumped from a balcony and was treated by EMS; however, he sadly succumbed to his injuries on scene.

At this time, two residents of the building remain unaccounted for. In total, there were believed to be at least 35 people living in the 16-suite building. There were also four businesses located on the ground level of the complex. Twenty-one residents are currently receiving support from the Canadian Red Cross. The remaining residents were reportedly not in the building at the time but have been accounted for by police.

“This is a tragic event, and our condolences go out to the family, friends and loved ones of the gentleman who passed and those who remain unaccounted for at this time. Likewise, our thoughts are with those who have lost their homes or are now facing injuries or trauma related to this incident,” says EPS Chief Warren Driechel. “Due to the significant structural damage caused by the fire, it may take a considerable amount of time before emergency services can access the building to locate unaccounted for residents and pets who may have perished in the fire. At this time, we request patience as our partners at EFRS complete the difficult task of ensuring the location is safe and we will endeavor to commence our on scene work as soon as we can.”

“This was a complex and challenging second alarm fire, compounded by the gas leak. Our thoughts are with the victims and everyone impacted by this tragedy,” said Fire Chief David Lazenby. “Our crews arrived on scene promptly, launching critical search, rescue and suppression operations to bring the fire under control. I would like to thank all our emergency response partners for their support. I am proud of their bravery and professionalism under such difficult conditions.”

“My thoughts are with everyone affected by the devastating fire. My deepest condolences go to the family, friends and loved ones of the individual who has tragically lost their life. The impact on the community has been profound with the loss of homes, and businesses,” said Mayor Andrew Knack. “I would like to thank Edmonton Fire Rescue Services, Edmonton Police Services, City of Edmonton staff, including our ETS drivers for their swift and courageous response.”

Police continue to investigate the events that led to the fire.

Police investigating suspicious death

13 Jul 2026 02:30:00 UT

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

EMS responded, treated and transported the 23-year-old female to hospital with life-threatening injuries where she passed away earlier today, Sunday, July 12, 2026.

EPS Homicide Section is now investigating, and an autopsy has been scheduled for Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

Police are not currently seeking any other suspects.

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.