Media Releases

Police lay charges in south Edmonton fire

05 Oct 2026 17:40:00 UT

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) has charged a 29-year-old man in relation to a southwest Edmonton arson that took place in late June.

On June 25, 2026, EPS Southwest Branch patrol officers were contacted by Edmonton Fire Rescue Service (EFRS) regarding a deliberately set fire at a building in the area of 82 Avenue and Gateway Blvd. Investigators have since determined that two fires were set at this location between 7:40 p.m. and 9:45 p.m., with the second fire causing extensive damage to the structure. Thankfully, no injuries were reported, and no neighbouring structures were impacted.

Following a review of area video, footage was captured of an unknown male around the time of both fires and police issued a media release with the hope that someone may recognize him. The man has since been successfully identified as Narayan Bergstrom, 29, and on Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026, he was charged with two counts of arson.

Police are not searching for any other suspects and would like to thank the media and the public for their assistance with this investigation. No further charges are expected at this time.

Warrants issued for father now wanted for abduction

30 Sep 2026 14:00:00 UT

Canada-wide warrants have been issued for 42-year-old Scot MacDermid.

On Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2026, the EPS issued a media release seeking the public’s assistance locating Scot MacDermid, and his two children, Lesley, 9 and George, 6.

Since then, investigators learned that Scot and his children were seen in Lloydminster with an unknown man on Aug. 28, 2026, at approximately 6:30 p.m. He has since been identified, and police have spoken with him.

On Sept. 23, 2026, Canada-wide warrants were issued for Scot MacDermid in relation to abduction in contravention of a custody order (x2).

Wanted on Canada-wide warrants: Scot MacDermid, 42
Height: 5’5”
Weight: 160 lbs
Hair: Brown
Eyes: Blue

Missing Child, Lesley, 9

Missing child: George, 6

Investigators have assessed the available evidence and determined that this investigation has not met the criteria for an AMBER alert at this time.

“An AMBER Alert is one tool available to police, but it is not the investigation itself. Finding Lesley and George remains our top priority,” says Staff Sgt. Robert Davis with the EPS Child Protection Section. “We want the community to know that we are working to locate the children safely.”

Learn more about how AMBER Alerts work on the Government of Alberta emergency alert webpage.

Anyone with information about the whereabouts of Scot, George or Lesley is asked to call the EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone.

Police seek public's help identifying suspects in aggravated assault

23 Sep 2026 20:43:00 UT

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) is seeking the public's assistance with identifying suspects involved in an assault in late August.

On Aug. 31, 2026, at approximately 2:50 a.m. West Branch patrol officers responded to a report of an assault near 174 Street and 77 Avenue. Upon arrival, officers located an injured adult male lying on the sidewalk suffering from significant head injuries. EMS attended and transported the man to hospital for treatment. The male remains in hospital with serious injuries.

Investigators have since obtained surveillance footage that shows an altercation between the victim and two unidentified male suspects shortly before the assault occurred. They are asking members of the public to contact police immediately if they are aware of the suspects’ identities and locations.

The first male suspect has a slim build with ear-length dark hair. The suspect was wearing a black or grey hooded jacket with a reflective stripe across the back, similar to a construction vest, along with a white shirt, black pants, black shoes and white socks.

The second male suspect is wearing a black hoodie and black pants.

It is believed that the two individuals removed their jackets a short time later, as pictured in the black and white CCTV image below.

Image of male suspect 1

Image of male suspect 2

Image of male suspect 1 and 2

Police believe witnesses may have been in the area at the time of the assault and are asking anyone with information, dash camera footage, or surveillance video from the area between 2:30 a.m. and 3 a.m. on Aug. 31, 2026, to come forward.

Police seeking public's help identifying robbery suspect

22 Sep 2026 16:19:51 UT

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) is seeking the public's assistance in identifying a suspect and vehicle involved in a commercial robbery from May.

On Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at approximately 9:21 p.m., a lone male suspect entered a vape shop in the area of Kingsway Avenue and 105 Street. The suspect produced a knife and bear spray before stealing merchandise.

It was reported to police that the suspect then left the area as a passenger in a 2009 to 2011 dark blue Mazda Tribute SUV. The vehicle is believed to have a black roof rack with a tinted passenger side rear window.

The suspect was captured on camera, and investigators are hopeful the public can help identify him.

Images: suspect in robbery

The suspect is described as between 5’8” to 5’10” tall with a medium build and a light brown beard. At the time of the robbery, he was wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, grey sweatpants, white loafers, and black sunglasses, and carrying a green shopping bag.

Images of suspect vehicle, a dark blue Mazda Tribute

Anyone with information about the suspect or the vehicle is asked to call the EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone.

Police investigating fatal collision involving cyclist

18 Sep 2026 20:30:00 UT

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) is investigating a fatal collision involving a cyclist that took place in central Edmonton late last month.

At approximately 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, police responded to a collision in the area of 81 Avenue and 106 Street. It was reported to police that a 26-year-old woman was riding a bicycle on 106 Street when she was struck by a delivery truck operated by a 43-year-old male, as it was travelling west on 81 Avenue.

The driver remained on scene and did not report any injuries at the time. EMS transported the woman to hospital with life-threatening injuries. Sadly, she succumbed to her injuries on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.

Investigators with the EPS Major Collision Investigations Section (MCIS) do not believe speed or alcohol were a factor in this collision. No charges have been laid at this time. However, investigators continue to review the circumstances of the collision and have issued violations for failing to stop under the Traffic Safety Act to the 43-year-old driver.

Police looking to identify multiple suspects in a robbery

18 Sep 2026 18:08:33 UT

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) is seeking the public's assistance to identify suspects involved in a commercial robbery that occurred in northwest Edmonton in February.

On Thursday, February 19, 2026, around 5 p.m., five male suspects wearing masks entered a commercial property in the area of 155 Street and 118 Avenue. Once inside, the suspects broke into several display cases and stole a large quantity of merchandise.

The suspects fled in a white Jeep Cherokee and a Dodge Durango. The Durango was recovered in Red Deer the following day and was found to be stolen. Inside the vehicle, investigators also found some of the stolen merchandise.

Despite extensive investigative efforts, police have been unable to identify the suspects and are asking anyone with information about the robbery to come forward.

Security cameras from the store captured footage of the suspects, pictured below.

Images of suspects

Anyone with information about the individuals pictured or the robbery is asked to call the EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone.

ASIRT investigating in-custody death

18 Sep 2026 15:20:31 UT

ASIRT is investigating the in-custody death of a man.

On Thursday, Sept. 17, 2026, at approximately 7 p.m., police members of the EPS Detainee Management Unit (DMU) entered the cell of a 27-year-old male detainee to start the release process.

The male was lying on the cell floor and did not respond to verbal communication. A vital sign check revealed he was unresponsive, not breathing, and did not have a pulse. The male was immediately removed from the cell and the on-duty paramedic started CPR. EMS and Edmonton Fire Rescue Services were called and continued to provide lifesaving measures. EMS declared the male deceased at 7:55 p.m.

The EPS submitted a 43.2 notification to the CEO of the Police Review Commission, who has directed the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) to conduct an investigation into the incident.

As such, the EPS cannot provide any additional information at this time. All further media inquiries should be directed to ASIRT.

Missing woman located

17 Sep 2026 16:56:00 UT

The woman who was reported missing on Sept. 1, 2026, by the Edmonton Police Service has been located.

Police seek information related to south Edmonton fire

17 Sep 2026 15:40:00 UT

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) is seeking the public’s assistance identifying a person who was in the area of a southwest Edmonton arson that took place in late June.

Following a review of area video, footage was captured of an unknown male around the time of both fires and investigators are hopeful someone may recognize him. Detectives are also hoping to connect with anyone who witnessed or captured additional video footage of the fires that evening.

UPDATE: Photos have been removed as the individual was identified and charges have laid. Please see the following news release for more information.

Police seek to identify unknown man seen with missing father and kids

17 Sep 2026 00:20:14 UT

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) continues to seek the whereabouts of a missing father and his two children and are hoping to identify a man they were seen with in late August.

Sept. 21, 2026 Update: the unknown man has been identified. His image has been removed from this news release.

On Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2026, the EPS issued a media release seeking the public’s assistance locating Scot MacDermid, 42, and his two children, George, 6, and Lesley, 9.

Since then, investigators have learned that Scot and his children were seen in Lloydminster with an unknown man on Aug. 28, 2026, at approximately 6:30 p.m.

The travel direction of Scot and his children beyond Lloydminster is unknown at this time; however, police believe they may have been seen in Saskatchewan or Manitoba.

Anyone with information about the identity of the unknown male or the current whereabouts of Scot, George or Lesley is asked to call the EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone.