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Two charged in 2024 homicide

09 Mar 2026 20:42:31 UT

The Edmonton Police Service Homicide Section has arrested two males in connection with a May 2024 homicide.

Tristan Dylan Green, 29, and Dorian Gladue Thomas, 25, were arrested on Feb. 4, 2026, and March 8, 2026, respectively, in connection to the homicide of Jordan Belhumeur. They are each facing a charge of second-degree murder.

Background

On Monday, May 27, 2024, at approximately 3:30 a.m., police responded to a weapons complaint in the area of 127 Avenue and 118 Street. Upon arrival, they located an adult male suffering from a serious injury. EMS treated and transported the male to hospital, where he later died.

On Wednesday, May 29, 2024, the Edmonton Medical Examiner conducted an autopsy and determined that Jordan Belhumeur, 37, died of a gunshot wound. The manner of death was confirmed to be homicide.

Newest EPS police officers graduate

06 Mar 2026 17:00:00 UT

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) is welcoming the newest group of police officers this week as 45 recruits from Recruit Training Class (RTC) 164 graduate at City Hall at on Friday, March 6, 2026. The graduating class brings a wide range of professional and personal experiences to the service. Members of RTC 164 come from backgrounds including law enforcement, corrections, the military, firefighting and laboratory sciences. While many recruits are from Alberta or come from other parts of Canada, others come from countries such as India, Jamaica, Republic of Congo, Scotland, Ukraine, and the United Kingdom.

“Our newest officers represent the many cultures, backgrounds and voices that make our city vibrant,” says Acting Staff Sergeant Selena Gavins with the EPS Recruit Training Section. “Their diversity isn’t just a point of pride, it’s essential to building trust and delivering policing that truly reflects the community we serve.”

EPS, named one of Alberta’s Top Employers for the sixth time, continues to emphasize hands-on, real-world training that extends beyond classroom learning. This approach ensures new officers are better prepared to understand and assist Edmonton’s diverse and vulnerable populations.

RTC 164 demonstrated strong community spirit throughout their training, volunteering over 950 hours of their own time. Their efforts supported several EPS and Edmonton Police Foundation (EPF) events including Find Santa, Christmas Bureau, and the Edmonton Police Foundation Half Marathon.

In 2025, EPS expanded its recruitment outreach efforts through over 60 events and numerous presentations to community-groups, schools, and post-secondary institutions. Working closely with the EPS Equity, Inclusion & Human Rights Branch, recruitment teams increased their focus on Indigenous engagement to strengthen relationships and raise awareness of career opportunities within policing.

EPS continues to modernize its recruitment process through technology, public feedback, and personalized strategies, which include initiatives such as Women in Policing, the Athlete to Officer Program, and Experienced Officer program.

With their training complete, the new constables now enter their field development stage with the Service’s Community Policing Bureau. Afterwards, they will return for some additional assessment and training to maximize their potential.

For more information about a career with EPS, please visit joinEPS.ca

Police and community partners raise awareness to help Edmontonians outsmart fraud this March

04 Mar 2026 15:00:00 UT

March 2026 marks the 22nd anniversary of Fraud Prevention Month in Canada. According to an online poll from Leger a quarter of Canadians say they have been the victim of fraud or extortion.

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) and community partners are raising awareness to help protect Edmontonians from fraud.

EPS will join provincial community partners to shine a spotlight on fraud prevention and help residents protect themselves from financial crime. Throughout Fraud Prevention Month, partners will be sharing practical tools, raising awareness, and as a result reducing victimization across the city.

Over the course of the month, partners will be using social media, outreach campaigns, and educational materials to highlight the most frequent types of fraud, which include frauds involving the use of artificial intelligence (AI), investment fraud, online scams, phone/mass marketing scams, and relationship scams.

The need for awareness is significant. In 2025, more than 4,000 frauds were reported in Edmonton, with losses exceeding $58 million. Investment and cryptocurrency scams accounted for the largest financial impact with approximately $25 million lost, followed by compromised credit or debit accounts, identity theft and phishing scams. Investigators believe the real numbers are even higher, as many victims never report what happened.

“Fraudsters are getting more creative, and many are now using AI to make their scams more legitimate and convincing,” says Detective Scott Abbott with the EPS Financial Crimes Section. “We want people to know that even the most tech-savvy individuals can be targeted. If something doesn’t quite sound right, or if a message seems urgent or unusual, it’s important to pause, verify, and reach out to someone you trust. Taking a moment to double check can be the difference between staying safe and becoming a victim.”

Because fraud crosses jurisdictions and takes countless forms, strong partnerships are essential. By working together, EPS, and its community partners are helping ensure Edmontonians have the knowledge and confidence to protect themselves in an increasingly complex digital world.

Partners participating in Fraud Prevention Month include RCMP, Alberta Blue Cross, Alberta Securities Commission, Better Business Bureau, Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, Electronic Recycling Association, Real Estate Council of Alberta, Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction, Alberta Community Crime Prevention Association, Crime Stoppers, Servus Credit Union, and Edmonton Neighbourhood Watch.

Quotes from our partnering agencies

“Fighting fraud is not a one agency mission. It takes all of us. We need to share intelligence across partners, encourage the public to report every instance of fraud, and work together to amplify our resources so Canadians get clear, consistent education on this issue year-round.”

— Insp. John Lamming, Officer in Charge of Financial Integrity and Cybercrime, RCMP Federal Policing Northwest Region

“Fraud can take a serious financial and emotional toll on individuals and families, and scammers are constantly finding new ways to exploit emerging technology. Fraud Prevention Month is a reminder for Albertans to stay alert, ask questions, and protect themselves. Alberta’s government will continue to work with law enforcement and community partners to raise awareness, support victims, and make sure consumers have clear, trusted information to make confident decisions.”

— Dale Nally, Minister of Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction

At the Alberta Community Crime Prevention Association (ACCPA) we are pleased to partner with our police and law enforcement agencies, community, agencies, and consumer groups to chair Alberta Fraud Prevention Month. March is a month of crime prevention initiatives aimed at educating and creating awareness in how to recognize, report and stop Fraud of any nature with our partners and communities.”

— Jean Bota, ACCPA Executive Director

“A safer community is a connected community. Share what you know, ask questions, and help stop fraud before it starts.”

— Edmonton Neighbourhood Watch Program Society

“As Alberta’s largest benefit provider, Alberta Blue Cross has a responsibility to protect the integrity of the plans entrusted to us. Fraud and plan abuse ultimately impact employers, plan members, and the sustainability of benefits for everyone. Fraud Prevention Month is an important opportunity to raise awareness, reinforce vigilance, and underscore our commitment to preventing fraud wherever it occurs.”

— Brian Geislinger, Senior Vice-President of Corporate Relations and Community Engagement with Alberta Blue Cross.

“Outdated electronics are one of the most overlooked fraud risks. Proper reuse, secure data wiping, and responsible recycling are essential steps in protecting Canadians from data breaches and identity theft.”

— Bojan Paduh, Founder & President, Electronic Recycling Association

“Crime Stoppers plays a role in fraud prevention by giving people a safe, anonymous way to report suspicious activity, helping law enforcement stop fraud schemes before more victims are affected. Whether you live in Edmonton or a rural community, that information can help prevent further harm.”

– Chris Holtz, President – Crime Stoppers Association of Edmonton and Northern Alberta

"The Better Business Bureau Serving Alberta and East Kootenay is honoured to once again take part in Fraud Prevention Month. We know scams and scammers are getting more sophisticated. However, we also know these same scammers can be stopped through scam prevention knowledge and taking action. Together with all of our partners, this month represents a meaningful opportunity to reach consumers and businesses and provide them with invaluable information on how fraud and scams can be prevented this month and every month."

–Mary O’Sullivan-Andersen, President and CEO, The Better Business Bureau

“Today’s most common investment scams move quickly and leverage technology and social media, making them harder to detect. Albertans should be cautious of anyone promising guaranteed returns or low risk, high reward opportunities as these are major red flags. We are proud to partner with organizations across the province during Fraud Prevention Month to raise awareness of investment fraud and to provide trusted resources, such as those available on CheckFirst.ca, that can help Albertans make informed decisions.”

–Hilary McMeekin, Director of Communications and Investor Education with the Alberta Securities Commission

“As fraud becomes more sophisticated, it’s critical consumers ensure they are working with a licensed professional. RECA licenses and regulates real estate, mortgage, property management and condominium management professionals across Alberta to help protect the public. Before you sign anything, verify your professional’s licence using RECA ProCheck, and visit recaprotects.ca for consumer fraud prevention tips.”

– Stacey Paquin, Chief Executive Officer of the Real Estate Council of Alberta

Follow EPS on social media and visit Edmontonpolice.ca/fraud for more information on common scams and how to spot them.

Police warn of residential break and enters

03 Mar 2026 15:55:59 UT

The Edmonton Police Service is alerting Southwest ravine-area residents to a string of residential break and enters.

Since January 2026, police are investigating seven residential break and enters occurring in the earlier evening hours in homes primarily near the Whitemud and Blackmud Creek ravines. The houses appear to be targeted at random; however, the suspects almost exclusively enter when the occupants are not at home.

The suspects typically gain access to the homes by smashing the glass in a rear window or rear door. Once inside, they head straight to the primary suite to locate jewelry and high-end clothing, then quickly flee to a newer model vehicle waiting outside. Surveillance video has captured a Silver GMC Terrain believed to be a 2024-2026 model, and a Ford Escape, possibly ST edition, believed to be a 2023-2026 model.

Suspect vehicle: newer model silver GMC Terrain

Suspect vehicle: newer model Ford Escape

To help protect their property, police advise homeowners:

Leave lights on inside when leaving the residence.
Do not post to social media about travel plans.
Have someone check on your house while you’re away on vacation, bring in mail, put out garbage bins, cut grass or shovel snow, etc.
Invest in a home security system that includes motion and glass-break sensor and interior cameras.
Install motion-activated lights.
Place valuable items in a safe or well-hidden location.
Keep serial numbers and photos of valuables so they can be traced if stolen.

More information about home security is available on the EPS website.

Residents are asked to report suspicious activity, including suspicious vehicles that are seen idling in your area to police. Call 911 if you witness a crime in progress, or for non-emergencies, call 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.

Missing man located

02 Mar 2026 02:04:00 UT

Please be advised that the 56-year-old man reported missing last week has been located. Sadly, he was found deceased, and his death is considered non-criminal.

Police investigating hit and run; seek suspect vehicle

26 Feb 2026 21:41:00 UT

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) is seeking the public's assistance identifying a vehicle involved in a hit-and-run collision earlier this month.

At approximately 10:11 p.m., on Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026, police responded to a report of a hit-and-run collision in the McCauley neighbourhood. It was reported to police that a suspect SUV entered 107 Avenue from an alley west of 95 Street.

The SUV was seen driving the wrong way on a portion of 107 Avenue before it struck a female in the roadway just west of the intersection at 95 Street. The SUV then fled the scene and was last seen heading south on 95 Street.

The 31-year-old female pedestrian was sent to hospital with serious injuries.

EPS Major Collision Investigations Section (MCIS) is investigating the collision and officers are asking the public to contact them if they recognize or have footage of the suspect SUV, as pictured below.

Grey or light blue suspect SUV

Back of suspect SUV

Front of suspect SUV

Police arrest three males following “Jaws of Life” break-and-enters

26 Feb 2026 15:58:00 UT

Edmonton Police Service (EPS) officers have charged three men following a series of break-ins that occurred across Edmonton and surrounding areas between December 2025 and January 2026.

Between November and December 2025, the EPS became aware of reports of break-and-enters at firehalls in Water Valley and Calahoo. In both occurrences, it was reported that rescue tools including industrial cutters, a ram and spreaders commonly referred to as the “Jaws of Life” were taken from the properties, with the total amount of these tools valued at approximately $110,000. In late December, Sturgeon County issued a release about the break-and-enter in Calahoo.

From Dec. 1, 2025, to Jan. 8, 2026, the EPS investigated approximately 18 break-and-enters in Edmonton, of which 14 involved the stolen “Jaws of Life” tools. In total, 10 break-and-enters were reported in Southwest Edmonton, five were reported in Southeast Edmonton, two were reported in Northeast Edmonton and one was reported in Sherwood Park. These occurred at various types of retail businesses, and the owners are not known to one another.

In total, police estimate property damages and retail losses range between $750,000 and $1 M. Items that were stolen from these businesses include high-end bags and jackets, cannabis and vape products and cash from ATMs and safes.

Recovered from Calahoo fire hall (L-R): saw, “combi-tool”, spreader, hoses, b-post simulator, cutter and power pump

In late January 2026, police arrested Logan Murrell, 30, and Tristin Kaiser, 42. In early February 2026, police arrested Abram Dyck, 47.

All three males are facing over 200 charges combined, including break and enter to commit theft (x35), disguise with intent (x35) and possession of stolen property over $5,000 (x42).

“The EPS was able to lead a successful cross-agency partnership to combat a break-and-enter series that impacted multiple communities in Alberta,” says Acting S/Sgt. Meagan McIntyre with the EPS’ Southwest Branch. “Through our collaboration with local RCMP detachments, the EPS arrested individuals who caused nearly $1 million in damages to retailers in Edmonton.”

“This investigation highlights the harm that one small group of offenders can cause to communities,” says S/Sgt. Darcy McGunigal, the Commander of the Morinville RCMP, “Strong partnerships between policing agencies are essential to combating prolific offenders. We thank the officers of the Edmonton Police Service for their continued dedication.”

Court dates for Murrell, Dyck and Kaiser have not been set at this time.

Investigators seek public assistance identifying suspects in interprovincial fraud network

25 Feb 2026 16:30:00 UT

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) is seeking the public’s assistance identifying several suspects believed to be involved in an ongoing multi-province debit and credit card fraud network.

In January 2025, the EPS received a report that an 85-year-old man was scammed after receiving a call from someone claiming to be a bank employee who stated that his credit cards were being used outside of Edmonton. They instructed him to cut up all his credit and debit cards and give them to an alleged “bank courier”. Shortly thereafter, two unknown male suspects were captured on surveillance camera using the senior’s credit cards. The fraud amounted to approximately $30,000.

In March 2025, the EPS issued a news release containing images of the two suspects, who were subsequently identified as Aude Gnahore, 22 and Massamba Sow, 38, and charged with fraud over $5,000.

Since that time, the EPS has received at least 36 reports of the same scam, typically targeting seniors, and in working with the Calgary Police Service and the RCMP, investigators have determined that the same group of suspects is involved in similar scams in Calgary and elsewhere in Canada, including B.C., Manitoba, Ontario and Quebec.

At least 24 unknown suspects have been observed in connection to the fraud, and police are releasing surveillance photos in hopes of identifying some of them.

Pictured above: surveillance images of suspects associated with the scam

“Unfortunately, these types of scams are common, and seniors can be particularly vulnerable,” says Cst. Clayton Tipton with EPS Beats. “We always encourage families to talk to their senior relatives about scams, and remind them that the bank will never call you to ask for your PIN or tell you to cut up your bank card and send it back to them. If you get a call from someone who says they are with your bank, it’s always ok to end the call and then contact the bank yourself to verify the request.”

For more information on how to spot a scam, visit the EPS website.

Anyone with information about the suspects’ identities is asked to call 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.

Police warn of online marketplace robbery series

24 Feb 2026 15:47:19 UT

The Edmonton Police Service is alerting Edmontonians to a string of robberies that reportedly occurred during Kijiji and Facebook Marketplace meetups.

In the last month, police have received approximately 15 reports of personal robberies during Kijiji and Facebook Marketplace sales of higher-priced items, such as cell phones and brand-name clothing. In each case, a suspect posing as a buyer meets up with the seller, evaluates the item(s) for sale, then is joined by at least one accomplice. Together, the suspects rob the seller of the item, sometimes uttering threats, and in one case, reportedly presenting a firearm.

In initial reports, the robberies occurred in southwest Edmonton in the Duggan area, but reports have since come from multiple areas of the city. Investigators are warning people to be vigilant when arranging online sales meetups.

On Jan. 31, 2026, police arrested three male teens in connection to one of the first reported robberies in the series. They were each charged with theft under $5,000.

“We always advise caution when meeting up with strangers,” says Staff Sergeant Ivan Dascavich, with the EPS Investigative Response Team. “Meet in a safe, public location, such as the EPS Buy and Sell Exchange Zones, bring a friend, and above all, trust your instincts. If something feels off at any point, abandon the sale.”

More information about online buying and selling safety and EPS Buy and Sell Exchange Zones is available on the EPS website.

ASIRT investigating death of man

23 Feb 2026 22:12:30 UT

ASIRT is investigating an in-custody death.

On Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026, at approximately 8 a.m., police responded to the report of an assault at a multi-unit shared living facility in the area of 129 Avenue and 119 Street.

Upon arrival, police encountered a male subject who witnesses reported was incoherent and appeared to be intoxicated. Police attempted to arrest the male, who resisted.

During the arrest, the male went into medical distress, at which time officers called EMS and immediately began CPR. Upon arrival, paramedics treated and transported the male to hospital, where he later died.

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.