Media Releases

Police investigating suspicious death

25 May 2026 20:30:00 UT

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) is investigating a death that took place over the weekend in central Edmonton.

On Saturday, May 23, 2026, at approximately 8:38 p.m., Downtown Branch patrol was called to assist EMS at a multi-unit residence in the area of 91 Street and Jasper Avenue. It was reported to police that a 3-year-old female was found deceased inside in a suite.

Due to suspicious circumstances surrounding the death, EPS Homicide Section has assumed the investigation. An autopsy has been scheduled for Wednesday, May 27, 2026.

Police seek witnesses and dashcam footage of early morning collision

25 May 2026 18:21:00 UT

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) is asking anyone who may have witnessed an early morning collision in the city’s Rossdale area to come forward.

On Monday, May 25, 2026, around 3:55 a.m., an unknown vehicle was travelling northbound on 103 Street at 99 Avenue when it struck a pedestrian that was in the northbound lanes of 103 Street. It appears that the vehicle did not stop and subsequently left the location. The pedestrian, a 31-year-old male, was transported by paramedics to hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.

The EPS Major Collision Investigations Section (MCIS) has since taken over the investigation.

ASIRT investigation police service vehicle collision

23 May 2026 01:15:00 UT

ASIRT is investigating after a woman was injured in a collision involving an EPS service vehicle.

Just before 11 p.m. on May 21, 2026, police observed a vehicle being driven in a dangerous manner around 137 Avenue and 66 Street. When officers attempted to conduct a traffic stop, the driver fled at a high rate of speed. Officers did not pursue. In the area of 118 Avenue, the driver lost control, travelled through a parking lot and struck a brick wall and garbage bin. The driver initially refused to exit the vehicle but was ultimately taken into custody and charged with criminal flight and dangerous driving.

A marked police vehicle responding with lights and sirens to assist with the above dangerous driving event was travelling east on 118 Avenue at Wayne Gretzky Drive when a collision occurred with another vehicle. The driver was taken to hospital with serious, non-life-threatening injuries, and an EPS member was treated for minor injuries.

Both collisions are under investigation by the EPS Major Collision Investigation Section.

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.

Police seeking assistance from public with arson investigation

22 May 2026 20:00:00 UT

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) is seeking the public’s assistance with an arson that occurred in south Edmonton.

On March 19, 2026, at approximately 11:50 a.m., police were contacted by members of Edmonton Fire Rescue Services (EFRS) following their response to a fire at a residence under construction in the area of 108 Street and 85 Avenue. The home was destroyed.

EFRS has since determined the fire was deliberately set. No one was injured as a result of the fire; however, there was significant damage to neighbouring homes as well as several parked vehicles in the area. At this time, police do not believe this fire is linked to any other infill fires or extortion series. Damages to the under-construction home are currently estimated to be over $1 million.

After reviewing video from the area, police have footage of a person of interest they are hoping to speak with and are seeking the public’s assistance to identify them. Images of the individual are included below.

Image of person of interest

Anyone with information about this person or the fire 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

Police investigating fatal collision on Wayne Gretzky Drive

22 May 2026 02:55:00 UT

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) is investigating a fatal collision that occurred earlier today in southeast Edmonton.

At approximately 11:50 a.m., Thursday, May 21, 2026, Southeast Branch patrol officers were called to the report of a collision involving two vehicles in the area of 106 Avenue and Wayne Gretzky Drive. It was reported to police that a 2007 Ford F550 was travelling southbound on the freeway, when the male driver pulled over in the neutral space between the 106 Avenue off ramp lane and the remaining southbound lanes and walked to the back of his vehicle. While he was behind his truck, a 2025 Ford F350 that was also travelling southbound on Wayne Gretzky Drive struck the driver.

EMS responded, and the 41-year-old male driver of the Ford F550 was pronounced deceased on scene. The 32-year-old male driver of the Ford F350 remained on scene and did not report any injuries.

EPS Major Collision Investigations Section (MCIS) continues to investigate. Speed and alcohol are not believed to be factors in this collision.

Investigators are asking any witnesses or anyone with dash camera footage of the collision to please contact the EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.p3tips.com/250

Police issue 662 violations during "Operation 24 Hours"

21 May 2026 20:23:28 UT

Edmonton Police Service (EPS) officers and City of Edmonton automated enforcement issued a total of 662 traffic violations during the most recent Operation 24 Hours, which was held during Canada Road Safety Week.

The violations were issued over a 24-hour period throughout Thursday, May 14, 2026. Of the total traffic violations:

153 were for speeding
26 were for distracted driving
153 were hazardous moving violations
267 were non-hazardous Traffic Safety Act infractions (e.g. equipment or document related)
63 were automated red light violations

In addition, three criminal code driving charges and six other criminal code charges were laid as a result of vehicle stops during this time.

One vehicle was recorded doing 162 km/hr in a 60 zone at 142 Street and 162 Avenue. The operator was issued a mandatory court summons.

“These numbers show that high-risk driving behaviours are still far too common in our city,” says Acting Staff Sergeant Dave Beattie, Specialized Traffic Section. “When someone is travelling at 162 km/hr in a 60 zone, that’s not a mistake, that’s a choice. We’ll continue to enforce, educate, and work with the City of Edmonton to address these unsafe driver behaviours on our roads.”

EPS is reminding drivers that dangerous driving isn’t just illegal, it’s deadly. For local stories, data, and resources about traffic fatalities and injury collisions, visit DeadSeriousYEG.com.

Operation 24 Hours is one of several joint enforcement campaigns conducted year-round by EPS and the City of Edmonton to reduce high-risk behaviours and improve road safety.

Suspect vehicle identified in February homicide

21 May 2026 16:23:16 UT

Investigators are releasing images of a suspect vehicle in a February Castle Downs homicide in the hopes of generating tips about the murder.

On Monday, Feb. 16, 2026, Edmonton Police Service (EPS) officers responded to reports of a shooting in the area of 109 Street and 166 Ave. Upon arrival, they found an injured male, and lifesaving measures were administered by both EPS and EMS. The male was taken to hospital where he was later declared deceased. A Feb. 19, 2026 autopsy confirmed Alinur Mohamed Mussa died of gunshot wounds, and his death was a homicide.

Investigators are now releasing images of a black 2012-2015 Audi Q5, believed to be the suspect vehicle.

Suspect vehicle: black Audi Q5, 2012-2015 model

Anyone with information about this vehicle, or who may have seen it in the area of the homicide between 12 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. on Feb. 16, 2026, to is asked to contact the EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone.

Police and partners connect with ethical hackers to stop scams and save millions of dollars

21 May 2026 13:30:00 UT

The Edmonton Police Service (EPS) and its partners at the United States Secret Service (U.S. Secret Service) and the Collin County Texas Sherrif’s Office have collaborated with ethical hackers to prevent more than $42 million Cdn in losses to scammers.

Between July 2025 and May 2026, the EPS developed a relationship with an ethical hacker network, also known as scam baiters, who provided police with intelligence related to in-progress scams. The ethical hackers intercepted the victim’s information and shared it with police, at which time the EPS partnered closely with the U.S. Secret Service and Collin County Texas Sherriff’s Office to identify victims. All three agencies then used all methods possible to contact victims and disrupt fund transfers, including contacting law enforcement in the victim’s jurisdiction and engaging banks and service providers to stop or freeze financial accounts before losses occurred.

“Contacting victims was often difficult because the information received was fragmented and incomplete,” says Cst. Brian Mason with the EPS Virtual Investigations Section. “Once contacted, convincing them they are being scammed wasn’t always easy and often involved the support of local police agencies and sometimes family members.”

Scammers frequently persuaded their victims to allow them access to their computers and devices and, as a result, gained access to vast amounts of personal and financial information. Often, they also watched and listened as victims engaged with police and actively worked to convince them the police were the actual scammers.

“These scammers used manipulation, fear and urgency to coerce complainants into sending their life savings to a network of money mules and couriers, many of whom are part of vast networks that fund terrorist activities such as human, weapons and drug trafficking,” says Mason. “They used a variety of scam types, including pretending victims are owed a refund from a prominent retailer, or impersonating government agencies, and then requested funds via wire transfer, mailed cheque, product shipment, cash/gold for courier pick up or cryptocurrency.”

In total, police contacted more than 50 law enforcement agencies, including agencies in the United Kingdom, the United States and Canada, and engaged with over 300 victims, preventing losses for each of them. The largest loss prevented was in the United States at $4 million dollars and to date, more than $42 million Cdn has been saved.

“Scammers relentlessly target victims across borders, making their crimes a truly global threat,” says Peter Murphy, the Resident Agent in Charge of the U.S. Secret Service’s Vancouver Resident Office. “We deeply appreciate the efforts of everyone involved – from ethical hackers that provide valuable information that can jumpstart an investigation to the banking partners who freeze accounts and help return stolen funds. We are especially grateful for our close and ongoing partnership with the Edmonton Police Service and their unwavering commitment to investigating these scams.”

“The efforts of the U.S. Secret Service, the Edmonton Police Service, and their partners to disrupt these scams helped prevent the victimization of hundreds of people and kept millions of dollars from potentially reaching criminal networks,” says Emily Fleckner, U.S. Consul General to Calgary. “Decades of trust and collaboration between American and Canadian law enforcement agencies culminate in outcomes like these and underscore the continued importance of cross-border law enforcement cooperation.”

The EPS would like to thank the many law enforcement partners engaged in this project who assisted with disrupting these scams. In addition, the EPS is reminding everyone to remain vigilant and discerning.

“Retailers and government agencies will not ask you for personal or financial information over the phone, via email or text message, nor will they ask for access to your computer to assist you,” says Cst. Mason. “If you are unsure about a communication, or you are not expecting an interaction with a government agency or a refund from a retailer, ignore or disengage and report it to your local anti-fraud centre. If you were scammed, contact your local police.”

For more information, please visit the EPS website for resources on recognizing scams or reporting frauds.

Missing senior located

21 May 2026 01:45:00 UT

The 82-year-old woman who was reported missing by police earlier today has been located safe and unharmed.

The EPS would like to thank the media and the public for their assistance

Public information and warning: Sexual offender released

20 May 2026 21:10:00 UT

In the interest of public safety, the Edmonton Police Service is issuing the following warning: Ryan White, 44, is a convicted violent sexual offender, and the Edmonton Police Service has reasonable grounds to believe he will commit another sexual offence against someone while in the community.

White will be residing in Edmonton after he is released from custody. He is currently subject to a court order, with conditions and will be managed by the Behavioural Assessment Unit of the Edmonton Police Service.

White’s previous offences resulted in physical harm to his victims. He has physically and sexually victimized adult women, particularly vulnerable women, including sex workers. White has also physically assaulted a toddler and an older adult woman.

Ryan White has been placed on a series of court-ordered conditions including:

He must live at a residence approved by his Supervisor and must not change that address until he has received written approval from his Supervisor.
He must abide by a curfew of 12:00 AM to 5:00 AM daily unless a varied time is approved in writing by his Supervisor.
He must not travel out of the City of Edmonton without written approval from his Supervisor.
He is not to contact or attend areas where sex workers are known to be solicitated.
He shall not consume or possess any alcohol or drug listed in the Schedules of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, excluding cannabis, any prescription drugs not prescribed to him or any other intoxicating substances.
He shall notify his assigned Supervisor prior to entering any personal, sexual or intimate relationship, cohabitation, marriage or common-law relationship with any female and shall disclose his criminal history to the female.

Anyone with any information about Ryan White’s behavior/conduct or potential breaches while in the community can contact the EPS at 780-423-4567.

The Edmonton Police Service is issuing this information and warning after careful deliberation of all related issues, including privacy concerns, in the belief that it is clearly in the public interest to inform the members of the community.

Ryan White (44 yrs)

Height: 193 cm (6’ 3”)

Weight: Large build 102 kg (280lbs)

Eyes: Brown

Hair: Brown

Members of the public are advised that the intent of this process is to enable citizens to take suitable precautionary measures. Releasing this information is NOT intended to encourage people to engage in any form of vigilante action.