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Medicine Hat Police Service Media Release

High Risk Incident Concluded

May 10th, 2022 10:51 pm
      

At 5:33 PM, May 10, 2022, patrol team members were dispatched to the 2100 block of 10 Ave NE, in response to a “check on the well-being” call for service. As the investigation unfolded, it was determined that a violent episode had occurred at a private dwelling house, and the suspect remained in the house.

Out of an abundance of caution; taking into consideration safety of the public, the suspect, and the police, a variety of police specialty units were utilized to safely resolve this situation. Those units included the Crisis Negotiations Team, Tactical Team, Drone Team, and K9 Unit.

At 10:22, May 10, PM, police took a 38-year-old male into custody for several offences. The matter is currently under investigation by the MHPS Criminal Investigation Section supported by the Patrol Section.

Prior to the arrest occurring, three distraction devices (flash bangs) were deployed. 

Further details will be released at the conclusion of the investigation.

 

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