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UPDATE - High Risk Incident

January 27th, 2021 9:43 pm
      

Police have a 30-year-old male in custody who was wanted on outstanding warrants for arrest held by RCMP Strathcona for following offences that occurred in Strathcona, Alberta:

  • Assault on a Police Officer
  • Resist a Peace Officer

He was also arrested on warrants for arrest that are held by RCMP Fort Saskatchewan for the following offences:

  • Resist a Peace Officer
  • Flight from Police
  • Impaired Operation (x2)
  • Breach Conditional Sentence Order
  • As well as Traffic Safety Offences

His history of assaultive behaviour towards law enforcement required a measured approach utilizing sound tactical doctrine (ie: negotiations, intelligence, and tactical officers) to maintain the safety of the public and the police.  We appreciate your cooperation and patience.

 

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