Tuesday, April 29, 2014

Arrests made in grocery store robberies

The Calgary Police Service has charged four individuals connected with grocery store robberies that took place in the Calgary area between September and November, 2013. Through the course of a five-month investigation known as Operation VOLCOM, it is ... readmore

Graffiti Vandalism Incidents

The Calgary Police Service is investigating several reports of graffiti on a number of south Calgary schools and a synagogue. Some of these incidents are being investigated as hate crimes. readmore

Monday, April 28, 2014

Man's Disappearance Now a Homicide Investigation

A man reported missing by his family this past February is believed to have met with foul play and his disappearance is now being investigated by the Homicide Unit. Suryan GIAMA, 25, was last seen by a family member on Monday, Feb. 17, 2014, at a ... readmore

Wednesday, April 23, 2014

Serious injury collision involving pedestrian

The Calgary Police Service is investigating a serious injury collision involving a pedestrian. At approximately 11 a.m. today, Wednesday, Apr. 23, 2014, a 43 year-old woman was driving eastbound on 32 Avenue N.W. in a black 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. She ... readmore

Man Charged in Voyeurism Investigation

The Calgary Police Service has charged a man in relation to a voyeurism investigation. At approximately 7:30 p.m., Saturday, April 5, 2014, police were called to a residence in the 2500 block of 98 Ave. S.W. for reports of a problem with a neighbor. A ... readmore

Update: Undetermined Death Investigation

Investigators have determined that the death of a man found in Glenmore park last night is not suspicious. The person who was taken in for questioning has been released. As it is not a criminal matter, no further information will be released at this ... readmore

Monday, April 21, 2014

Message from Perras Family Regarding Today's Funeral

The Perras/Miller family has decided to openly invite the media to join us at Kaiti's celebration at 1 p.m., today, at the First Alliance Church. The stipulations are: 1. Absolutely no cameras in the building or parking lot 2. Absolutely no interviews ... readmore

Sunday, April 20, 2014

Statement From Rathwell Family

We are devastated by what happened. It is a struggle every day to understand that Zackariah won’t be coming home. He was so close to so many, and touched the lives of everyone he came into contact with. We know that the City of Calgary is grieving for ... readmore

Saturday, April 19, 2014

Motorcycle Fatality in the Northwest

On 2014 04 19 at 1820 hrs a fatal motorcycle collision occurred in front of 194 Panamount Heights N.W. A 24 year old male was test riding a 2013 Suzuki SV 650 Sport Bike in the residential neighborhood. He was traveling at a high rate of speed when he ... readmore

Statement from Families of Brentwood Victims

In this time of tremendous grief and tragedy, our five families have come together as one. We know the public and media are searching to understand how this could have happened, as are we. But we also know that these answers will take time and nothing ... readmore

Thursday, April 17, 2014

Man Succumbs to Injuries from Collision

A man injured in yesterday’s collision on the Trans-Canada Highway, has succumbed to his injuries. At approximately 8:30 a.m., on Wednesday, April 16, 2014, a serious-injury motor vehicle collision occurred on Highway 1, approximately 800 metres east ... readmore

Ongoing Homicide Investigation - Update #3

Following autopsies completed by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, the following are identified as the victims of Tuesday’s homicide in Brentwood: Joshua Barclay HUNTER, 23 Kaitlin Ashley PERRAS, 23 Jordan Gabriel SEGURA, 22 Lawrence Martin ... readmore

Wednesday, April 16, 2014

Ongoing Homicide Investigation - Update #2

The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner continues to conduct autopsies on the victims of Tuesday’s homicide in Brentwood. While it was originally anticipated the examinations may have been completed today, the official process will not done until ... readmore

Serious injury collision

The Calgary Police service continues to investigate a single vehicle collision that took place early this morning. At approximately 2 a.m. today, Wednesday, Apr. 16, 2014, a 1999 Infiniti G20 exited Stoney Trail onto Harvest Hills Blvd N.W., drifting ... readmore

Homicide Investigation Ongoing

The investigation into the deaths of five young adults in Calgary continues. Media calls should be directed to the Media Line at 403-428-7979, however, no updates are available at this time. Autopsies on the victims are expected to be completed today, ... readmore

Tuesday, April 15, 2014

Man Charged with Multiple Homicides

The Calgary Police Service has charged a man in relation to a multiple homicide last night. Matthew de Grood, 23, of Calgary, has been charged with five counts of first-degree murder. The identities of the victims will be released pending completion ... readmore

Media availability – Homicide Investigation

The Calgary Police Service will be holding a media availability today, Tuesday, April 15, at 11:30 a.m., regarding a multiple homicide that took place overnight. readmore

Five People Dead in Northwest Calgary

The Calgary Police Service Homicide Unit is currently investigating a multiple homicide overnight in the city’s northwest. At approximately 1:20 a.m., police were called to the 100 block of Butler Crescent N.W., for reports of several people injured ... readmore

Crime Stoppers Re-enactment – Carjacking

A Crime Stoppers re-enactment will take place today, Tuesday, April 15, 2014, at 10 a.m., to seek assistance from anyone with information about a carjacking earlier this month. At approximately 2:45 p.m., on Tuesday, April 1, 2014, a 72-year-old woman ... readmore

Sunday, April 13, 2014

Missing Person Located

With the assistance of the Calgary Search & Rescue Assocation (CALSARA), the missing subject has been found safe and reunited with his family. The CPS would like to thank the public and media for their assistance. readmore

Saturday, April 12, 2014

Investigation into overnight shootings

The Calgary Police Service Guns and Gangs Unit is investigating three separate shootings that occurred overnight. readmore

Friday, April 11, 2014

Charges in Auto Theft

The Calgary Police Service has charged a man in relation to numerous auto and license plate thefts. While on patrol in October 2013, the Auto Theft Unit identified a stolen Nissan 300Z in an alley and requested forensic testing be done. Fingerprints ... readmore

Woman Charged in Human Trafficking Investigation

Following a two-month investigation, the Calgary Police Service Vice Unit has charged a woman in relation to a human trafficking investigation. On Saturday, Jan. 11, 2014, the CPS received a request from the RCMP, on behalf of a family member, to ... readmore

Thursday, April 10, 2014

Calgary Police Service Youth Resource Officer Program launching in junior high schools

The Calgary Police Service is expanding its educational programs through the creation of the Youth Resource Program in junior high schools. The Calgary Police Service has worked with both school boards to develop an agreed upon delivery method for all ... readmore

Overnight Break-ins

The Calgary Police Service is investigating a series of nighttime residential break and enters that occurred across the city overnight. Between late Wednesday, April 9 and early Thursday, April 10, 2014, six break-ins occurred in the communities of ... readmore

Seeking Public Assistance - Indecent Act

The Calgary Police Service is seeking public assistance in identifying a man responsible for an indecent act. At approximately 4:25 p.m., on Friday, April 4, 2014, two 14-year-old girls were walking in the 300 block of Sienna Park Drive S.W. A ... readmore

Man Charged in Historical Sex Assaults

The Calgary Police Service Child Abuse Unit has charged a man with two historical sex assaults dating back to the 1970s. The charges relate to two female victims who knew the accused as a pastor at a northwest Calgary Baptist church. The allegations ... readmore

Wednesday, April 9, 2014

Undetermined Death Investigation

The Calgary Police Service is currently investigating a suspicious death and seeking public assistance to determine the victim’s movements in the days leading up to his death. At approximately 2:45 p.m., on Monday, April 7, 2014, police were called to ... readmore

Tuesday, April 8, 2014

Hate Crimes Awareness Day

Alberta Hate Crimes Committee (AHCC) proclaims April 9, 2014 as Hate Crimes Awareness Day The Alberta Hate Crimes Committee proclaims Wednesday April 9, 2014 as Hate Crimes Awareness Day. readmore

Charges in Dangerous Driving Incident

A man has been charged after a dangerous driving incident yesterday. readmore

Seeking Public Assistance - Bank Robberies

The Calgary Police Service is seeking public assistance to aid in the investigation of two bank robberies that took place yesterday. At approximately 10 a.m., on Monday, April 7, 2014, a man walked into the Bank of Montreal located in the 2500 block ... readmore

Crime Stoppers Re-enactment – Home Invasion Robbery

A Crime Stoppers re-enactment will take place today, Tuesday, April 8, 2014, at 9:15 a.m., to seek assistance from anyone with information about a home invasion last October. At 9:50 p.m., on Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2013, three armed men began banging on ... readmore

Monday, April 7, 2014

Dangerous driving incident

Charges are pending after a man was seen driving dangerously through parts of Calgary today. readmore

Unintentional firearm discharge

The Calgary Police Service is investigating after a police shotgun was unintentionally discharged today. readmore

Friday, April 4, 2014

Man Charged in Connection with Cold Case Sexual Assault

The Calgary Police Service Sex Crimes Unit has charged a man in connection with a 15-year-old cold case. At approximately 12:30 p.m., on July 6, 1999, a woman was on the back patio of her home with her baby. Leaving her child on the backyard patio, ... readmore

Thursday, April 3, 2014

Seeking Public Assistance - Sexual Assault Investigation

The Calgary Police Service is seeking public assistance to identify a man believed responsible for a sexual assault. At approximately 3 a.m., on Sunday, Nov. 24, 2013, a woman was near 14 Avenue and 2 Street S.W., when an unknown man stopped his ... readmore

Wednesday, April 2, 2014

Seeking public assistance

The Calgary Police Service continues to investigate an incident that occurred in northeast Calgary yesterday. readmore

Tuesday, April 1, 2014

Seeking Public Assistance - Outstanding Warrants

The Calgary Police Service is seeking public assistance in locating a man wanted on several outstanding warrants. Robert VERLOOP, 45, is wanted in connection with an assault and failing to comply with court ordered conditions. Police would also like ... readmore

Seizure of counterfeit oxycodone

The Calgary Police Service has charged one man after seizing cash and drugs, including a large number of counterfeit oxycodone pills. readmore

Petland Canada partners with the Canadian Police Canine Association for National Service Dog Month

April marks National Service Dog Month and Petland Canada is excited to announce that we have partnered with the Canadian Police Canine Association (CPCA) for a second year in a row. On April 1, we will launch our sticker campaign across Canada and ... readmore