Calgary Police Commission Re-Elects Chair

Calgary (Nov 28, 2013) - The Calgary Police Commission has re-elected Rodney (Rod) Fong as Chair for the upcoming 2015 Commission year. The Commission’s annual Organizational Meeting occurred Tuesday, November 25, 2014, in the Calgary Police Commission boardroom. Mr. Fong was appointed to the Calgary Police Commission in January 2011. This is his second term as Chair. Prior to this election, he served as Vice-Chair of the Commission for the 2012 Commission year. Mr. Fong brings a wealth of experience to his role as Commission Chair, including serving as Chair of the Lethbridge Regional Police Commission prior to moving to Calgary. He has previous experience in governance having served as a board member for the Alberta Law Enforcement Response Teams (ALERT), the Alberta Association of Police Governance , the provincial board of directors for Community Savings Credit Union, as President of Lethbridge Family Services, as Vice-Chair of the board of trustees for Lethbridge Public School District 51 and as a Senator for the University of Alberta. Mr. Fong is a lawyer and received his LLB from the University of Calgary in 1991. “I would like to thank the Commission members for their vote of confidence in my abilities to serve as their chair,” said Mr. Fong. “We had a successful year in 2014 and look forward to working closely with Chief Hanson and his Executive in the implementation of the new Business Plan. We will work hard to maintain the strong confidence that Calgarians have in their police service and to foster our community readmore

Reminder: CPS Youth Mentorship Program Open House on Saturday

The Calgary Police Service will be showcasing several unique opportunities for youth and young adults, which focus on personal development, while experiencing the world of policing first-hand. The CPS Youth Mentorship Program will host an open house on Saturday, Nov. 29, 2014, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. readmore

Charges in Bank Robbery

Three men have been charged in relation to a bank robbery that took place yesterday evening. At approximately 5 p.m., on Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2014, police were called to the Bank of Montreal in the 2300 block of 4 Street S.W., for reports of a robbery at the bank. Containment was set up to ensure the safety of those nearby, while officers determined if any suspects remained in the bank. It is believed the suspects may have used firearms during the offence and that the staff remained locked within a room inside the bank during the robbery. Three men fled the scene. They were each located nearby and taken into custody without incident. Employees of the bank were safely evacuated at approximately 9 p.m., and the Victim Assistance Unit was called out to provide support. No major injuries occurred as a result of this incident, however, one victim did have a minor injury and was assessed by EMS. Lucas Wayne WINDSOR, 21, Saleem Obaid NASERY, 21, and Matthew Alexis VALDES, 23, all of Calgary, have each been charged with: One count of disguise with intent to commit an indictable offence Seven counts of forcible confinement Seven counts of robbery using a firearm One count of possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose They will next appear in court on Friday, Nov. 28, 2014. The investigation continues by the Robbery Unit and anyone who may have information about this incident is asked to call police at 403-266-1234, or Crime Stoppers anonymously using any of the readmore

UPDATE: Bank Robbery

Three people remain in custody following a bank robbery this evening. At approximately 5 p.m., today, Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2014, police were called to the Bank of Montreal in the 2300 block of 4 Street S.W. for reports of a robbery at the bank. Containment was set up to ensure the safety of those nearby, while officers determined if any suspects remained in the bank. It is believed the suspects may have used firearms during the offence and that the staff remained safely locked within a room inside the bank during the robbery. Three men fled the scene. They were each located nearby and taken into custody without incident. The Robbery Unit continues to investigate and further information, including any potential charges, will be provided when it becomes available. The Calgary Police Service would like to thank the media and the public for respecting the request to refrain from revealing the locations of officers through social media. Anyone who may have information about this incident is asked to call police at 403-266-1234, or Crime Stoppers anonymously using any of the following methods: TALK: 1-800-222-8477 TYPE: http://ift.tt/1nOwwmU TEXT: tttTIPS to 274637 Case #14465791 Details of a media availability will be sent in a separate media advisory. readmore

Ongoing situation in Mission

Police are currently at the scene of what appears to be a bank robbery in the area of 4 St and 23 Avenue S.W. Officers were called to the location at approximately 5 p.m., today, Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2014. The situation is still unfolding and no further information is available at this time. As soon as we have any updates we will provide them. For safety reasons, we ask that media at the scene do not live tweet the location of our officers or units. readmore

Calgary Police Commission Public Meeting

Calgary (Nov. 24, 2014) - The Calgary Police Commission is hosting a Public Meeting, tomorrow, Tuesday, November 25, 2014, in the Calgary Police Commission Boardroom. The meeting will begin at 4:00pm, at 650 - 615 MacLeod Trail SE. The Calgary Police ... readmore

Fatal traffic collision

The Calgary Police Service is currently investigating a fatal traffic collision that occurred yesterday evening. At approximately 9:20 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 21, 2014, a CPS member was driving a marked police vehicle northbound along 36 Street S.E. ... readmore

Man charged in homicide investigation

The Calgary Police Service has charged one person in relation to the death of a man in February of this year. Suryan GIAMA, 25, was last seen by a family member on Monday, Feb. 17, 2014, at a residence in Woodbine. His vehicle was later recovered in ... readmore

Police Issue Warning on Grandparent Scam

The Calgary Police Service is warning citizens about a scam that has appeared to have escalated in the past few months. During 2014, police have become aware of 86 cases relating to what is often referred to as the Grandparent Scam. In each case, con ... readmore

Accused Poppy Box Thief Arrested

A man wanted for numerous poppy box thefts in Calgary has been arrested and charged. On Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2014, RCMP arrested Dwayne Shane SOROKA, 31, near Lloydminster, Alta., without incident. SOROKA has been charged with eight counts of theft ... readmore

Seeking Public Assistance - Commercial Robberies

The Calgary Police Service is seeking public assistance to identify and locate a man believed connected to a number of commercial robberies. In late October, four stores were robbed by a man wielding a knife. At approximately 1:30 a.m., Thursday, Oct. ... readmore

Seeking Public Assistance - Break and Enters

The Calgary Police Service is seeking public assistance in identifying a man responsible for a rash of commercial break and enters over the weekend. At least 30 businesses were broken into in the 400 to 600 blocks of Crowfoot Crescent N.W., between 10 ... readmore

Man Wanted on Warrants Arrested

The Calgary Police Service has arrested a man wanted on warrants for a series of commercial break and enters. In early September 2014, a press release was issued requesting public assistance for information about a man believed to be linked to ... readmore

Calgary Police Service first policing agency in Canada to offer unique online Police Information Checks

The Calgary Police Service is encouraging agencies and businesses that require Police Information Checks for employment and volunteer purposes, to register with the new online electronic police information check system, ePIC. ePIC gives organizations ... readmore

Two Charged in Connection with Sexual Assault

Two men have now been charged in connection with a kidnapping and sexual assault over the weekend. At approximately 11:30 p.m., on Friday, Nov. 14, 2014, a 17-year-old girl was in the community of Taradale when she was approached by two men. The men ... readmore

Sexual Assault in Northeast Calgary

The Calgary Police Service has two men in custody following a sexual assault in the city’s northeast. At approximately 11:30 p.m., on Friday, Nov. 14, 2014, a 17-year-old girl was in near Taracove Road and Taradale Drive N.E., when she was approached ... readmore

Man Wanted on Warrants

The Calgary Police Service is seeking public assistance to locate a man wanted on several warrants. readmore

PSA: CPS Youth Mentorship Program Open House

on Saturday, Nov. 29, 2014, the Calgary Police Service will be showcasing several unique opportunities for youth and young adults, which focus on personal development while experiencing the world of policing first-hand. readmore

Man Charged in Apartment Fire

The Calgary Police Service Arson Unit has charged a man in relation to a fire at an apartment building yesterday. At approximately 4 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2014, emergency services attended an apartment building in the 800 block of Glenmore Trail ... readmore

Break-ins in south Calgary

The Calgary Police Service has laid charges in relation to several break and enters in south Calgary, and reminds all citizens to take steps to prevent break-ins. readmore

Seeking Public Assistance: Sexual Assault

The Calgary Police Service Sex Crimes Unit is seeking public assistance following a violent sexual assault this past weekend. At approximately 9:30 p.m., on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2014, a man discovered an injured woman in the bushes near the 600 block of ... readmore

Man Wanted for Theft of Poppy Boxes

The Calgary Police Service is seeking public assistance to locate a man wanted on warrants for the theft of numerous poppy boxes in Calgary. Since the beginning of November, it is believed that ?? poppy boxes have been stolen from various retail ... readmore

CPS to Honour 100th Anniversary of First World War

To honour the 100th anniversary of the First World War and the sacrifices made throughout, the Calgary Police Service is issuing a Commemorative ‘Vimy Salute’ Cap Badge for uniformed members. The Battle of Vimy Ridge, which began on April 9, 1917, was ... readmore

Homicide Investigation Update

The Calgary Police Service continues to investigate a homicide that occurred in October, and believe that another shooting reported at a nearby home, at the same time, was a stray bullet. readmore

Drug and Firearms Charges

The Calgary Police Service Drug Unit has charged two individuals in relation to a drug operation which concluded on Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2014. The one-month long investigation, which began as a result of a tip from a member of the public, led to a ... readmore

Seeking Public Assistance - Homicide Investigation

The Calgary Police Service continues to seek public assistance in relation to a homicide that occurred in 2012. readmore

Facial Recognition To Aid Investigations

Starting this month, the Calgary Police Service will become the first police agency in Canada to use facial recognition software as a screening tool for investigations and arrestee intake procedures. Following a year of rigorous research, review and ... readmore