Friday, July 31, 2015

Police operation targets property crime

The Calgary Police Service has charged 23 individuals in a number of property-related crimes. The month long District 5 operation ran from Wednesday, June 24, to Friday, July 24, 2015. Its aim was to reduce the number of property related offences in the... readmore

Thursday, July 30, 2015

One man charged in June bank robbery

The Calgary Police Service has charged one man in relation to a bank robbery that occurred on Thursday, June 25, 2015. readmore

Hit-and-run involving pedestrian

The Calgary Police Service continues to investigate a hit-and-run collision involving a pedestrian. At approximately 10 p.m., yesterday, Wednesday, July 30, 2015, a woman and two toddlers were crossing the street in a marked crosswalk at Temple Drive... readmore

August long weekend water safety

The Heritage Day long weekend is one of the busiest long weekends for Calgary waterways, and the Partners in Water Safety are reminding river users to have fun in a safe and responsible manner. So far this year, the Calgary Police Service Marine Unit... readmore

Wednesday, July 29, 2015

One man charged in three recent bank robberies

The Calgary Police Service has charged one man in relation to three separate bank robberies occurring in June and July 2015. readmore

Man charged in attempted robbery

The Calgary Police Service has charged one man following an attempted robbery. readmore

Man charged in fatal hit and run

A man has been charged in relation to a fatal hit and run collision that occurred earlier this week. At approximately 11:15 p.m., yesterday, Monday, July 27, 2015, a woman was crossing the street at a marked crosswalk at Centre Street North and 43... readmore

Tuesday, July 28, 2015

Police continue to seek man wanted on warrants

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

Person of interest - Fatal hit-and-run

The Calgary Police Service is questioning a person of interest following a fatal hit-and-run. At approximately 11:15 p.m., yesterday, Monday, July 27, 2015, a woman was crossing the street at a marked crosswalk at Centre Street North and 43 Avenue, when... readmore

Don’t just be a bystander; be a witness!

The Calgary Police Service has partnered with students from SAIT Polytechnic’s Film and Video Production program to create a video series titled The Witness, which is aimed at helping people be the best witnesses possible. The series follows a man... readmore

Monday, July 27, 2015

Man charged in assault on taxi driver

The Calgary Police Service has charged a man in relation to the assault of a taxi driver earlier this year. At approximately 4 p.m., on Sunday, April 18, 2015, a taxi driver picked up two men in the 2200 block of Centre Street North and drove them to... readmore

Sunday, July 26, 2015

Seeking public assistance - attempted robbery

The Calgary Police Service is seeking public assistance following an attempted bank robbery.   At approximately 3:15 p.m., today, Sunday, July 26, 2015, a man entered the Cash Money located in the 4600 block of Macleod Trail S.W.   Once inside, he... readmore

Friday, July 24, 2015

Seeking public assistance - bank robbery

The Calgary Police Service is seeking public assistance following a bank robbery.  At approximately 4:45 p.m., today, Friday, July 24, 2015, a man walked into a bank in the 4600 block of Bow Trail S.W. He presented a note to the teller. The suspect ... readmore

Fatal motorcycle collision

The Calgary Police Service continues to investigate a fatal motorcycle collision that took place yesterday.   At approximately 9:30 p.m., Thursday, July 23, 2015, a Suzuki motorcycle was traveling northbound in the 10200 block of 18 Street S.E.   The... readmore

Thursday, July 23, 2015

One man charged in commercial robberies

The Calgary Police Service has charged one man in relation to two commercial robberies that occurred on Wednesday, June 24, 2015. readmore

Two charged in relation to car prowlings and break and enters

The Calgary Police Service has charged two individuals with a number of offences believed to be related to multiple break and enters and car prowlings in the city.  readmore

Scammer posing as ENMAX employee

The Calgary Police Service and ENMAX are alerting Calgarians to a new door-to-door fraud involving people posing as ENMAX employees.   On Friday, July 17, 2015, police were called to a residence in the 400 block of 71 Avenue S.E. by a woman who claimed... readmore

Wednesday, July 22, 2015

Pedestrian falls from overpass

The Calgary Police Service continues to investigate a fatal collision involving a pedestrian.   At approximately 4:30 p.m., on Wednesday, July 22, 2015, a 2010 Mazda A3 was traveling northbound in the 5400 block of Crowchild Trail S.W.   A... readmore

Fatal collision

The Calgary Police Service is investigating a fatal collision. At approximately 11:15 a.m., today, Wednesday, July 22, 2015, a Honda CRV was traveling north on 14 Street N.W., south of Berkley Gate. It crossed over the centre grass median, colliding... readmore

Man charged with 14 break and enters

A man has been charged in relation to 14 break and enters targeting shops and small businesses in the city’s southwest. Between Saturday, July 4, 2015, and Tuesday, July 14, 2015, numerous businesses in the area of Macleod Trail and 42 Avenue S.W. were... readmore

Man charged in child luring investigation

The Calgary Police Service has charged a 30-year-old man in relation to the online luring of a 13-year-old girl. In late March 2015, the victim’s mother became concerned for her daughter’s welfare when she noticed changes in mood, behavior and routine. ... readmore

Tuesday, July 21, 2015

Seeking public assistance - missing person

The Calgary Police Service is seeking public assistance to locate a missing woman. Jami RAINER, also known as Simone, was last seen on Monday, June 27, 2015. She was last heard from on Wednesday, July 7, 2015.   RAINER, 16, is approximately 5’2”... readmore

Second man charged in homicide investigation

The Calgary Police Service has charged a second man in relation to a weekend homicide. Jesse Sky COPENACE, 18, is charged with second-degree murder. A 17-year-old male is also charged with second-degree murder and cannot be named under provisions of... readmore

Three people charged in stolen jersey incident

The Calgary Police Service has charged three men in relation to the theft of jerseys and other memorabilia from a southwest home. On Thursday, July 9, 2015, police were called to a residence in the community of Windsor Park for reports of a break and... readmore

Monday, July 20, 2015

Youth charged in homicide investigation

The Calgary Police Service has charged a youth in connection with a Homicide Unit investigation.   The 17-year-old male cannot be named under provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act, however, he is charged with second-degree murder in connection... readmore

Sunday, July 19, 2015

Homicide Unit Investigation

  The Calgary Police Service is investigating the death of a man in the city' northwest.   This morning, Sunday, July 19, 2015, at approximately 1:30 a.m., officers responded to the 4000 block of 19 Street N.W., for reports of a man in medical... readmore

Friday, July 17, 2015

Man wanted on warrants arrested

A man wanted on warrants in relation to a stolen property investigation has been arrested. In June 2015, an investigation by the District 1 Operations Team and the District 1 Break and Enter Detail, led to the recovery of approximately $85,000 worth of... readmore

Thursday, July 16, 2015

Man charged in bank robbery

A man has been charged following a bank robbery that occurred yesterday afternoon. readmore

Wednesday, July 15, 2015

Third Man Charged in Connection with AHMED Homicide

A third man has officially been charged in connection with the murder of Maqsood AHMED. Matthew Daniel FOREST, 21, of Calgary, is charged with robbery, accessory after the fact to robbery, and accessory after the fact to murder. Jean Bertrand... readmore

Tuesday, July 14, 2015

Valley Ridge Deaths Not Criminal

The Calgary Police Service has concluded its investigation into the deaths of two people found in a Valley Ridge home.   After autopsies by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, the deaths are no longer considered suspicious and are not... readmore

Homicide Victim Identified

    The Calgary Police Service continues to investigate a fatal shooting in the city’s northeast over the weekend. At approximately 3:45 a.m., on Saturday, July 11, 2015, police responded to a call that multiple shots were heard in the 5300 block of... readmore

Second Man Charged in Connection with AHMED Homicide

A second man wanted in connection with the murder of Maqsood AHMED has been arrested. Jean Bertrand HAVYARIMANA, 19, of no fixed address in Calgary, turned himself in to police on Monday, July 13, 2015. He was formally charged overnight with robbery ... readmore

Monday, July 13, 2015

Calgary Police Service and the Missing Children Society of Canada seek public assistance for theft associated with bottle recycle program

The Calgary Police Service (CPS) and the Missing Children Society of Canada (MCSC) are seeking public assistance following a number of thefts from bottle collection sites that are critical to MCSC’s fundraising efforts. MCSC operates a bottle pick-up... readmore

Saturday, July 11, 2015

Police investigating suspicious deaths in Valley Ridge

The Calgary Police Service Homicide Unit is investigating two suspicious deaths after bodies were found in a Valley Ridge home this morning. At approximately 10:30 a.m., on Saturday, July 11, 2015, police were called to a residence along Valley Crest... readmore

Police investigating overnight shootings

The Calgary Police Service Homicide Unit is investigating after police were called to reports of shots fired in northeast Calgary early this morning. At approximately 3:45 a.m., on Saturday, July 11, 2015, police responded to a call that multiple shots... readmore

Police charge man in stabbing at Stampede Grounds

The Calgary Police Service has laid charges in connection with a stabbing that occurred on Stampede Grounds earlier this week. At approximately 12:15 a.m., on Thursday, July 9, 2015, police were alerted to a fight involving several individuals on the... readmore

Friday, July 10, 2015

Serious injury collision

The Calgary Police Service continues to investigate an early morning collision. At approximately 3 a.m., today, Friday, July 10, 2015, a 2002 gold Infiniti I35 was traveling southbound on Blackfoot Trail S.E., south of 43 Avenue S.E., when it began to... readmore

Thursday, July 9, 2015

Stabbing on Stampede Grounds

The Calgary Police Service continues to investigate an incident that occurred on the Stampede Grounds last night. At approximately 12:30 a.m., on Thursday, July 9, 2015, police were alerted to a fight involving several individuals on the Stampede... readmore

July photo enforcement locations

In response to community needs identified through statistical analysis, collisions, and citizen concerns, mobile photo radar will be set up on Crowchild Trail, Deerfoot Trail, Barlow Trail, Stoney Trail, Macleod Trail, Sarcee Trail and Glenmore... readmore

Utility scam targets Calgary businesses

The Calgary Police Service Economic Crimes Unit is alerting the public to a utility scam targeting small businesses – mainly restaurants – in the Calgary area. Since January, police have been notified of 130 attempts to solicit funds through this scam.... readmore

Wednesday, July 8, 2015

High Risk Offender Released

In the interest of public safety, the Calgary Police Service is issuing the following public information and warning in regards to the release of an inmate. readmore

Tuesday, July 7, 2015

Seeking public assistance - Brentwood bank robbery

The Calgary Police Service is seeking public assistance following a bank robbery that occurred in the community of Brentwood yesterday morning. readmore

Charges Laid in Animal Cruelty Case

Ottavio Pio MARCHESAN, 75, of Calgary, has been charged with two counts of animal cruelty. His next court appearance is scheduled for Thursday, August 20, 2015. readmore

Police lay charges in prostitution stings

The Calgary Police Service has laid several charges in relation to two prostitution stings that took place earlier this year. One four-day operation, held between Tuesday, March 24 and Friday, March 27, 2015, targeted the consumers of street sex... readmore

Monday, July 6, 2015

Calgary Police - missing 12yr old located

Isaiah Cote-Stoffels has been located safe and sound. Calgary Police Service would like to thank the public and media partners for their assistance. readmore

Seeking public assistance – Missing 12-year old boy

The Calgary Police Service is seeking public assistance to locate a missing person. readmore

Police and Humane Society Investigate Animal Cruelty Allegations

The Calgary Police Service has one man in custody in connection with animal cruelty allegations. The man is facing charges after he allegedly poisoned up to three cats and threw them in a Forest Lawn garbage. Two of the kittens were recovered... readmore

Calgary police locate missing man

The Calgary Police Service has located Ennio Antonio LINARES, who was last seen on Monday, June 29, 2015. He is in good condition and the matter is not criminal in nature. The Calgary Police Service would like to thank the media and public for... readmore

CORRECTION – Man charged in balloon flight

Daniel BORIA has only been charged with one count of mischief causing danger to life. There were not two charges laid as previously stated in the original release. readmore

Man charged in balloon flight

At approximately 7:30 p.m., on Sunday, July 6, 2015, a man was spotted floating in a chair with more than 100 balloons attached. readmore

Serious injury collision

The Calgary Police Service continues to investigate an early morning collision.   At approximately 1:15 a.m., Monday, July 6 2015 a white Acura was traveling east on McKnight Blvd. N.E. between Barlow Trail and Metis Trail, when it lost control and... readmore

Sunday, July 5, 2015

Charges laid in death of Shannon Madill (Burgess)

The Calgary Police Service has arrested one man in relation to the disappearance of Shannon Madill (Burgess).   Madill, 25, was last seen by a family member at approximately 12:30 a.m., on Thursday, Nov. 27, 2014, at her residence in the 1900 block of... readmore

Saturday, July 4, 2015

Seeking public assistance - missing person

The Calgary Police Service is seeking public assistance in locating a missing man. Ennio Antonio LINARES, 54, was last seen in the 200 block of Somerset Drive S.W. at approximately 12 p.m., on Monday, June 29, 2015. LINARES is described as 5'8" tall,... readmore

Friday, July 3, 2015

Bank Robbery - 10000 block South Port Road SW

  LOCATION: CIBC 10000 block – Southport Rd SW DETAILS: On July 3, 2015 at 1:20 pm a male culprit entered the CIBC located in the 10000 block of Southport Rd SW. The culprit approached a teller and presented a robbery note. He was given an... readmore

Thursday, July 2, 2015

Nighttime Break and Enter in Dover

The Calgary Police Service is seeking public assistance in relation to a nighttime break and enter. Sometime between 10:30 p.m., on Wednesday, July 1, 2015, and 5:15 a.m., today, Thursday, July 2, 2015, the owners of a residence located in the 2600... readmore

Kids in hot cars - it isn't worth the risk

First responders in Calgary are urging parents to never leave their children unattended in vehicles, and to call 9-1-1 immediately if they see a child unattended in a hot vehicle. readmore

Police charge three with running dial-a-dope operation

The Calgary Police Service has laid 35 charges against two men and are looking for a third after seizing over $43,000 worth of drugs. The Drug Unit completed a six-month investigation into a drug trafficking operation in June. During the... readmore

Enhanced Checkstops

The Calgary Police Service would like to remind Calgarians to have a safe Stampede by not drinking and driving.  Starting Friday, July 3, 2015, Enhanced Checkstops will run to complement the existing evening Checkstops that CPS runs year-round.   In... readmore