Strathcona County RCMP Crime Reduction Unit executes search warrant

September 18, 2024
Strathcona County, Alberta

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Seized Contraband
Seized Contraband

On Aug. 23, 2024, Strathcona County RCMP responded to a report of uttering threats at a residence in the Aspen trails area of Sherwood Park, Alta.

Police attempted to locate the suspect but were unsuccessful, and as a result, an arrest warrant was issued. The suspect had twelve outstanding warrants and was bound by several conditions.

Strathcona County RCMP Crime Reduction Unit, with the assistance of the Edmonton Police Service, conducted a search warrant on a residence located in Edmonton. During the search, police located and seized switchblades, three swords, two machetes, multiple magazines and a baseball bat.

A 47-year-old individual, a resident of Edmonton, has been charged with:

  • Uttering threats (x2)
  • Criminal harassment (x2)
  • Harassing communications
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose (x6)
  • Possession of a weapon contrary to order (x2)

The individual was remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear in the Alberta Court of Justice in Sherwood Park on Sept. 23, 2024.

If anyone has any information regarding this offence, please contact the Strathcona County RCMP at 780-467-7741. If you see a crime in progress, dial 911. If you want to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the "P3 Tips" app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.

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Contact information

Alberta RCMP Media Relations
780-509-3970

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