Wetaskiwin RCMP have arrested three individuals in connection with an armed robbery that occurred On Feb. 6, 2025.
RCMP were made aware of an armed robbery at a residence in Wetaskiwin. The victim said three suspects entered his home, pointed guns at his head and stole a television, bank cards, identification card, money and a cell phone. Three suspects then left on foot.
On Feb. 7, 2025, the investigation led Wetaskiwin RCMP General Investigations Section to a near by residence. With the assistance of the RCMP Emergency Response Team, a search warrant was executed where two individuals were located and arrested.
A 39-year-old individual, a resident of Maskwacis, Alta., was arrested and charged with the following:
- Robbery with a firearm
- Pointing a Firearm
- Assault with a weapons x2
- Uttering Threats.
A 35-year-old individual, a resident of Maskwacis was arrested and charged with the following:
- Robbery with a firearm
- Pointing a firearm
- Assault with a weapon x2
- Uttering Threats.
On Feb. 12, 2025, further investigation led to a second search warrant being executed. With the assistance of the RCMP Emergency Response Team, the Wetaskiwin RCMP's General Investigations Section and Crime Reduction Unit located the third suspect that was taken into custody without incident. As a result of the search, RCMP located two imitation firearms that were used in the robbery.
A 35-year-old individual, a resident of Wetaskiwin, was arrested and charged with the following:
- Robbery with firearm
- Assault with a weapon x2
- Uttering Threats
All accused are being held in custody, and scheduled to appear in Wetaskiwin Provincial Court on February 20, 2025.