City of Red Deer
5 people have died by criminal offences such as homicide so far in 2019! See first quarter crime stats..

From The City of Red Deer
First quarter crime stats show increases
Red Deer Municipal Detachment
Crime Statistics (Actual)
January to March: 2014 ‐ 2019
All categories contain “Attempted” and/or “Completed” April 03, 2019
CATEGORY |
|
2014 |
2015 |
2016 |
2017 |
2018 |
2019 |
Homicides & Offences Related to Death |
0 |
2 |
3 |
3 |
2 |
5 |
|
Robbery |
25 |
39 |
49 |
26 |
20 |
27 |
|
Sexual Assaults |
30 |
22 |
29 |
22 |
45 |
54 |
|
Other Sexual Offences |
20 |
11 |
14 |
20 |
18 |
11 |
|
Assault |
420 |
430 |
365 |
363 |
311 |
355 |
|
Kidnapping/Hostage/Abduction |
6 |
10 |
11 |
7 |
9 |
11 |
|
Extortion |
5 |
3 |
2 |
3 |
3 |
6 |
|
Criminal Harassment |
85 |
63 |
116 |
89 |
79 |
72 |
|
Uttering Threats |
171 |
155 |
163 |
139 |
138 |
126 |
|
TOTAL PERSONS |
762 |
735 |
752 |
672 |
625 |
667 |
|
Break & Enter |
2014 192 |
2015 235 |
2016 330 |
2017 359 |
2018 239 |
2019 333 |
|
Theft of Motor Vehicle |
187 |
276 |
397 |
389 |
177 |
377 |
|
Theft Over $5,000 |
23 |
33 |
33 |
24 |
27 |
37 |
|
Theft Under $5,000 |
940 |
1,092 |
1,462 |
1,517 |
797 |
1,034 |
|
Possn Stn Goods |
148 |
200 |
260 |
338 |
115 |
159 |
|
Fraud |
300 |
255 |
286 |
355 |
253 |
324 |
|
Arson |
3 |
8 |
4 |
7 |
5 |
2 |
|
Mischief To Property |
812 |
855 |
1,006 |
1,149 |
521 |
743 |
|
TOTAL PROPERTY |
2,605 |
2,954 |
3,778 |
4,138 |
2,134 |
3,009 |
|
Offensive Weapons |
2014 52 |
2015 69 |
2016 113 |
2017 90 |
2018 66 |
2019 100 |
|
Disturbing the peace |
526 |
595 |
633 |
606 |
399 |
508 |
|
Fail to Comply & Breaches |
412 |
432 |
393 |
395 |
306 |
255 |
|
OTHER CRIMINAL CODE |
127 |
132 |
117 |
151 |
145 |
145 |
|
TOTAL OTHER CRIMINAL CODE |
1,117 |
1,228 |
1,256 |
1,242 |
916 |
1,008 |
|
TOTAL CRIMINAL CODE |
4,484 |
4,917 |
5,786 |
6,052 |
3,675 |
4,684 |
According to statistics, crime in the first quarter of 2019 has increased compared to the same time period last year, but remains lower than in previous years.
“Throughout 2018 and the tail end of 2017, we consistently saw decreases across key areas, including break and enter and theft of motor vehicles; however, the numbers for this first quarter of this year are showing increases, said Superintendent Grobmeier, Officer in Chargeof the Red Deer RCMP. “It’s not necessarily unusual to see increases after such a prolongedperiod of significant decreases, but we know we need to act to ensure this increase doesn’t become a trend.”
When comparing the first quarter of 2019 to the first quarter of 2018, total Criminal Code files increased by 27 per cent; however, this it is still 22 per cent lower than the same time period in 2017. Select first quarter results include:
Total persons crimes increased slightly, by seven per cent; however this has remained relatively steady over a three year period.
o We had 27 robberies, compared to 20 in 2018.o Sexual assaults increase by 20 percent.
Total property crime increased by 41 per cent; however it is 27 per cent lower than the same time period on 2017.
o Theft under $5,000 increased by 30 per cent; however it is still 31 per cent lower than the same time period in 2017.
o Break and enters increased by 39 per cent.
o We had 377 stolen vehicles, compared to 177 in the same time period in 2018.
“We recognize that an increase in crime rates is not what the community wants to see, and it isn’t what we want to see either,” said Superintendent Grobmeier. “There are several factorsthat we believe contributed to some of the increases, including extreme weather this winter, which unfortunately translated into many vehicles being stolen while they were running andunlocked.”
One of the ways police are working to reduce crime is through Pinpoint, a made in Red Deer program that targets repeat offenders and crime hotspots. Between January 7, 2019 and April 8, 2019, Red Deer RCMP conducted 521 checks on targeted people and addresses identified through Pinpoint, including nine identified people on parole and/or probation and 42 more career criminals with an active history of property crime. Police also conducted another 1,368 checks in crime hot spots. During the first quarter of 2019, 140 charges have been laid specific to targets identified through Pinpoint, and 108 warrants have been executed.
City of Red Deer
City of Red Deer Employee Honoured with Bob Stollings Memorial Award for Outstanding Contributions

Annette Scheper, Community & Program Facilitator in the Safe & Healthy Communities Department is The City’s 2025 recipient of the Bob Stollings Memorial Award.
The Bob Stollings Memorial Award is given out each year to a City employee who displays outstanding performance in alignment with The City’s RISE cornerstone values – respect, integrity, service and excellence. Nominations for the award are submitted by fellow coworkers detailing the employee’s achievements professionally and interpersonally, along with letters of support. The award is considered a great honour among City staff.
With an impressive 22-year career, Annette has played a pivotal role in shaping Red Deer’s cultural and special events landscape. Her leadership and innovation have brought thousands of successful events to life, creating lasting traditions that enrich the lives of residents. Her commitment to excellence and resourcefulness has ensured that community initiatives are inclusive, accessible, and impactful.
One of Annette’s most notable achievements is the development of the Community Loan Program, which provides essential resources for local groups, contributing an annual value of $86,778.95 back into the community. In addition, she has successfully led and executed a variety of large-scale events, demonstrating remarkable problem-solving skills and a dedication to sustainability. From creating elaborate event designs with repurposed materials to managing complex logistics, she continuously sets the standard for excellence.
“Annette exemplifies the best of our organization,” said City Manager, Tara Lodewyk. “Her unwavering dedication, innovative thinking, and ability to bring people together has made a profound impact on our city. This award is a testament to her hard work and passion for creating meaningful experiences for our community.”
The Bob Stollings Memorial Award was first established in 1985 and is presented every year to honour Robert (Bob) E. Stollings, a loyal and dedicated City employee from 1960-1984.
City of Red Deer
Red Deer will choose a new Mayor as Ken Johnston decides to step away

It’s a telling detail about the person who leads Red Deer City Council. Always putting the city’s needs ahead of his own, Mayor Ken Johnston has announced his intentions within days of the opening of Nominations for October’s municipal elections,
After 12 years on council, Mayor Ken Johnston has decided against running for a second term as Mayor this fall. Johnson shared his decision in front of colleagues and supporters in a touching announcement on Wednesday.
At 71 years old, Johnston remains vibrant, passionate and healthy. He says that’s exactly why he and his wife Carolyn have decided now is the right time to start their next stage of life together.
Mayor Johnston listed a number of highlights and achievements he can look back on, including his help advocating for the redevelopment of Red Deer Regional Hospital, the growth of Red Deer Polytechnic, and positive moves in Economic Development.
All these lead of a feeling of ease about the decision to step away, though affordable housing and a permanent shelter for the homeless remain pressing concerns.
With about 8 months remaining in his term, Mayor Johnston is planning to push hard to move the needle on these housing issues.
“We’re looking forward to some more work and we’ll be going to the community shortly about it. So I still have optimism that maybe before the term is out we can have an announcement.”
This is the second major political announcement in Central Alberta in the last number of days. Earlier this week Red Deer Mountain View MP Earl Dreeshen announced he won’t be running in the next federal election.
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