Shooting suspect shot by RCMP in Red Deer

From the Alberta RCMP

Alberta RCMP officer involved shooting in Red Deer

On March 12, 2023, at approximately 11:30 a.m., Red Deer RCMP responded to a complaint of a male discharging a firearm at the Walmart parking lot in Red Deer.

After continuous investigation and patrols, at approximately 2:15 p.m. Red Deer officers located the male associated to this complaint in the area of Garden Heights and Carleton Ave. During the arrest of this male, an interaction occurred where officers discharged their firearms. As a result of the interaction, the male was taken to hospital with injuries.

No officers were injured during this incident.

The Alberta RCMP believes in processes that seek the facts and it’s important that processes taken to assess the actions of all those involved, including the police, are fair, transparent, and defendable. This is why, as soon as we became aware of this incident, we immediately notified the Director of Law Enforcement and initiated our internal review process.

The Director of Law Enforcement deemed this to be “in scope” and has directed the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) to investigate.

Independent of ASIRT’s investigation, the Alberta RCMP’s internal review process has been implemented to gather a full account of what took place during this incident. RCMP training, policy, police response, and the duty status of the members involved will be subject to review. The Alberta RCMP is, of course, fully cooperating with ASIRT and will not be commenting further on this incident. All media inquiries about this incident should now be directed to ASIRT at 780-641-9099.

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Over $100,000 cash seized by RCMP in Red Deer drug bust

Published on January 23, 2025

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News release from Alberta RCMP

Red Deer RCMP arrest individual for drug trafficking

On Jan. 22, 2025, Red Deer RCMP General Investigation Section (GIS) arrested one male as a result of a drug trafficking investigation.

Police executed search warrants on a residence and motor vehicle in the Red Deer area. As a result of the investigation, police seized over 16 ounces of cocaine that had been pre-packaged for sale and also pressed into a brick form, 140 Oxycodone tablets, items used in the trafficking of controlled substances and over $100,000 in Canadian currency.

Ermias Yohannes, a 36-year-old resident of Ontario, has been charged with the following offences:

Possession of a Controlled Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking x2
Possess Proceeds of Crime over $5000

Yohannes was brought before a Justice of the Peace and was remanded into custody. He is scheduled to appear in court on Jan. 30, 2025 at the Alberta Court of Justice in Red Deer.

“Red Deer RCMP remain committed to improving public safety and disrupting drug trafficking activities within our communities” said Cst. Andrew Devine, Red Deer RCMP GIS.

If you have information regarding this event or any other suspicious or illegal activity within the City of Red Deer, please contact Red Deer RCMP at 403-406-2200. If you wish 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. To report crime online, or for access to RCMP news and information, download the Alberta RCMP app through Apple or Google Play.

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B.C. traveller arrested for drug exportation during Calgary layover

Published on December 16, 2024

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From the Alberta RCMP

B.C. traveller arrested for drug exportation during Calgary layover

Calgary – On Nov. 17, 2024, Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) officers at the Calgary International Airport were conducting outbound exams when they intercepted luggage from a commercial flight destined for the United Kingdom. During the exam, officers found and seized 12 kg of pressed cocaine and a tracking device. The owner of the bag was subsequently arrested by CBSA prior to boarding a flight to Heathrow Airport.

The Integrated Border Enforcement Team in Alberta, a joint force operation between the RCMP Federal Policing Northwest Region, CBSA and Calgary Police Service, was notified and a criminal investigation was initiated into the traveller and the seized drugs.

Justin Harry Carl Beck, 29, a resident of Port Coquitlam, B.C., was arrested and charged with:

Exportation of a controlled substance contrary to section 6(1) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act;
Possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking contrary to section 5(2) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.

Beck is scheduled to appear at the Alberta Court of Justice in Calgary on May 6, 2025.

“This seizure is a testament to the exemplary work and investigative expertise shown by CBSA Border Services Officers at Calgary International Airport. Through our key partnerships with the RCMP and the Calgary Police Service, the CBSA works to disrupt those attempting to smuggle illegal drugs across our borders and hold them accountable.”

Janalee Bell-Boychuk, Regional Director General, Prairie Region, Canada Border Services Agency

“The RCMP Federal Policing Northwest Region’s top priority has always been, and will continue to be, public safety. This investigation serves as an important reminder that this extends beyond any border. By working together, we prevented this individual from importing an illicit substance into a foreign country where it had the potential to cause significant harm to others, all for the sake of turning a profit.”

Supt. Sean Boser, Officer in Charge of Federal Serious Organized Crime and Border Integrity – Alberta, RCMP Federal Policing Northwest Region

“This investigation underscores the importance of collaboration in drug trafficking investigations. Our partnerships with law enforcement agencies across the country, and internationally, are vital to addressing crimes that cross multiple borders. By intercepting these drugs before they could reach their destination, we have ensured a safer community, both locally and abroad.”

Supt. Jeff Bell, Criminal Operations & Intelligence Division, Calgary Police Service

IBET’s mandate is to enhance border integrity and security along the shared border, between designated ports of entry, by identifying, investigating and interdicting persons, organizations and goods that are involved in criminal activities.