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Media UPDATE - Vehicle vs. Pedestrian

Media UPDATE – Vehicle vs. Pedestrian

File 2022-40810 UPDATE – Following extensive investigation, the Prince Albert Police Service has concluded its investigation into a fatal collision involving a vehicle and pedestrian that took place October 27, 2022. The investigation has determined that the collision was non-criminal and accidental. After a review by the Crown, police can confirm that no charges will be laid. Stewart Fleury, age 67, was declared deceased as a result of this collision. His name is being released with consent from ...

Media UPDATE - Police Investigation

Media UPDATE – Police Investigation

File 2023-9937 UPDATE – A prolonged police investigation in the area around McDonald Avenue and Branion Drive Thursday has led to the arrest of one man wanted on outstanding warrants in connection with multiple violent offences involving firearms in recent weeks. Colton Lafond, age 34, was arrested shortly before midnight Thursday following an investigation by the Prince Albert Police Service’s Crime Reduction Team (CRT), Trafficking Response Team (STRT), Proactive Policing Unit (PPU), Canine, Patro ...

Media Release - Prince Albert CRT Investigation Leads to Largest-ever Seizure of Cocaine

Media Release – Prince Albert CRT Investigation Leads to Largest-ever Seizure of Cocaine

File 2023-9104 Four people have been arrested and a warrant issued for a fifth person, after an investigation by the Prince Albert Police Service’s Crime Reduction Team resulted in the largest-ever seizure of cocaine in PAPS history. Members with the Prince Albert Crime Reduction Team have concluded a multi-week investigation after learning of an operation in which cocaine was being trafficked. On March 16, 2023, the Crime Reduction Team, with support from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police – Prince ...

Media Release - Motor Vehicle Collision Involving Police Vehicle

Media Release – Motor Vehicle Collision Involving Police Vehicle

File 2023-9439 On March 19, 2023, just before 2:30 pm, while responding to a report of a weapons complaint in the 3200 Block of 2nd Avenue West, a member with the Prince Albert Police Service was involved in a motor vehicle collision. The officer was travelling with emergency lights and sirens activated when they were involved in a collision at the intersection of 2nd Avenue and 28th Street West. Parkland Ambulance attended the scene and tended to minor injuries, but did not transport anyone to hosp ...

Statement from Chief Bergen on Loss of Two Members with Edmonton Police Service

Statement from Chief Bergen on Loss of Two Members with Edmonton Police Service

Today, we learned of the deaths of two members of the Edmonton Police Service. Any death due to violence is inexplicable and devastating, and I want to offer my condolences to families and loved ones of EPS Cst. Travis Jordan, and EPS Cst. Brett Ryan. Our thoughts and support are with them at this devastating time. The loss of police colleagues in such a senseless and horrific way affects officers across our country, and all of us with the Prince Albert Police Service are deeply impacted by this tragic ...

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