A member of the St. Paul RCMP detachment has been suspended and is facing several child pornography-related charges following an investigation from the Alberta Law Enforcement Response Team’s Internet Child Exploitation Unit     ALERT officials say the investigation into 33-year-old Evan Peacock started in November 2023, when the accused allegedly...

The Smoky Lake RCMP are intensifying efforts to locate three suspects following a truck theft incident that unfolded near Vilna on April 22. While one individual has been apprehended, authorities continue their search for the remaining suspects.    The sequence of events began when the Smoky Lake RCMP received a distress...

As Alberta grapples with heightened wildfire risk and actively, the provincial government has pledged to provide weekly updates on the evolving situation, emphasizing the importance of collective efforts to mitigate the threat and safeguard public safety.     Minister of Forestry and Parks, Todd Loewen, stressed the imperative of community involvement...

On April 17th, at approximately 3:32 PM, the RCMP swiftly responded to a concerning report in St. Paul. Authorities were alerted to an intoxicated male wielding a knife and walking amidst traffic, menacing motorists near Racette School on Main Street.     The RCMP’s prompt response led to the location and...

Cold Lake councillors have deferred a decision on whether or not to grant paramedics free access to the Cenovus Energy Centre for fitness training. This deliberation was prompted by a meeting on March 19, where RCMP requested access to the facility due to space constraints at their detachment.     At...

In a series of coordinated operations, the Bonnyville RCMP has made significant strides in combating theft-related crimes within the region, resulting in multiple arrests and the recovery of stolen property.    The first incident, dating back to April 10th, involved a break-in at a business located on 46 St. The perpetrator...