Strathcona County, Alta. – On March 29, 2022 the Strathcona County RCMP attended a vehicle fire where the remains of a 38-year-old male were located inside.
Strathcona County RCMP General Investigation Section (GIS) assisted in the investigation along with the RCMP Forensic Identification Section.
As a result of the investigation completed and the autopsy that was conducted on April 1, 2022, the circumstances of the death have been deemed non criminal in nature.
Our thoughts are with the family of the victim at this difficult time.
Background
March 30, 2022
Strathcona County RCMP General Investigation Section Investigate Sudden Death
Strathcona County, Alta. – Strathcona County RCMP General Investigation Section (GIS) is currently investigating the sudden death of a male located following a vehicle fire.
On March 29, 2022 at 1:17 p.m., Strathcona County RCMP responded to a 911 call of vehicle fire on Range Road 224 just south of Wye Road in Sherwood Park, Alta. RCMP and Strathcona County Emergency Services attended and observed a vehicle fully engulfed in flames. Upon extinguishing the fire, police located human remains inside the vehicle.
Police have tentatively identified the male and next-of-kin has been notified.
The circumstances surrounding the 38-year-old male’s death remains under investigation by Strathcona County RCMP General Investigation Section (GIS). An autopsy has been ordered by the office of the Chief Medical Examiner.
An update will be provided when further details can be released.
Anyone that may have seen any vehicles including a black Dodge Journey in the area of Range Road 224 south of Wye Road in Sherwood Park, Alta. between 12 p.m. and 1:15 p.m. on March 29, 2022, are asked to contact the Strathcona County RCMP at 780-467-7749. 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.