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Strathcona County- Fatal Motor Vehicle Collision

Sherwood Park, Alta. – On April 29, 2019 at approximately 10:19 p.m. a Strathcona County RCMP received a report of a possible impaired driver travelling eastbound on Baseline Road. 

Police located the suspect vehicle at the intersection of Highway 21 and Baseline Road. Emergency lights were activated and a traffic stop was attempted. The vehicle fled and continued driving erratically northbound on Highway 21. No pursuit was initiated due to safety concerns.

Strathcona County RCMP Respond to Grass Fire on Range Road 233

Strathcona County, Alta. – Strathcona County RCMP are currently on scene with fire personnel at a grass fire south of Range Road 233 (Sherwood Drive) in Sherwood Park.

No residences are in the area of the grass fire. Traffic is being re-routed between Township Road 522 and Township Road 520 in Sherwood Park.  The cause of the fire is unknown at this time.

An update will be provided when available.

Strathcona County RCMP Seek Public Assistance

Strathcona County, Alta. – On April 12, 2019 at approximately 8:37 p.m. Strathcona County RCMP responded to a report of a disturbance on Aspen Trail in Sherwood Park. Witnesses observed a female passenger in a vehicle yelling for help while it was driving erratically down the road.  

The suspect vehicle is described as a red van, possibly a Dodge Caravan and was last seen heading west on Aspen Trail from Cloverbar Road.

Police are looking to identify the occupants of the vehicle to ensure their safety and well-being.

FRAUD PREVENTION TIPS

Strathcona County, Alta. – Fraud Prevention Month is an annual public awareness campaign held in March that works to prevent Canadians from becoming victims of fraud by helping them "Recognize it. Report it. Stop it."

Thousands of Canadians of all ages and from all walks of life are defrauded each year.  There is no typical fraud victim in Canada. Fraud targets Canadians of all ages and from all walks of life and recognizing fraud is the first step to better protecting yourself.

Strathcona County RCMP – Winter Driving Tips

Strathcona County, Alta. - Strathcona County RCMP remind motorists that winter driving can be challenging with rapidly changing weather and cooler temperatures.

Winter weather conditions can be variable and unpredictable, placing extra demands on your vehicle and driving skills. With snow, ice and slush on the roadway, it’s important to be extra cautious and to be prepared for emergencies.

Strathcona County RCMP Team Up for Halloween

Strathcona County, Alberta – The Strathcona County RCMP and Strathcona County Enforcement Services are again teaming up with community partners this Halloween to ensure all trick-or-treaters enjoy a safe and fun evening.

Joining the team this year will be the Strathcona County Citizens on Patrol, Strathcona County Transit, Strathcona County Emergency Services and Sherwood Park Crusaders Hockey Club.

Strathcona County RCMP and Citizens On Patrol team up –Lock It or Lose It

Strathcona County, Alberta – On Tuesday October 3, 2018 Strathcona County RCMP and Strathcona County Citizens On Patrol (COP) volunteers did crime prevention inspections on 374 vehicles parked at Millennium Place, as part of the Lock it or Lose it public education campaign. Volunteers did not try doors or touch vehicles, other than to leave a report card at the vehicle, flagging temptations that might encourage a thief to break into the vehicle or try to steal it.

Strathcona County RCMP Investigate Sexual Assault

Strathcona County, Alberta – Strathcona County RCMP are requesting the public's assistance in gathering information on the following crime:

On Tuesday September 11, 2018 at approximately 12:30 p.m. a female youth was walking on Brentwood Blvd near Raven Drive when she was approached by an unknown male. The male attempted to engage in a conversation with the female and while doing so grabbed her hand. The male then hugged and kissed the female and walked away.

 

Strathcona County RCMP Advise of Traffic Disruption on Highway 16

Strathcona County, Alberta – Strathcona County RCMP are currently on Highway 16 due to a semi-trailer’s load colliding with a CN rail bridge. The westbound lane on Highway 16 near Highway 21 has been reduced to one lane of traffic.

Traffic is expected to be disrupted for several hours and RCMP are asking motorists to choose alternate routes if possible.

Strathcona County RCMP Seeking Witnesses to Fatal Collision

Strathcona County, Alberta -   Strathcona County RCMP are continuing to investigate the collision which followed an attempted traffic stop on Tuesday, August 14, 2018.  In an effort to further the investigation, the RCMP are encouraging any drivers who have dash camera footage or anyone who witnessed the single vehicle rollover on the Sherwood Park Freeway which occurred at approximately 3:00 p.m. to contact the RCMP.

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