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Alberta RCMP sends reminders for new driver safety this August

Learning to drive can be fun and overwhelming. As a new driver there’s lots to keep in mind while navigating the roadways. Young and new drivers are more likely to be involved in fatal and injury collisions due to their age and inexperience; drivers under age 25 are more often involved in fatal collisions than any other age group (Transport Canada). Thankfully, over the past decade young and new drivers have become less involved in fatal and injury collisions. […]

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Alberta RCMP stress water safety this summer

Summer is officially here, which means people are spending more time outdoors and on our provincial lakes and rivers. Your Alberta RCMP wants everyone to enjoy their fun this summer, but asks that you prioritize safety when in, and around, the water. […]

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Morinville RCMP Arrest Suspect in Robbery

On the afternoon of Saturday, July 6, Morinville RCMP responded to a complaint of a theft at a dining establishment in Morinville. A lone suspect entered the business and stole a small amount of cash from an employee who was working there. […]

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Alberta RCMP reminds residents of the 9PM Routine

Alberta summers mean late nights with the sun shining bright, however, it’s still important to remember a nightly routine. On average, property crime tends to rise during the summer months. In July 2023, in Alberta RCMP jurisdictions, there were 2,798 reports of Theft Under $5,000. […]

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Alberta RCMP reminds everyone to enjoy the long weekend responsibly  

The Canada Day weekend is often a time for celebration with trips camping and to the lake. As such, Alberta’s roadways are busier than normal, and the Alberta RCMP are reminding everyone this Canada Day long weekend and throughout the summer that drinking is a choice that can have serious consequences.  […]

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Fort Saskatchewan RCMP continue to nab Highway high flyers

On June 23, 2024, at approximately 7:30 p.m., a member of the Fort Saskatchewan RCMP observed a Mitsubishi Lancer travelling at extreme speeds on Highway 21 and Township Road 542, near Fort Saskatchewan.  Traffic was heavy, given the time of day. […]

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 Serious Collision on Highway 37 Claims Life of Gibbons Resident

At 8:12 p.m., the Fort Saskatchewan RCMP responded to a serious collision involving a motorcycle at the intersection of Highway 37 and Highway 825. Emergency crews arrived promptly and attended to the motorcyclist, a 60-year-old resident of Gibbons, who was subsequently airlifted by STARS. Tragically, the motorcyclist succumbed to his injuries. […]

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Morinville RCMP Arrest Suspect in Vehicle Theft

Members of RCMP Morinville Detachment have arrested a suspect in possession of a vehicle recently stolen out of Edmonton. On the afternoon of Tuesday, June 4, Morinville Detachment members located a 2000 Honda Accord travelling erratically on Highway 28 just north of Edmonton, and identified it as having just been stolen from a residence in Edmonton. […]

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Morinville RCMP Conclude Successful Investigation into Break and Enter, Theft of Vehicle

Members of RCMP Morinville Detachment have successfully concluded their investigation into a break and enter and theft of vehicle that occurred in Gibbons in October 2023. RCMP responded to a complaint of a break and enter in progress in which a 2007 GMC Sierra was stolen, which attempted to flee from police after being located a short time later. […]

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Alberta RCMP provides safety reminders for sharing the road with commercial drivers

Motorists should take extra caution when sharing the road with, or operating, semi-trucks, tractor-trailers, and other commercial vehicles. With summer approaching, roadways will become increasingly busy and the Alberta RCMP wants to remind commercial and passenger-vehicle motorists how to operate on our provincial roads responsibly. […]