Between June 13, 2019 and July 11, 2019, a total of 10 confirmed break and enters have been reported to police in and around Edmonton, where ATM machines were targeted. Some of the break and enters were successful, while others were not.

On Thursday, July 18^th, Southeast Division investigators arrested Richard Fabbi, 36, at a west Edmonton commercial complex. Investigators charged Fabbi in connection to three of the 10 incidents including:

July 9, 2019 @ 4:20 a.m.

Northwest Division patrol members were dispatched to an establishment near Castledowns Road and 152 Avenue, following a break and enter call. Suspects made off with an ATM machine, a cordless debit machine and several bottles of alcohol. The building sustained some damage.

July 9, 2019 @ 4:40 a.m.

West Division patrol members were dispatched to a commercial complex near 216 Avenue and Stony Plain Road, following a break and enter call. Suspects made off with an ATM cash box from the business’s lobby. The building sustained extensive damage.

July 11, 2019 @ 6 a.m.

Southeast Division patrol members were dispatched to a commercial location near 11 Avenue and Knottwood Road, following a break and enter call. Suspects attempted, but failed, to make off with any valuables inside the premises. The building sustained some damage.

Fabbi is charged with possession of stolen property under $5,000 (x7), possession of stolen property over $5,000, theft under $5,000, mischief (x2), break and enter (x3), possession of a prohibitive firearm (x2), possession of a firearm knowing it was unauthorized, careless storage of a firearm, breach of recognizance (x3), suspended driving (x6).

Investigators continue to seek information regarding other suspects in relation to the remaining seven ATM incidents. Police are looking to identify the two individuals seen in the surveillance image below.

Anyone with information about these two suspects and/or this ATM theft series is asked to contact the EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone. Anonymous information can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.tipsubmit.com/start.htm.

Wanted: ATM theft series suspects

At approximately 2:20 p.m. on Friday, July, 12, 2019, police were called to the Edmonton Institution on the report of a stabbing. It was reported that five inmates were involved in an altercation in an exercise yard.

Correctional Officers intervened to stop the assault, and one 32-year-old male was immediately taken to receive emergency first aid. The male was then transported to hospital with serious injuries. He has since been released from hospital and is back under medical care at the Edmonton Institution.

Following an investigation into the incident, Edmonton Police Service charged Brandon Coultere Bene, 28; Braedon Zobatar, 24; and Laylin Delorme, 28; with one count each of attempt to commit murder,assault with a weapon, and possession of a weapon.

Luqman Osman, 29, is charged with attempt to commit murder.

At approximately 10:40 a.m. this morning, Wednesday, July 24, 2019, Southeast Division officers responded to the report of a two-vehicle collision in the area of 66 Street and the Anthony Henday Drive overpass.

It was reported to police that a GMC cube van was travelling southbound on 66 Street when it was struck by a northbound Toyota Corolla that had reportedly crossed the centre line.

EMS responded, treated and transported the 34-year-old male driver and 55-year-old female passenger of the Corolla to hospital. The male driver reportedly suffered serious, but non-life threatening injuries and the female passenger suffered life-threatening injuries. 

The 45-year-old male driver of the cube van reportedly sustained minor injuries.

The EPS Major Collision Investigations Section has temporarily closed 66 Street between 12 Avenue NW and 2 Avenue SW as they continue to investigate. 

Speed and alcohol are not considered factors in the collision at this time.

Anyone who witnessed this collision is asked to contact the EPS at 780-423-4567or #377 from a mobile phone.

Bouvier was recently released from Bowden Institution and will be in the Edmonton area initially upon release.  Bouvier will not be under any form of supervision after Thursday, July 25, 2019.

Bouvier has a history of sexual offences against young female victims and has been known to lure them over the internet and has attempted to grab them when encountering them out in public. Bouvier’s risk for violence increases significantly while under the influence of alcohol.

Anyone with any information regarding Bouvier can contact the EPS at 780-423-4567.

The Edmonton Police Service is issuing this information and warning after careful deliberation of all related issues, including privacy concerns, in the belief that it is clearly in the public interest to inform the members of the community.

Marty Ryan Bouvier, 23

Height: 6’2”

Weight: 157 lbs

Eyes: Brown

Hair: Black

Members of the public are advised that the intent of this process is to enable citizens to take suitable precautionary measures. Releasing this information is NOT intended to encourage people to engage in any form of vigilante action.

This information is released under the authority of the FOIP Act, RSA 2000, C. F-25.

The information in this release is that which was verifiable prior to the release time indicated. Continued investigation and review could result in additional information or clarification.

Patricia Wendy Pangracs was last heard from on Friday, June 7, 2019, and was reported missing on Monday, July 8, 2019. Police believe Pangracs was in Edmonton or the surrounding area.

Pangracs is 5’5” tall and 130 lbs., with black hair and brown eyes.

Pangracs disappearance is out of character, and police are therefore concerned for her wellbeing.

Missing person: Patricia Wendy Pangracs, 32

Anyone with information regarding Pangracs’whereabouts is encouraged to call the Edmonton Police Service Complaint Line at 780-423-4567 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, or submit a tip online at www.p3tips.com/250.

Powder will be residing in the Edmonton area. The Edmonton Police Service is seeking a recognizance order on Powder and he will be monitored by the Behavioural Assessment Unit of the Edmonton Police Service.

Powder has a history of violent offences causing bodily harm to both male and female victims, known and unknown to him, in addition to using weapons while committing the offences.  Powder’s risk for violence increases significantly while under the influence of any intoxicants.

Powder has been placed on a series of court ordered conditions including:

• He must abide by a curfew of 12 a.m. to 6 a.m. daily.

• He shall not purchase, possess or consume any alcoholic beverages. He shall not consume or possess any drug listed in the schedules of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act including cannabis, any prescription drugs not prescribed to him, or any other intoxicating substances.

• He shall not be in any licensed premises other than a dining room for the sole purpose of having a meal.  He shall not attend at any liquor store.

• He shall not possess any drug paraphernalia such as crack or marijuana pipes, self-made pipes of any kind, e-cigarettes, bongs, water pipes, cigarette papers, or syringes.

• He must not travel out of the City of Edmonton without written approval of his Supervisor or the Provincial Court of Alberta.

• He must not be in possession of weapons of any kind, including knives (except in his residence or at a restaurant for the sole purpose of consuming a meal), bear spray or dog spray, firearms, ammunition, explosive material, or any weapons whether homemade or otherwise.

• He shall not enter into a dating, intimate, sexual relationship with any person or any friendships with females until her identity has been disclosed to his Supervisor or designate and she has been informed of his previous offending by his Supervisor.

             

Anyone with any information about any potential breaches of these conditions by Powder can contact the EPS at 780-423-4567.

The Edmonton Police Service is issuing this information and warning after careful deliberation of all related issues, including privacy concerns, in the belief that it is clearly in the public interest to inform the members of the community. 

Matthew Marty Powder, 47

Height: 5’9”

Weight: 190 lbs

Eyes: Brown

Hair: Black

Members of the public are advised that the intent of this process is to enable citizens to take suitable precautionary measures. Releasing this information is NOT intended to encourage people to engage in any form of vigilante action.

This information is released under the authority of the FOIP Act, RSA 2000, C. F-25.

The information in this release is that which was verifiable prior to the release time indicated. Continued investigation and review could result in additional information or clarification.

At approximately 4:40 p.m. today, Saturday, July 27, 2019, Southeast Division officers responded to the report of a collision on Gateway Boulevard northbound between 41 Avenue SW and the Gateway Park Information Centre. It was reported to police that a male pedestrian ran into traffic when he was struck by a Ford Expedition SUV travelling northbound on Gateway Boulevard.

EMS was dispatched to the collision; however, the 57-year-old male pedestrian succumbed to his injuries at the scene. The female driver and passenger in the Expedition did not report any injuries.

Officers have reduced Gateway Boulevard northbound to one lane between 41 Avenue SW and the information centre as they continue to investigate. Motorists are encouraged to avoid the area and seek alternate routes.

The EPS Major Collision Investigations Section has since taken over the investigation. There is no additional information available at this time.

Northeast Division officers, along with Animal Care and Control peace officers, attended a rural property near 247 Avenue and 18 Street on Sunday, July 28, 2019, following reports of serious neglect from several consumers looking to purchase puppies. The puppies were posted for sale to an online website.

A total of 72 dogs, mostly Havanese puppies ranging in ages from two-week-old puppies to adults, were located inside a residence. Several of the puppies were hidden from investigators inside a closet and beneath a hutch in the residence.

The dogs showed signs of severe neglect and potential illness, and thus were seized by the Animal Care and Control members. The puppies are currently undergoing physical examinations at the city’s Animal Control and Care facility.

Gloria Sears, 57, was charged under both the Criminal Code and Animal Protection Act for causing animals to be in distress and for failing to provide adequate care. She is also facing additional charges under the APA, including causing an animal to be in distress, failing to provide adequate food and water and failing to provide adequate shelter, space and ventilation.

Investigators would also like to speak with any other potential consumers, who may have visited the property. Anyone with information is asked to contact the EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone. Anonymous information can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.tipsubmit.com/start.htm.

City of Edmonton Animal Care and Control seized the animals, and is now conducting medical assessments. Questions on the animal seizure can be directed to Chrystal Coleman, 780-944-7528.

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Between Jan. 1, 2019 and July 15, 2019 the Edmonton Police Service has received 93 reports of online employment scams with an overall loss of $240,925.83

Scammers are using advanced tactics to appear legitimate. Scammers use a ‘fake maker’ to construct a realistic online presence to help sell the scam. They create fake company websites or clone real ones, fake banks with websites, official looking employment documents like offer forms, tax forms, personal information forms, and banking deposit information forms.

The Scam:

1. You post your resume on an employment website (LinkedIn, Monster, ZipRecruiter, Facebook, Indeed, Craigslist, Kijiji, or CareerBuilder) or scammer creates a job posting on one of these websites.
2. Scammer contacts you with a job offer and initiates an online interview through email, video chat, or text message.
3. Shortly after the interview, they award you with the job opportunity and provide a number of employment documents for you to complete so they can receive your personal and banking information.
4. Once employment begins, you are told that you have to use your bank accounts to manage financial transactions until you are no longer in training. It is simply a security risk for their company to give you access to their financial accounts this early on.
5. Money is transferred to you through e-transfers or a fraudulent business cheque or bank draft is delivered to your home. This money is for ‘expensive equipment and supplies’ for yourself or a client. You are asked to deposit the money immediately and send it to the ‘client’.
6. You have to send the money to the ‘client’ by way of Bitcoin and Ethereum crypto currency, iTunes cards, Interact e-Transfer, vouchers purchased through Flexepin, or direct deposit into a third party bank account provided by the scammer.
7. This will continue until your bank picks up on the fraudulent deposits and transactions or until you determine this job does not feel quite right. Banks proactively monitor the accounts in their financial institutions and will typically identify fraudulent activity within one or two transactions and lock down your bank account(s) or even block your mobile phone(s) so you cannot access their online banking. This is done to protect both you and the financial institution from fraudulent activity.
   
   

Online employment scammers post for a wide variety of positions, but they are primarily work from home jobs. Examples of the fake job titles include:

• Caregiver/ babysitter
• Admin assistant/ receptionist/ executive assistant/ personal assistant
• Couriers/ drivers/ shuttle driver/ chauffeur
• Elder care/ personal helper
• Mystery shopper/ secret shopper
• Pet sitter
• Customer service evaluation officer
• Book keeper
• Data clerk
• Accountant
• Cryptocurrency processing operator
• Logistics coordinator
• On vehicle decal advertising
• Sales support
• Manager
• Analyst
• Payroll manager
• Tutor
  
  

Remember: Anyone can fall victim to these scams. Scammers do this for a living and have many people helping them build their elaborate scams. They take legitimate company and employee details and incorporate them into their scheme.

Online employment websites and social media platforms are aware of these scams and continually identify and remove fraudulent profiles and job postings. The EPS also works with financial institutions and these online sites to maintain safe environments for users; however it is important for you to take the time to research the offer's validity.

Please see our website for fraud prevention tips and additional online employment scam details.

If you have been a victim of fraud, please report to police at 780-423-4567 or come into a police station. If you suspect a job posting or offer is fraud, but have not been a victim of the scam, please report it to the hosting website and to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501. 

At approximately 1 a.m. on May 27, 2019, EPS Downtown Division patrol members and Edmonton Fire Rescue Services responded to a fire at the Boyle Street Community Services building located at 10116 105 Ave.

Arson detectives eventually took over the investigation, after the fire was deemed to be intentionally set. Surveillance images obtained by investigators show suspects using an extension ladder to access the roof of the complex.

Investigators have since determined that the suspects poured an accelerant on the roof of the community services building. The suspects then lit the accelerant, causing damage to the roof and wiring. 

Thankfully, no one in the building at that time sustained any injuries from the fire.

Investigators are releasing images of a person of interest described as a bald, bearded male with a medium build, who was driving a 1994-2002 maroon-coloured Dodge Ram regular cab truck.

Anyone with information regarding the identity of this person of interest and/or the whereabouts of this Dodge Ram is asked to contact the EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone. Anonymous information can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.tipsubmit.com/start.htm.

Surveillance Images capture a "person of interest" and a maroon-coloured Dodge Ram pick-up truck outside of the Boyle Street Community

Services building on May 27, 2019. A fire was set on the roof of the building in the early-morning hours on May 27, 2019.  It has since been deemed an arson.

On July 24, 2019, at approximately 6:45 p.m., police responded to a report of a vehicle striking a child on 155 Avenue near the intersection of 67 Street. It was reported that an eight-year-old boy had been struck while riding his bicycle, and that a truck fled the scene.

The child was treated and transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Witnesses on scene advised police that the vehicle in question was a grey truck of unknown make and model, and had last been seen heading westbound on 155 Avenue. Police were not able to obtain a license plate or driver description.

Ladouceur, 24 years old at that time of his death,was shot while sitting in a parked vehicle on a road just west of the Evergreen Trailer Park in northeast Edmonton on the evening of July 2, 2008.

Another male sitting in the back seat of the vehicle identified as Marlon Williams, 22 years old at that time, also sustained multiple gun-shot wounds, but survived. The female driver was able to avoid being shot, and fled the scene, driving the two males to a nearby medical centre, where Ladouceur was pronounced deceased.

Believed to be drug related, Ladouceur’s shooting death was the city’s 14^th homicide in 2008.

The primary suspect in the case, Theodore (‘Ted’) Gordon ALLARD, 44, was recently discovered residing in B.C.’s Fraser Valley, and was arrested and charged with first degree murder and attempted murder.

Allard, who was 33 years old at the time of the shooting incident, was brought back to Edmonton yesterday, Wednesday, July 31, 2019, where he remains in custody. No further information regarding the investigation is being released at this time, as the case in now before the courts.

The accused’s next court date is scheduled for Friday, Aug. 9^th.

Background:
EPS Homicide Section detectives investigated the shooting in northeast Edmonton at 9:54 p.m. on Wednesday, July 2, 2008.

It was reported to police that a female driver dropped off two men in their 20s at a north-side clinic, after they were shot while sitting in their vehicle in the area of 167 Avenue and 18 Street, just west of the Evergreen Trailer Park. The two male victims were known to police. An autopsy undertaken in July 2008 confirmed that Ladouceur died from multiple gun-shot wounds, and the manner of death was homicide.

Shane White, 49, was last seen Saturday, Aug. 3, 2019, at approximately 2 p.m., at his group home near 71 Street and 78 Avenue.

White is a type 1 Diabetic, suffers from Schizophrenia and functions at a low level. He may be severely disoriented and in need of immediate medical attention. He is described as a Caucasian male, 5’7” tall, thin with short, dark hair, who is also visually impaired. He was last seen wearing a black sweater, blue jeans and runners.

White may have large white medical bandages on his left cheek and forehead, covering large open wounds. He also has a history of using meth.

Anyone with information regarding White’s whereabouts is encouraged to call the Edmonton Police Service Complaint Line at 780-423-4567 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, or submit a tip online at www.p3tips.com/250.

Missing Person: Shane White, 49
In need of immediate medical attention

At approximately 10:40 a.m. this morning, Wednesday, July 24, 2019, Southeast Division officers responded to the report of a two-vehicle collision in the area of 66 Street and the Anthony Henday Drive overpass.

It was reported to police that a GMC cube van was travelling southbound on 66 Street when it was struck by a northbound Toyota Corolla that had reportedly crossed the centre line.

EMS responded, treated and transported the 34-year-old male driver and 55-year-old female passenger of the Corolla to hospital. The male driver reportedly suffered serious, but non-life threatening injuries and the female passenger suffered life-threatening injuries. 

The 45-year-old male driver of the cube van reportedly sustained minor injuries.

The EPS Major Collision Investigations Section has temporarily closed 66 Street between 12 Avenue NW and 2 Avenue SW as they continue to investigate. 

Speed and alcohol are not considered factors in the collision at this time.

Anyone who witnessed this collision is asked to contact the EPS at 780-423-4567or #377 from a mobile phone.

Piyush Sharma, 28, was issued a Promise to Appear for dangerous driving causing death and dangerous driving causing bodily harm (x2). He is expected in court on Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2019.

Background

At approximately 2:30 a.m., Sunday, April 14, 2019, Southwest Division officers responded to the report of a two-vehicle collision in the area of 41 Avenue SW and Highway 2.

It was reported to police that a 2008 Jeep Wrangler was travelling northbound on the Highway 2 off ramp at 41 Avenue SW when it reportedly failed to stop for a red light at the intersection and struck a 2009 Kia Rio that was allegedly travelling eastbound on 41 Avenue SW on a green light.

EMS responded, treated and transported the three occupants of the Kia Rio to hospital where one of the 24-year-old male passengers was pronounced deceased.  The other occupants of the Rio, a 50-year-old male driver and a second 24-year-old male passenger, suffered non-life threatening injuries. The 28-year-old male driver of the Wrangler reportedly did not sustain any injuries.

Alcohol and drugs were not considered factors in this collision.

The recent rash of incidents has seen 30 Hondas including Civics, CRVs and Acuras older than 2006 stolen from northeast Edmonton since July 1, 2019. While this is a citywide concern, the northeast part of the city, particularly Evansdale, Belle Rive and Killarney, have been the hardest hit areas. Residences just to the south and north of the green belt that runs from 97 Street to 66 Street at approximately 162 Avenue also seem to be getting targeted more frequently.

“We believe the suspects are using bicycles to travel along the green belt and are then exiting into the numerous cul de sacs and roadways that link up with that pathway,” says Det. Bryan Macaulay with EPS Northeast Division. “A common tactic is for suspects to ride around in the early hours of the morning, checking door handles for unlocked vehicles and generally looking for vehicles that are easier to steal.”

Police are releasing home security footage of a person of interest in one of these incidents to show citizens the kind of suspicious behaviour they should look for. Citizens are asked to contact police if they observe this type of behaviour or recognize the individual in the video.

Just after 3 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 4, 2019, Edmonton Fire Rescue Services (EFRS) was called to the report of a fire at a house under construction in the area of Edgemont Way and Eifert Crescent. Neighbouring homes and vehicles were also affected by the fire; however, occupants were able to exit their homes and no injuries were reported.

Following an investigation, EFRS determined the fire was suspicious and officers with Edmonton Police Service Southwest Division were contacted to assist.

After speaking with neighbouring residents, officers learned that two children were seen playing in the home just prior to the fire. A short time later, EPS and EFRS investigators located the children and their parents nearby, and the children admitted that they were playing in the home with a lighter when they accidentally lit a fire.

The fire has since been deemed non-criminal and the children will not be identified. The EPS and EFRS will be working with the children and their families to educate them on fire safety.

The EPS and EFRS would like to remind citizens to carefully monitor all fires, recreational or otherwise, as they can quickly become dangerous and devastating.  Educating children on the dangers of fire and keeping lighters, matches and other flammable materials out of reach is also recommended. 

If you encounter a fire in progress you are encouraged to contact Edmonton Fire Rescue Services by dialing 911. If you have information about a fire that you believe was deliberately set, you can contact the EPS at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile device.

For more information on fire safety, citizens can visit:

https://www.edmonton.ca/residential_neighbourhoods/fire-and-safety.aspx

Investigators believe a 49-year-old female operating a Hyundai Accent was travelling southwest along 195 Avenue toward Manning Drive, when she lost control of the vehicle. EMS responded to the collision and declared the female deceased on scene.

Officers are still trying to determine what factors may have contributed to this collision. No charges will be laid in this incident.

Tyrone Tynes, 33, went missing at approximately 2 a.m., Friday, Aug. 2. He was last seen leaving a residence near 110 Marlborough Place and 66 Avenue in southwest Edmonton. It was reported to police that Tynes did not have money, ID, a cell phone or vehicle in his possession, at the time of his disappearance.

He was last seen wearing a grey shirt, grey or blue sweat pants and Nike shoes.

Tyrone has been diagnosed with schizophrenia. His disappearance is considered to be out of character.

Anyone with information regarding Tynes'whereabouts is encouraged to call the Edmonton Police Service Complaint Line at 780-423-4567 or the Edmonton Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit your tip online at www.p3tips.com/250.

 

Missing: Tyrone Tynes, 33. Last seen Friday, Aug. 2 near Marlborough Place and 66 Avenue.

Pangracs was last heard from on Saturday, June 8, 2019, and was reported missing on Monday, July 8, 2019. She is 5’5" tall and 130 lbs., with black hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing dark pants, blue heeled boots, a dark zippered jacket and a white long sleeved shirt. She was also carrying a dark colored purse and was in possession of a phone and sunglasses.

Missing person: Patricia Wendy Pangracs, 32

CCTV image of Patricia Wendy Pangracs

Detectives from the Missing Persons Unit and Homicide Section are working collaboratively to locate Pangracs.

The EPS’ Search Managers Unit in conjunction with the investigative team will be conducting a coordinated search in the rural area of Range Road 233 and Township Road 514 today, Saturday, August 10, 2019, in relation to Pangracs disappearance. A series of events preceding her disappearance have suggested she had been in the area.

"Due to the large area of land we are searching, we are also asking residents who live or have property in the area of Range Road 233 and Township Road 514 to check their properties, sheds and other outbuildings for anything unusual," says Det. Jared Buhler with the EPS Homicide Section. "It is possible that Ms. Pangracs may have sought shelter or left personal property in the area."

Investigators also believe Pangracs was in the Bruderheim and Beaumont area in the hours leading up to her disappearance, sometime between the evening of Friday, June 7 and Saturday June 8, 2019. She is believed to have been travelling in a white 2011 Cadillac CTS, which had visible damage on the front passenger bumper.

2011 White Cadillac CTS with front passenger bumper damage

Police are also releasing a map of a route through Beaumont which they believe Pangracs may have travelled. Investigators are asking residents with video surveillance of any pedestrian or vehicle traffic between 3:30 and 6 a.m. on Saturday, June 8, 2019, along or around the specified route to contact police immediately.

Police requesting video surveillance from residents of pedestrian or vehicle traffic along route, specifically on Saturday, June 8, 2019 between the hours of 3:30 and 6 a.m.. (click map to enlarge)

Pangracs’ disappearance is considered out of character and the circumstances leading up to her disappearance have caused authorities to become further concerned for her well-being. Police would also like to speak to anyone who had contact with Pangracs in the weeks leading up to her disappearance.