It was reported to police that on Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2020, at approximately 2:15 p.m. residents witnessed a male violently punching a dog multiple times in the area of 179 Street and 80A Avenue. The witnesses reportedly tried to approach the male; however, he became confrontational and immediately left the area eastbound on 80 A Avenue. Witnesses reported that they have seen the male walking this dog in the neighbourhood before.
Despite a thorough investigation, officers have been unable to identify or locate the male and are releasing photos of the male and the dog in hopes that someone may recognize them and contact police.
The male is described as white with brown hair that was pulled back in a ponytail. He was reportedly wearing a dark t-shirt, knee length shorts and a dark baseball cap.
Suspect male
The dog is described as a large tan-coloured Mastiff mix breed who the male reportedly referred to as “Macy” or “Lacy.”
Dog
Anyone who has information about this crime is asked to contact the EPS at 780-423-4567or #377 from a mobile phone. Anonymous information can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.p3tips.com/250.