On April 1, Cst. Tanner Wills was recognized as the Hero of the Game at game 3 the Edmonton Oil Kings first round playoff series vs the Prince Albert Raiders. Cst. Wills is the School Resource Officer at Sturgeon Composite High School and Morinville Community High School. He received the recognition for his outstanding contributions and dedication to community service. (Photos attached)
On April 2, members of Morinville RCMP and Sturgeon County Municipal Enforcement hosted a Coffee with a Cop event in Gibbons. This included general discussions on policing, community safety priorities, and careers in law enforcement.
On the morning of April 4, Morinville RCMP along with members of the RCMP Crime Reduction Team arrested a suspect in possession of a 2007 Chevy Silverado in Sturgeon County north of Bon Accord. The truck had been stolen earlier in the day from a dealership in Ponoka. The suspect had attempted to flee from police but the vehicle was immobilized with a spike belt, and the suspect was taken into custody with assistance from air services. The suspect, a 24 year old man from Morinville, was brought before a Justice of the Peace and remanded in custody to appear in St. Albert Provincial Court on April 28 to face two charges of theft, dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, possession of break-in instruments, fraudulent concealment, failing to comply with previous release conditions, six weapons related charges, and two provincial traffic offences.
In the early morning of April 5, Morinville RCMP arrested a suspect during a late night patrol on Highway 651 near Legal in possession of a stolen 1996 Honda Civic. The vehicle had been stolen the previous day from a residence in Edmonton. A 40 year old man from Saskatoon was arrested and charged with possession of a stolen vehicle, possession of a stolen licence plate, two counts of failing to comply with previous release conditions from Saskatchewan, and five traffic related offences. The suspect was brought before a Justice of the Peace and remanded in custody to appear in Morinville Provincial Court on April 17 where he pleaded guilty to multiple charges and was sentenced to a total of 150 days in custody.
On the evening of April 11, Morinville RCMP along with members of the RCMP Crime Reduction Team arrested a suspect driving a vehicle with a stolen licence plate in Sturgeon County between Gibbons and Redwater. Several illegal weapons were also found in the vehicle at the time of arrest. A 39 year old man from Vimy was arrested and charged with possession of stolen property and four weapons related charges. He was brought before a Justice of the Peace and has been remanded in custody to appear in Morinville Provincial Court on May 8.
On the morning of April 18, Morinville RCMP responded to a shooting in the Morinville Estates Manufactured Home Community in Morinville. A 37 year old man was found deceased at the scene. The shooting is believed to have bene targeted with no risk to the general public, and the RCMP Serious Crimes Branch is investigating.
On the afternoon of April 21, Morinville RCMP responded to a two vehicle collision on Highway 28 just north of Highway 642 in Sturgeon County. A northbound pickup truck crossed the centre line and collided head on with a southbound semi truck. The driver of the pickup truck, a 44 year old man from Edmonton, died at the scene, while the driver of the semi truck was not injured. Traffic in the area was redirected for several hours while police investigated.
At this time RCMP Morinville Detachment would like to provide residents with crime prevention tools and tips to help reduce the risk of auto theft. Opportunistic thieves often target vehicles that are left unlocked or left with the keys still in the ignition. Once a vehicle is stolen, it may be dismantled for parts, or shipped overseas, or even resold within Alberta using a falsified vehicle identification number (VIN), putting unsuspecting buyers at risk.
So far this year, the most targeted vehicles for theft in Alberta are:
RCMP are advising residents of the following theft prevention tips:
Always make sure to lock your vehicle.
Never leave keys or garage door openers in your vehicle.
Never leave important documents with personal identifying information in your vehicle.
Ensure all valuables are removed or out of sight. This includes shopping bags, loose change, sunglasses, and any electronics.
Do not leave your windows open when you leave your vehicle.
If possible, store your vehicle in a locked garage when not in use.
Park your vehicle in well lit areas and within sight. If you’re unable to park in a locked garage, keep outdoor lights on for added security.
Install anti-theft and vehicle tracking devices.
Install steering wheel clubs on any vehicles equipped with push button ignitions. These vehicles are highly vulnerable to thefts.
RCMP Morinville Detachment would also like to announce their policing priorities for 2025/26, which will consist of:
Property Crime Reduction – 15% Reduction of Auto Thefts and Break and Enters over the next year
Community Engagement – Enhanced positive engagement between police and the community
Police Visibility – Coordination of increased patrols and public notifications
These priorities will also include initiatives related to traffic safety, targeted investigations into property crimes, offender management strategies, community awareness, youth engagement, and strategies to improve communication from police to the public. The RCMP would like to thank the various community members throughout the Morinville Detachment area who contributed their input into policing priorities over the past several months.
RCMP Morinville Detachment is also pleased to announce the launch of the Sturgeon Regional Positive Ticketing program. Beginning on May 1, members of the Morinville RCMP, Town of Morinville Municipal Enforcement, and Sturgeon County Municipal Enforcement will be issuing positive tickets to youth recognizing those who demonstrate good citizenship such as helping others, following safety rules, volunteering, or showing acts of kindness.
The tickets will serve as a recognition and each will be attached to a reward in the form of a gift certificate which can be redeemed for treats from various local businesses. Recipients and their parents are also encouraged to share posts on social media of their experiences receiving positive tickets. Local police and peace officers are looking forward to recognizing the many deserving youths in our community as they kick off another fun spring and summer!
In Alberta, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) serves as the provincial police force, as is the case in all provinces except Ontario and Quebec. The RCMP enforces both provincial statutes and the Criminal Code of Canada. The Province of Alberta covers the expense of police services for all Alberta municipalities under 5,000 residents.
The Morinville RCMP detachment serves both urban and rural areas. The area is policed 24 hours per day, 7 days per week.
Office hours:
Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Contact information:
In the case of an emergency call: 9-1-1 Complaints: 780-939-4520 Administration: 780-939-4550 Fax: 780-939-3774
Address:
Morinville RCMP Detachment 10512-101 Avenue, Morinville, AB T8R 1K9
Community Assisted Policing Through the Use of Recorded Evidence
The Alberta RCMP are asking residents and businesses to register their video surveillance cameras with them to help reduce time in investigations.
The Community Assisted Policing Through the Use of Recorded Evidence, or "CAPTURE", is a voluntary registry program the RCMP has expanded across the province where private residents and business owners can sign up and let police know they have a camera on their property.
The purpose of the program is simple — if there is a crime, the RCMP can check the list and see who in the area may have cameras on their property that might have recorded anything that could help in their investigation.
To sign up, residents and or businesses can go to the website www.ruralalbertacapture.ca and provide their contact information as well as how many cameras they have on their property and which way they face.
The Alberta RCMP App
The Alberta RCMP has launched a mobile app that is available for iOS and Android devices. The app has been developed to simplify online user experiences on mobile devices to ensure that Albertans can access information quickly and conveniently.
The app is free to download through Apple or Google Play.
According to the Alberta RCMP, “Developing the app allows the Alberta RCMP to provide the public with online access to news, crime reporting, detachment locations, crime mapping and statistics, and a map for initiatives like Project Lock Up. The app also provides access to partner law enforcement services, mental health supports, Crime Stoppers and links to Alberta RCMP social media accounts.”
The Town of Legal is committed to neighbourhood development, including innovative and responsive community policing.
Knowing the real picture of neighbourhood crime reported to the RCMP is the first step in doing something about it. Neighbourhood crime is more than just numbers; it’s about knowing where crime is happening.
The RCMP Public Crime Map is provided by the Alberta RCMP's mapping unit.
The Crime Map is updated daily, Monday to Friday by the RCMP.
For more information, please contact the Morinville RCMP: PHONE: 780-939-4550
RCMP Crime Prevention Calendar
Alberta RCMP has introduced a newly developed Crime Prevention Calendar. This calendar will be used across Alberta for education and public outreach.
The calendar provides monthly themes that will inform their messaging, and partner messaging, throughout the year. Each month's theme was chosen based on a combination of statistics, seasonality and public perception of issues.
The crime prevention theme for May is: B&E (residential, seasonal properties, outbuildings): Tips for Protecting Property and Encouraging Reporting
Home Security Tips: Tips to help keep your home secure:
Don’t leave empty cartons in your carport, yard or driveway. You are advertising the fact you have a brand new flat screen TV, laptop, iPad or other very desirable object to steal.
Keep your doors locked even though you may just be in your back yard. It doesn’t take long for a thief to slip into and out of your home.
Close and lock all windows each time you leave your home.
If you have an alarm, ensure to set it before you leave home.
Do not keep ladders or tools on the outside of your home. If it can be used to gain entry into your home keep it locked up and out of sight.
Always keep your vehicle locked even if it’s parked in your carport or driveway. Don’t be fooled into thinking your vehicle is safe.
While on vacation arrange for someone to shovel/mow the lawn and park in your driveway. It’s ideal to have someone you trust, house-sit for you so your home is still lived in while you are away. If this is not possible make sure your home looks lived in.
Use timers on indoor lights and tamper-proof, motion sensor lights around the perimeter of your home. Lighting is the most effective crime prevention tool since criminals do not want to be seen.
Keep your vacation plans off social networks like Facebook. It is easy to gain access to personal information once it’s entered onto Facebook or another social network.
Make sure your house number is visible during the day and night. In an emergency you want emergency crews to find your house number as soon as possible.
Install a door viewer so you know who is at your door before you open it. Know who is there before you open your door and home to a stranger.
Get to know your neighbours. Knowing who belongs in your neighbourhood is a great way to protect yourself.
Be sure to follow the Golden Rule of community safety: If you see something, say something. Always report suspicious activity to the police.
Record serial numbers, keep a log and take pictures of items in your storage locker.
Check on your storage locker from time to time to make sure items are safe and nothing has been tampered with. If you find that it has been broken into, call your local RCMP Detachment; we want to know about it even if nothing has been stolen.
Avoid leaving anything of value in parked vehicles and always lock vehicle doors.
Remember! If you see something, say something!
Public safety is everyone's responsibility—and it's easy. The best way to do your part for public safety is to get connected to your neighbourhood, pay attention to what is going on around you and report any criminal or suspicious activity to the police.
The Morinville RCMP can be reached at 780-939-4520 or in the event of an emergency, call 9-1-1.
Citizens of Patrol (COP) are active in Legal. COP’s goal is to be the look-out for any suspicious or criminal activity in and around the community, to record the activity, and where appropriate, to report such activities to the RCMP. Simply put, COP members act as additional “eyes and ears” for the community and the police which assists in reducing crime.
Help keep the Town of Legal safe by acting as a Citizen on Patrol.
