Source: Royal Canadian Mounted Police
On April 30, 2025, at 4:14 p.m., Wood Buffalo RCMP were dispatched to a call regarding a man standing on the deck of a daycare causing a disturbance. Another report had come in minutes before from a nearby liquor store, stating similar facts. Officers responded, spoke with the man and, when he refused to leave, proceeded to his arrest, to which he resisted. The officers then noted that the man was in medical distress and began life-saving procedures while contacting EMS.
Unfortunately, the man was declared deceased at the hospital.
In compliance with legislative requirements, the Director of Law Enforcement was immediately notified causing the deployment of ASIRT to conduct an independent investigation. The RCMP believes in accountability and transparency and in so doing will provide full support to the ASIRT investigators. Events like this are difficult for everyone involved.
Independent of ASIRT’s investigation, the RCMP’s internal review process has been implemented to gather a full account of what took place during this incident. RCMP training, policy, police response, and the officer’s duty status will be subject to review. The RCMP is, of course, fully cooperating with ASIRT. All media inquiries about this incident should now be directed to ASIRT at 780-641-9099.