RCMP Releases & News

News Posted On Mar 24, 2020

Strathcona County RCMP Warns Residents Of COVID-19 Scams Circulating

Strathcona County, Alta. – Strathcona County RCMP are warning residents of scams using the COVID-19 outbreak as a cover. Scam associated with the global pandemic have been cropping up, feeding on people’s fear, uncertainty and misinformation during…

News Posted On Mar 17, 2020

Strathcona County RCMP Arrest Two Suspects For Forcible Confinement

Sherwood Park, Alta. – On March 5, 2020 at approximately 7:15 a.m. Strathcona County RCMP responded to a call for a male who had been assaulted and confined in a hotel room against his will. As a result of the investigation police located the victim…

Strathcona County RCMP Warn Residents Of Bank Scam
News Posted On Mar 05, 2020

Strathcona County RCMP Warn Residents Of Bank Scam

Sherwood Park, Alta. – Strathcona County RCMP began investigating a fraud complaint on Feb. 19, 2020, when the victim reported losing money to an elaborate bank scam.   The victim received a phone call where several individuals posed as bank employees…

RCMP issue reminders during Fraud Prevention Month
News Posted On Mar 02, 2020

RCMP issue reminders during Fraud Prevention Month

March is Fraud Prevention Month and the RCMP want to help you recognize, reject and report fraud. Every year, thousands of Canadians fall victim to fraud, losing millions of dollars. Most don't think it could happen to them, but fraudsters use sophisticated…

News Posted On Feb 04, 2020

Strathcona County RCMP Warn Of The Dangers Of Fatigued Driving

Sherwood Park, Alta. – Most people are aware of the dangers of drinking and driving, and now with the legalization of Marijuana, driving high. However, not many people know about the dangers of fatigued driving and that it can be just as fatal. Like…

Driving Tips For Winter
News Posted On Jan 09, 2020

Driving Tips For Winter

Winter Driving Tips Traffic Safety Winter driving can sometimes be a daunting task, especially when conditions are snowy or icy. If road conditions are dangerous, consider making alternate travel arrangements or postponing your trip until conditions…

News Posted On Dec 19, 2019

Strathcona County RCMP Make Armed Robbery Arrest

Strathcona County RCMP Make Armed Robbery Arrest Sherwood Park, Alta. – Strathcona County RCMP General Investigation Section (GIS) have arrested a male youth in connection to an armed robbery that occurred in July. On July 29, 2019 RCMP responded…

News Posted On Nov 27, 2019

Strathcona County RCMP Urges Preparation And Patience In Winter Driving

Sherwood Park, Alta. – Winter driving on snow covered roads and highways can be a pleasant adventure or it can be frustrating, tiring and sometimes even hazardous. Driving during the winter months can be stressful. It doesn’t matter whether you are…

News Posted On Nov 26, 2019

Strathcona County RCMP - Crime Prevention During The Holiday Season

Strathcona County, Alta. - Strathcona County RCMP remind residents that the holiday season is an active time and requires extra vigilance to prevent theft.  It is also a time when busy people let their guard down and become more vulnerable to theft. Crime…

News Posted On Nov 06, 2019

Strathcona County RCMP Seek Public Assistance

  Strathcona County RCMP seek public assistance Sherwood Park, Alta. - On Nov. 1, 2019 at approximately 9:15 p.m., Strathcona County RCMP responded to a report of a disturbance on Spruce Avenue in Sherwood Park. Witnesses observed a young girl yelling…

News Posted On Nov 01, 2019

Strathcona County RCMP Warn Residents Of Vehicle Thefts

Sherwood Park, Atla. - Strathcona County RCMP remind residents not to leave their vehicles running while unattended. In the past week police have responded to two vehicles thefts as a result of leaving vehicles running while unoccupied. On Oct. 29, 2019,…

Strathcona County RCMP Recover Stolen Property During Search Warrant
News Posted On Oct 26, 2019

Strathcona County RCMP Recover Stolen Property During Search Warrant

Sherwood Park, Alta. – On Sept. 12, 2019 at approximately 3:09 p.m. Strathcona County RCMP responded to the Glen Allan Recreation Centre for a theft complaint. The suspect gained entry to a locked locker and took the complaints vehicle keys then stole…

News Posted On Oct 21, 2019

Strathcona County RCMP Arrest Two Impaired Truck Drivers

Strathcona County RCMP Arrest Two Impaired Truck Drivers Sherwood Park, Alta. – Strathcona County RCMP have arrested two semi truck drivers for impaired driving in the past few weeks. On Oct. 9, 2019 at approximately 6:29 a.m. Strathcona County RCMP…

News Posted On Oct 04, 2019

Strathcona County RCMP Recover Stolen Bicycle During Search Warrant

Oct 4, 2019   Strathcona County RCMP recover stolen bicycle during search warrant   Sherwood Park, Alta. – On Sept. 14, 2019 at approximately 12:00 p.m. Strathcona County RCMP responded to a theft of bicycle from the front porch of a residence in…

News Posted On Sep 25, 2019

Strathcona County RCMP Arrest Male For Robbery

Sherwood Park, Alta. – On Sept. 20, 2019, at approximately 6:40 p.m. Strathcona County RCMP responded to an robbery outside the Sherwood Park Mall. A suspect approached a male walking outside the mall and requested to use his phone. The male allowed…

Strathcona County RCMP Investigate Theft From Gas Station
News Posted On Sep 10, 2019

Strathcona County RCMP Investigate Theft From Gas Station

Sherwood Park, Alta. – On Sept. 2, 2019 at approximately 9:15 a.m. Strathcona County RCMP responded to a theft from a gas station on Baseline Road in Sherwood Park. A suspect entered the gas station on Aug. 31, 2019, went into the storage room and…

News Posted On Sep 06, 2019

SCCWA Annual General Meeting

 Annual General Meeting Saturday, November 2nd, 2019 Broadmoor Golf Course 2100 Oak Street Sherwood Park, AB 5:00 p.m.—10:00 p.m. AGM, Dinner & Silent Auction With entertainment by Red Skelton Comedy Tribute Show! WRITTEN AND PERFORMED BY AL GREENWOOD…

News Posted On Sep 05, 2019

Strathcona County RCMP Warn Public Of Facebook Messenger Scam

Sherwood Park, Atla. -  Strathcona County RCMP warns the public of a Facebook messenger scam that is targeting seniors. The scam, which begins with a message that appears to come from a friend's Facebook messenger account, advises of a Federal Government…