On Wednesday, July 17 2024, at approximately 12 a.m., Southeast Branch officers responded to a weapons complaint in the area of 82 Avenue and 93 Street. It was reported to police that a male suspect had pointed a gun at a civilian and was waving it in the air.
When police arrived, they observed the suspect pointing what appeared to be a gun at a transit bus. A confrontation then took place, and an officer discharged their firearm, striking the man.
Police took the male into custody and began rendering first aid. EMS treated and transported the man to hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
No other civilians or EPS officers were injured during this incident.
A replica handgun was recovered on scene.
A 46.1 notification has been provided to the Alberta Director of Law Enforcement, who has directed ASIRT to conduct an investigation into this officer-involved shooting.
As such, the EPS cannot provide any additional information at this time. All further media inquiries should be directed to ASIRT.