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The investigation into a fatal motor vehicle collision that occurred on August 23, 2024, has concluded with no charges.

On August 23, 2024, at approximately 7:00 PM members of the Medicine Hat Police Service (MHPS), fire and emergency services responded to a report of a motor vehicle collision that had occurred at the intersection of Park Meadows Drive SE And Southview Drive SE.

The investigation into this collision revealed that an 82-year-old woman was walking on the westbound sidewalk adjacent to Southview Drive SE, approaching the intersection of Park Meadows Dr SE when she stumbled, lost her lost her balance, and fell directly into the path of a vehicle that was travelling eastbound on Southview Dr SE. As a result of the collision, the woman succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced deceased at scene.

The MHPS offers condolences to everyone impacted by this collision. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

Media Contact:

Acting Insp. Harley Kesler
Operational Services Division
Medicine Hat Police Service
Ph: 403-529-8416

The investigation into a fatal motor vehicle collision that occurred on July 18, 2024, has concluded with three youth facing criminal and provincial charges.

On July 18, 2024, at approximately 10:30 PM, members of the Medicine Hat Police Service, fire and emergency medical services responded to a motor vehicle collision that had occurred at the intersection of Strachan Road SE And Spruce Way SE. The investigation revealed that moped was travelling west bound on Strachan Road SE, about to turn south bound onto Spruce Way SE, was struck from behind by a west bound vehicle. Further, the operation of a separate vehicle was found to contribute to the cause of the collision.

The 15-year-old male driver of the moped suffered serious injuries during this collision and was transported to hospital for treatment. He later succumbed to his injuries.

As a result of the investigation, a male youth was charged with Dangerous Driving Causing Death and two other male youths were charged with Provincial Traffic Offences.  Alcohol was not a factor; however aggressive driving was a primary contributor to the collision.  Due to the age of the youth charged they can not be named.

The Medicine Hat Police Service offers condolences to the family and friends of the youth who was killed during this tragic event.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

Media Contact:

Acting Insp. Harley Kesler
Operational Services Division
Medicine Hat Police Service
Ph: 403-529-8416

Police are now clear of the scene on Southview Drive SE and traffic is no longer restricted from the area.

There will be no further release on this incident.

S/Sgt. Trevor Humphries

Shortly after 7:00 pm, on August 23, 2024, the Medicine Hat Police Service patrol officers responded to a domestic violence complaint at a condominium complex located in the 1600 block of Saamis Dr NW., Medicine Hat, Alberta. At the outset of the incident, police believed that a weapon had been involved in the incident. Police were able evacuate occupants from the complex and utilized an on-duty crisis negotiator to de-escalate the situation and safely take the suspect into custody.

Police secured the area and utilized the MHPS Tactical Team, Explosive Disposal Team, and Crisis Negotiators to resolve the incident. The actions of the suspect resulted in people being displaced from their homes until the matter was resolved. Units that worked behind the scenes included Medicine Hat Fire and Emergency Services and an Information Management Section Clerk.

At 1:02 am, August 24, a 27-year-old male suspect was taken into police custody and is awaiting a Judicial Interim Release Hearing.

The suspect will be facing charges that include:

• Forcible Confinement
• Assault by Choking
• Breach of Probation
• Breach of a Conditional Sentence Order  

The Medicine Hat Police Service would like to acknowledge the assistance of the Medicine Hat Fire Service and Alberta Health Services for their assistance.

There is a significant emergency services presence in the area of Southview Drive and Park Meadows Drive SW. Due to the ongoing investigation,  Southview Drive SW between Southview Court SE and Dunmore Road SE, will be closed until further notice.notice.

Motorists are asked to avoid the area and use an alternate route.

S/Sgt. Trevor Humphries - Patrol Team #1  

Medicine Hat Police Service

On August 14, 2024, at 2:52 AM members of the Medicine Hat Police Service - Patrol Section responded to a 911 call for emergency assistance reporting a break and enter to a residence located in the 600 block of 8th Street SE.  The homeowners were present when their home was forcibly entered by a suspect not known to them. Upon arrival, the suspect was taken into custody with the assistance of the homeowner. The suspect was a 54-year-old Medicine Hat man. He was held in custody for a bail hearing and subsequently released to appear in court on August 28, 2024.  

Acting Inspector Trevor Humphries
Operations Division
Medicine Hat Police Service
 

On August 14, 2024, at 2:00 AM members of the Medicine Hat Police Service - Patrol Section were conducting proactive patrols in the area 400 block of North Railway St. SE when they observed a male exiting a business. With the time of night and the location, officers investigated and found the building to be insecure and numerous items had been removed. As a result of this investigation a 44-year-old man from Medicine Hat was subsequently taken into custody and charged with break and enter and commit theft over $5000. All of the stolen property was recovered near the scene of the break and enter. The accused was held for a bail hearing and subsequently released to appear in court on September 4, 2024.

A/Insp Trevor Humphries

Operations Division

Medicine Hat Police Service
 

On August 3, 2024, police responded to an altercation in the area of Tower Estates in Medicine Hat, Alberta. Following an ongoing dispute between two males, several individuals arrived at a residence in the early hours and confronted a visitor there. The confrontation escalated, resulting in one of the males discharging a handgun and injuring the visitor with a gunshot wound. An investigation led to the arrest of two Medicine Hat residents. Kris Simons, 36, is charged with assault with a weapon, possession of controlled substances, and bail violations. Brent Heath, 36, faces charges of assault with a weapon, possession of a weapon dangerous to the public, unlawful possession of a firearm, and related firearms offenses. Both individuals remain in custody following judicial hearings.

The Medicine Hat Police Service (MHPS) is requesting anyone who may have witnessed this incident to contact MHPS Major Crimes investigators at (403) 529-8481.

UPDATE

Police and emergency crews are clear of the scene and traffic is moving.

Emergency crews are currently on the scene of a non-injury motor vehicle collision on Trans Canada Way SE near the Medicine Hat Fire Service Station 2. Please obey directions of police and flag persons that are in the area and give us room to work.

 - Update - 

Emergency crews are clear of the motor vehicle collision and highway 3 has been re-opened.

Emergency crews are currently on the scene of a non-injury motor vehicle collision on Highway 3 at the intersection of South Boundary Road SW. There is significant traffic disruption because of the crash. The motoring public is requested to avoid the area. Any traffic entering the city  using highway 3 from the west, is requested to access the city via Township Road 120.   

Please obey directions of police and flag persons that are in the area.

Please give us room to work.