On Sept. 7, 2020 Boyle RCMP responded to report of a shooting at a residence on the Buffalo Lake Metis Settlement.
Police were advised en route that an adult male victim was taken to hospital with a serious life threatening injury. Police were able to locate the residence where the shooting occurred as significant damages were apparent.
A search warrant was obtained for the residence and police seized firearms, ammunition as well as forensic evidence. Two suspects were arrested and charged with multiple offences regarding the shooting.
A 30-year-old male of Buffalo Lake Metis Settlement was charged with:
- Attempted murder
- Assault with a weapon
- Disguise with intent
- Unauthorized possession of firearm
- Theft of motor vehicle
A 30-year-old male of Edmonton was charged with:
- Attempted murder
- Unauthorized possession
- Disguise with intent
- Breach of a release order
Both the accused were remanded into custody after a judicial hearing and are set to appear in Boyle provincial court via CCTV on Sept. 22, 2020.
Boyle RCMP continue to investigate this incident and do not believe this was a random incident. Anyone with information is asked to contact Boyle RCMP at 780-689-4081. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the "P3 Tips" app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.