Cardston RCMP investigate sudden death

December 25, 2019
Cardston, Alberta

News release

On Dec. 25, 2019 shortly after midnight, Cardston RCMP and Cardston County Fire and Emergency Services (CCFES) received several 911 calls regarding a structure fire at a motel in the Town of Cardston.

Cardston RCMP and CCFES arrived on scene and began an evacuation of all occupied rooms to ensure the safety of those unaware of the situation.

Witnesses reported seeing a male inside the motel who was not departing his room.

Cardston RCMP members and CCFES gained entry to the room and located one adult male inside who was gravely injured. The male was transported to Chinook Regional Hospital where he was later pronounced deceased.

Cardston RCMP would like to reach out to those who feel alone over the holidays, or any time of the year, to contact the Alberta Health Services Mental Health Help Line at 1-877-303-2642 or 911 if it is an immediate emergency.

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Contact information

Constable Paul Ritchie
Cardston RCMP
Office 403-653-4932

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