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Last updated July 29, 2025 10:47 AM
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RCMP News Releases
Below is a list of recent RCMP news releases. For media inquiries, contact Community & Public Relations during regular business hours (Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) via our Media Inquiry Form.
Red Deer RCMP launches motorcycle patrol pilot project
Last updated July 29, 2025 10:45 AM
Red Deer RCMP are introducing a new pilot project aimed at improving safety on city streets and trails.
Red Deer RCMP reports significant reduction in Crime Severity Index
Last updated July 29, 2025 10:44 AM
Red Deer RCMP is highlighting a significant drop in the Crime Severity Index (CSI), following the release of Statistics Canada’s 2024 Report.
Red Deer RCMP charge male for committing indecent act
Last updated July 18, 2025 2:20 PM
Red Deer, Alta. – Red Deer RCMP charge male for committing indecent act in a public green space near Bower Mall.
Red Deer RCMP seek public assistance for location of missing youth
Last updated July 18, 2025 1:23 PM
Red Deer, Alta. – Red Deer RCMP are seeking the public’s assistance in locating missing 16-year-old Denzel Louis-Smallboy. He was last seen on July 14, 2025 in Red Deer. There is concern for his well-being.
Red Deer RCMP arrest two youth in connection to bus bench arson
Last updated July 14, 2025 11:31 AM
On July 12, 2025, at approximately 10:08 p.m., Red Deer RCMP received a report of a bus bench that had been deliberately set on fire on Addington Drive.
Red Deer RCMP investigate series of bus bench arsons, seeking dash camera footage
Last updated July 14, 2025 11:29 AM
Red Deer RCMP are investigating a series of arsons involving bus benches throughout the city and are seeking assistance from the public.
Red Deer RCMP warn public of fraudulent text message
Last updated July 14, 2025 9:32 AM
Red Deer RCMP are warning the public about a fraudulent text message circulating in the area
Red Deer RCMP investigate mischief to church
Last updated July 3, 2025 9:34 AM
On July 2, 2025, at approx. 6:00 a.m. a male suspect was observed throwing rocks at the Impact Life Church on 77 Street located at 20 Kelloway Crescent in Red Deer.
Alberta RCMP advise of police dog training in Red Deer
Last updated July 2, 2025 12:14 PM
The Alberta RCMP advise that officers of our Police Dog Services are currently engaged in training with police dogs in Red Deer.