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St. Paul RCMP reporting heavy police presence - Update

March 10, 2026 - St. Paul, Alberta
From: Alberta RCMP

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St. Paul, Alta. - On March 10, 2026, around 1:30 p.m., St. Paul RCMP responded to a report of a 19-year-old was stabbed in the 4700 block on 51^st Ave in St. Paul. Upon arrival, officers began communicating with the suspect. 

A confrontation occurred resulting in an officer discharging their service pistol. The suspect sustained injuries and was transported via air ambulance to hospital. The stabbing victim was transported via ground ambulance to hospital. Both are expected to survive. No police officers were injured.

Schools within proximity to this incident were put into hold and secure for precautionary reasons. There were no direct threat or safety concerns for schools or public. Police believe this to be an isolated incident. 

Due to the injuries sustained to the suspect, the Chief Executive Officer of the Police Review Commission (PRC) has directed the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team to investigate the event as a Level 1 matter, which the Police Act defines as a case involving serious injury, death, or serious or sensitive allegations relating to the actions of an officer. Information released at this stage is based on the initial information available to investigators. All media inquiries about this incident should now be directed to the PRC at PRCmedia@gov.ab.ca or 780-644-0306.

Independent of ASIRT’s investigation, the RCMP’s internal review process has been implemented to gather a full account of what took place during this incident. RCMP training, policy, police response, and the member’s duty status will be subject to review. The RCMP is, of course, fully cooperating with ASIRT. 

Victim Services, now Eastern Alberta Regional Victim Serving Society, is available to offer compassionate support and guidance to those impacted by this incident. Victim Services connect individuals and families with trusted community resources to provide support in coping with the emotional impact of this incident. If you or someone you know needs support, please contact 587-487-2505 or via email at info@earvss.ca.

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