News release

Fox Lake RCMP charge individual with shooting at residence

April 14, 2026 - Fox Lake, Alberta
From: Alberta RCMP

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Fox Lake, Alta. – On March 29, 2026, Fox Lake RCMP received a report of a home being shot at with a firearm in Fox Lake. RCMP attended and confirmed that the home was shot. There were no injuries.  As a result of the investigation, RCMP were able identify a suspect. On April 5, 2026, RCMP arrested and charged 27-year-old resident of Fox Lake with:

• Careless use of a firearm;
• Using a firearm in the commission of an offence;
• Possession of a firearm contrary to court order (x2);
• Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose;
• Unauthorized possession of a firearm;
• Mischief; and
• Disguise with intent. 

The individual was taken before a Justice of the Peace and remanded into custody with their next court date set for April 23, 2026, at the Alberta Court of Justice in High Level. 

“Fox lake RCMP remains committed to the communities safety and will continue to work in partnership with local residents to address their concerns, “said Corporal Michael Heysa Fox Lake Detachment, “If you see something, say something.”

The Fox Lake RCMP detachment would like to remind community members that if someone requires police assistance, to please contact us at 780-659-2080.  For emergencies always dial 911. If you want 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. To report crime online, or for access to RCMP news and information, download the Alberta RCMP app through Apple or Google Play. To contact the RCMP non-emergency line while in any Alberta RCMP jurisdiction call 310-RCMP(7267).

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