Red Deer RCMP investigate robbery with a firearm

June 1, 2026 - Red Deer, Alberta
From: Alberta RCMP

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Red Deer, Alta. – On May 31, 2026, at approximately 11:51 p.m., Red Deer RCMP responded to a 911 call reporting a robbery at a business in the Easthills Shopping Center in Red Deer. 

A male entered a liquor store with a firearm and bear spray and demanded money from the employee. The male suspect fled the location on foot. No one was injured during this robbery. 

The suspect is described as: 

• Male,
• Wearing a grey hoodie and dark pants.  

Red Deer RCMP General Investigation Section (GIS) is actively investigating this robbery and the robbery from May 24, 2026, at the same location. Police are investigating whether the two crimes are connected. 

If you were in the area during the time of this incident and have video or any information regarding this robbery, please contact the Red Deer RCMP at 403-406-2200.

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. To report crime online, or for access to RCMP news and information, download the Alberta RCMP app through Apple or Google Play.

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