Wood Buffalo RCMP investigate aggravated assault – suspect charged

July 2, 2026 - Fort McMurray, Alberta
From: Alberta RCMP

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Fort McMurray, Alta – On June 25, 2026, at approximately 10:26 p.m., Wood Buffalo RCMP responded to a report of an assault on MacDonald Avenue, in the downtown area of Fort McMurray. A physical altercation occurred between two subjects known to each other. During the altercation, the victim was struck by a vehicle driven by the suspect. The suspect fled following. The incident was not initially reported to police. 

Approximately two hours later, the suspect returned and assaulted the victim with a hammer, at which point police were called. Upon RCMP arrival, the suspect was arrested without incident. The victim was transported by EMS to the Northern Lights Regional Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. RCMP have since obtained surveillance footage of both incidents.  

A 34-year-old resident of Spruce Grove is facing charges of Aggravated assault. The individual was held for a judicial interim release hearing. They remain in custody and is set to appear in the Alberta Court of Justice in Fort McMurray on July 27, 2026.

Wood Buffalo RCMP continue to encourage residents to report suspicious or concerning behaviour in their neighbourhoods. Reports tell us where to look, who to look for, and where to patrol in the future. If you see a crime in progress, dial 9-1-1. Anyone with information regarding this or any other incident, please contact the Wood Buffalo RCMP at (780) 788‐4000 or 310-RCMP (7267). 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.

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