Wood Buffalo RCMP respond to stabbing, suspects arrested

July 3, 2026 - Fort McMurray, Alberta
From: Alberta RCMP

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Fort McMurray, Alta. – On July 3, 2026, at approximately 4:45am, Wood Buffalo RCMP responded to a 9-1-1 call for a stabbing in downtown Fort McMurray. Police located a 37-year-old victim in the parking lot at 10002 Franklin Avenue suffering from serious injuries. The victim was transported by EMS to Northern Lights Regional Health Center. 

Wood Buffalo RCMP contained the area with assistance from Police Dog Services and RPAS. The continued use of drone technology helped police locate the suspects quickly and safely, while reducing risks to the public and officers. The two suspects, found hiding in nearby bushes, were subsequently arrested without incident. The victim and suspects were not previously known to one another.

Two suspects, a 34-year-old resident of Fort McMurray and a 35-year-old  resident of Grande Prairie, are facing multiple charges including Aggravated Assault. The suspects, who cannot be named until an Information is sworn, remain in police custody awaiting judicial interim hearings. 

Wood Buffalo RCMP are continuing to investigate the incident with assistance from Wood Buffalo RCMP General Investigation Section and Forensic Identification Services. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to 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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