Wood Buffalo RCMP investigating home invasion, suspects sought

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

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Fort McMurray, Alta. – On Sept. 1, 2026, at approximately 9:50 pm, Wood Buffalo RCMP responded to a 9-1-1 call for a home invasion at a residence on Birch Road in Fort McMurray. Residents were inside the home when two unknown suspects forced their way through a back door. During the incident, one resident confronted one suspect and he was struck with a crowbar, suffering injuries. Several items were stolen from the residence before both suspects then fled the scene. No other residents were physically injured. It is not yet known if the residents and suspects are known to each other.

Wood Buffalo RCMP Police Dog Services conducted a search of the area but were unable to locate the suspects. 

The suspects are described as:

• white male 
• Black male
• Both wearing black clothing 
• Faces covered
• Around 6’ and 6’2” tall
• Slender build 

Wood Buffalo RCMP continue to investigate with assistance from Wood Buffalo RCMP Forensic Identification Services. Police are in the area conducting neighbourhood inquiries. 

Anyone who may have witnessed suspicious activity in the area of Birch Road around the time of the incident, or who may have video surveillance or dash camera footage, are asked to contact the Wood Buffalo RCMP at 780-788-4000. If you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.p3tips.com, or through the P3 Tips app.

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