A Mexican man, Victor Manuel Gomez-Acosta, has been charged with two counts of first-degree intentional homicide for the stabbing deaths of his two daughters in Abbotsford, Wisconsin. Authorities confirmed that Gomez-Acosta is in the U.S. illegally and has been placed on a detainer for deportation. The incident highlights the ongoing border security crisis and the impact of illegal immigration on communities across the country.
A shooting at a home in Florence, Kentucky, early Saturday morning resulted in four deaths and three injuries. The suspect, who later died after a police chase, acted alone and there is no ongoing threat to the public.
Edmonton Police are investigating the suspicious death of a 19-year-old man found injured in the downtown core last week. The man was rushed to hospital after being found in medical distress but was declared dead upon arrival. An autopsy revealed the cause of death was a gunshot wound, and the homicide section has taken over the investigation.
Calgary police have identified the 16-year-old victim of a fatal stabbing in the southeast community of Forest Lawn on Thursday. A 17-year-old boy has been charged with first-degree murder in connection with the incident. Police were called to the 1300 block of 41st Street SE around 7 p.m. after reports of “an altercation involving a weapon.” They found the victim suffering from stab wounds and transported him to hospital in life-threatening condition, where he was pronounced dead. The altercation has officially been ruled a homicide. Friends of the victim described him as a kind and caring person who did not deserve this. The incident has left the community shaken and has a ripple effect on family and friends. Police are asking anyone with information to come forward.
A 31-year-old man, Irvin Badarm, has been charged with second-degree murder and robbery in connection with the death of Clinton Quintal, 34, who was found fatally stabbed outside the Royal Alexandra Hospital in Edmonton on May 15. Police believe there may have been other suspects involved and are seeking information to identify them.
A 15-year-old boy died from injuries sustained in northwest Edmonton on Tuesday evening. Police have taken a man known to the victim into custody. An autopsy is scheduled for Friday.
Regina Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating a third individual connected to the murder of a 22-year-old man on May 12th. A Canada-wide warrant has been issued for Reshaun Norman Cote, 22, who is described as a male, approximately six feet tall, with a medium build, short brown hair, brown eyes, and angel wing tattoos on both sides of his neck. Authorities caution that Cote is believed to be armed and dangerous and should not be approached. This development follows the arrests earlier this week of a 17-year-old youth and a 24-year-old man in connection with Regina’s first homicide of 2024. The victim, Everett Wolfe Roberts-Orr, succumbed to his injuries after being shot at a residence on Sherwood Drive. Isaiah James Dustyhorn, 24, has been charged with second-degree murder, while the unnamed youth faces charges of second-degree murder and failure to comply.
A 17-year-old from Nasonworth, New Brunswick, has been charged with second-degree murder in connection with the death of a 34-year-old man. The incident occurred on Monday morning, and the victim was found outside a residence suffering from severe injuries. He died at the scene. The suspect was arrested shortly afterward and appeared in court on Tuesday, where he was remanded into custody. The investigation is ongoing, and further details about the incident and the relationship between the victim and the accused have not been released.
One person was arrested after a fatal fight broke out in a downtown Edmonton parking lot on Thursday night. A 39-year-old man died in hospital from his injuries. Police are investigating the incident and are appealing for witnesses or anyone with video footage to come forward.
The Saskatoon Police Major Crime Section is investigating the city’s ninth homicide of 2024. The victim, a 30-year-old man, was initially transported to the hospital after an aggravated assault on April 15 but succumbed to his injuries this week. The incident occurred at a residence on Chandler Place. Witnesses reported an altercation outside another residence on the block. Police are urging anyone with information to contact them at 306-975-8300 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
