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Edmonton Journal
13 hours ago
- General
- Edmonton Journal
'Specialized equipment': A look at the RCMP-led entourage for G7 security
Article content Led by the RCMP, the ISSG is the multi-agency team responsible for safety and security of the G7 Leaders' Summit, which runs from June 15 to 17 in Kananaskis Village. Among the RCMP's partner agencies are the Calgary Police Service, the Alberta Sheriff's branch, Alberta conservation officers and the Canadian Forces, all of which had equipment and personnel present in northeast Calgary on Monday. RCMP Chief Supt. David Hall, ISSG security director, said the purpose of Monday's display was to give members of the public a sense of what to expect in terms of equipment throughout Calgary and Kananaskis during the summit. 'Some of it is pretty specialized equipment that will allow us to make sure the event's safe and secure for kind of everybody involved,' said Hall, adding it is the 'more visible' of the security measures in place. 'I want to reassure you that every security measure that we have put in place is intended to keep people safe,' he said.
Global News
a day ago
- Sport
- Global News
Southern Alberta hockey player dies after falling from Calgary highrise
The southern Alberta hockey community is in shock, mourning the sudden death of a young man beloved in the community. O'Shea Red Crow, 21, from Siksika Nation died on Sunday in Calgary and the homicide unit is investigating. The Calgary Police Service said officers were called at 5 a.m. to the 1100 block of Third St. S.E., after a man reportedly fell a highrise balcony. Upon arrival, police said the man was found in medical distress and taken to hospital in life-threatening condition, where he died of his injuries. Doug Raycroft, coach of the Wheatland Kings junior hockey team in Strathmore, coached Red Crow during the 2023-24 season and said news of his death left him in shock. 'I just saw him a few weeks ago and everything was fine,' Raycroft said. He said news of the loss spread quickly in the hockey community. Story continues below advertisement 'I know I speak for our whole organization, the players and their administration, we're just all devastated to hear this news and really feel bad for the family, for his mom Rose and his family, that are I'm sure beyond belief devastated at this.' View image in full screen O'Shea Red Crow, 21, from Siksika Nation, played for the Strathmore Wheatland Kings junior hockey team during the 2023-24 season. Supplied Red Crow was a quiet but funny young man — a gentle giant — and a beloved teammate who played in a few teams in southern Alberta in recent years, Raycroft said, including most recently with the Siksika Buffaloes, a senior team on Siksika Nation. Get daily National news Get the day's top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. Sign up for daily National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy 'He was passionate and loved playing,' Raycroft said, explaining in addition to his junior hockey commitments, the five-foot-11-inch, 260-pound forward would join friends to play in tournaments held at First Nations in Alberta. 'There was always a lot of guys that just loved playing with him. Story continues below advertisement 'He was a good teammate and you know he's gonna be missed.' Tweet This Click to share quote on Twitter: "He was a good teammate and you know he's gonna be missed." Before joining the Wheatland Kings, Red Crow played for the Vernal Oilers in Utah. The team posted their condolences Sunday night on Facebook. 'With heavy hearts, we sadly announce the passing of former Oiler O'Shea Red Crow,' the team said. 'O'Shea arrived in Vernal during the 2022/23 season and instantly became a fan favorite, recording 21 points in 22 games and establishing himself as one of the most feared players in the Northwest division before seeing his season end prematurely due to an injury suffered at the Las Vegas showcase. 'The definition of a 'gentle giant,' O'Shea was beloved by not only his Oiler teammates and coaches, but also the entire Vernal community.' Tweet This Click to share quote on Twitter: "The definition of a 'gentle giant,' O'Shea was beloved by not only his Oiler teammates and coaches, but also the entire Vernal community." The team expressed their condolences to his family and friends, as well as the entire Siksika Nation. While Calgary police said there was no threat to public safety, the circumstances leading up to Red Crow's death remain under investigation. Anyone who was affected by witnessing Red Crow's death is encouraged to connect with CPS Victim Assistance Support Team (VAST) by calling 403-428-8398 or toll-free at 1-888-327-7828. Story continues below advertisement Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact police by calling 403-266-1234. Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers.
Calgary Herald
a day ago
- Politics
- Calgary Herald
'Specialized equipment': A look at the RCMP-led entourage for G7 security
The RCMP-led team handling security for the upcoming G7 summit have given a glimpse of the equipment that will be on standby. Article content Article content A bear trap, motorcades, mobile command centres and multiple armoured vehicles were among the tools members of the Integrated Safety and Security Group (ISSG) had on display for media on Monday. Article content Drones, mounted police, bicycles, motorcycles and ATVs were also shown in a parking lot at the Calgary Police Service headquarters. Article content Article content Led by the RCMP, the ISSG is the multi-agency team responsible for safety and security of the G7 Leaders' Summit, which runs from June 15 to 17 in Kananaskis Village. Article content Article content Among the RCMP's partner agencies are the Calgary Police Service, the Alberta Sheriff's branch, Alberta conservation officers and the Canadian Forces, all of which had equipment and personnel present in northeast Calgary on Monday. Article content RCMP Chief Supt. David Hall, ISSG security director, said the purpose of Monday's display was to give members of the public a sense of what to expect in terms of equipment throughout Calgary and Kananaskis during the summit. Article content 'Some of it is pretty specialized equipment that will allow us to make sure the event's safe and secure for kind of everybody involved,' said Hall, adding it is the 'more visible' of the security measures in place. Article content Article content 'I want to reassure you that every security measure that we have put in place is intended to keep people safe,' he said. Article content Article content Hall noted that the security operation is massively complex, being the 'largest domestic security operation' for whichever country is the host. Article content Airspace to be restricted Article content Last week, RCMP highlighted several areas that will be under airspace restrictions, and cautioned that pilots persistently breaching restricted airspace over the G7 Leaders' Summit in Kananaskis could be shot down by military aircraft. Article content Aerial intruders who refuse to obey orders to turn back from restricted airspace radiating 30 nautical miles from the summit venue in Kananaskis Village could be brought down with force as a last resort, Sgt. Mark Basanta, lead aerospace planner for the G7, said last week.
Calgary Herald
2 days ago
- Calgary Herald
Calgary police investigating suspicious death in Auburn Bay
A Calgary Police Service SUV is shown outside headquarters in northeast Calgary on Feb. 27, 2025. Jim Wells/Postmedia The Calgary Police Service's homicide unit is investigating what they call a suspicious death in the southeast community of Auburn Bay. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Calgary Herald ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Calgary Herald ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Police were called to the 1000 block of Auburn Bay Circle S.E. shortly before 3 p.m. Saturday for reports of a man who was believed to be dead inside a residence. A deceased man was found inside the home, and as of Sunday, police are continuing to investigate the death. 'There is currently no risk to the public,' police said in an earlier statement. An autopsy on the deceased man is to be conducted by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner on Monday. Police said no further information would be provided until the autopsy was complete.
Calgary Herald
2 days ago
- Calgary Herald
Man dies after possible fall from high-rise balcony in Victoria Park
Calgary police are investigating the death of a man in the downtown area early Sunday morning. Article content Article content Officers responded to reports that a man may have fallen from a high-rise balcony in the 1100 block of 3rd St. S.E. around 5 a.m. Sunday, police said in a news release. Article content 'Upon arrival, a man was located in medical distress and transported to hospital in life-threatening condition where he eventually succumbed to his injuries,' the Calgary Police Service said in a news release. Article content The circumstances around the incident remain under investigation. Police say there is currently no threat to public safety. Article content 🔵 ONGOING INVESTIGATION🔵 Our Homicide Unit is currently on scene investigating the death of a man that occurred earlier this morning in the downtown area. At approximately 5 a.m., today, Sunday, June 1, 2025, police were called to the 1100 block of Third St. S.E., for reports… — Calgary Police (@CalgaryPolice) June 1, 2025 Article content Anyone who witnessed the incident is encouraged to contact the Calgary Police Service Victim Assistance Support Team (VAST) at 403-428-8398 or toll-free at 1-888-327-7828. Article content Article content Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact the police at 403-266-1234. Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers online, by calling 1-800-222-8477 or by using the P3 Tips mobile app. Article content
