RCMP deployed a drone and police dogs to locate two people following a stabbing in northern Alberta on July 3, 2026. The incident occurred in the community of High Level, approximately 750 kilometers northwest of Edmonton.
Details of the Incident
Police received a report of a stabbing at around 4:30 p.m. local time. Officers arrived to find two victims with stab wounds. The suspects fled the scene on foot, prompting a search using aerial and canine units. The drone provided thermal imaging to track the suspects through wooded terrain.
After a brief search, police dogs located two individuals hiding in a nearby forest. They were taken into custody without incident. The victims were transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Their condition is stable, according to RCMP spokesperson Cpl. Gina Slaney.
Investigation and Charges
“The quick response of our officers and the use of technology like the drone were crucial in apprehending the suspects,” said Cpl. Slaney. The investigation is ongoing, and charges are pending against the two individuals. Police have not released their names or ages.
The stabbing is believed to be an isolated incident, with no ongoing threat to public safety. RCMP are urging anyone with information to contact them.
