St. Albert RCMP have seized two replica handguns after a series of incidents in late May 2026 where BB pellets struck two individuals and a city transit bus. The events unfolded on May 26 at approximately 4:25 p.m., when police responded to a gun complaint in the 500 block of Rivercrest. Officers found two people with minor injuries from BB rounds and discovered that a City of St. Albert Transit bus had also been struck.
Suspects Arrested Quickly
According to a police news release, two suspects fled on foot but were located and arrested shortly thereafter. A 16-year-old boy, who cannot be named under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, faces multiple charges including two counts of assault with a weapon, use of an imitation firearm, pointing a firearm, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, and mischief under $5,000. He appeared in court on May 27 and was released under conditions, with a next appearance scheduled for July 7 in St. Albert youth court.
Jordan Brandon Doskocil, a 19-year-old from Edmonton, is charged with possession of methamphetamine for the purpose of trafficking, failure to comply with an undertaking, and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose. Doskocil was released under conditions after his court appearance on May 27 and is due back in court on June 29.
Public Safety Warning
St. Albert RCMP Sgt. Terrence Willard emphasized the dangers of carrying replica firearms in public. “Carrying replica firearms in public is highly dangerous and can be mistaken for real weapons, causing serious public safety risks and potential legal consequences,” he said. “The resemblance between imitation and real firearms can be indistinguishable, which is notable in the two imitation firearms that were seized.”
The incidents highlight the risks associated with imitation firearms, which can easily be confused with real weapons, leading to heightened public alarm and potential escalation by law enforcement. Police urge the public to treat all firearms, including replicas, with caution and to report any suspicious activity.
