Police looking for suspect after road rage assault in Hay Lakes
On Nov. 2, 2024, at 4:23 p.m., Wetaskiwin RCMP received a report of an assault that just occurred on 3 Avenue in the Village of Hay Lakes. Upon arrival, police and EMS assisted victims with several significant injuries. Investigation revealed that a group of individuals pulled up to a home. Shortly thereafter they were approached by vehicle and a driver who confronted them on their driving. The suspect exited his vehicle and a physical altercation took place with punches being thrown and one individual dragged alongside the suspect vehicle.
RCMP are asking the public for assistance in identifying the suspect who is described as:
- Fair complexion;
- 25-30 years old;
- Dirty blonde hair;
- 6 feet 2 inches tall;
- Wearing tan pants, a high visibility vest, black sunglasses with red lenses, black hat;
- Driving a white ford F250 extended cab long box pickup missing the front emblem.
RCMP are releasing photos of the vehicle in hopes that the public can identify it and its driver.
If you have information about this incident or the suspect please contact Wetaskiwin RCMP at 780-312-7267. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store. To report crime online, or for access to RCMP news and information, download the Alberta RCMP app through Apple or Google Play.
Cpl. Troy Savinkoff
Alberta RCMP
