Lethbridge Police Service

UPDATE Oct 1/2026 1:41 AM: The high risk incident in the 2200 block of 12 Avenue South has been resolved. Members of the public can resume regular activities in the area.
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PREVIOUSLY RELEASED: Police are currently on scene at a high-risk, mental-health related incident along the 2200 block of 12 Avenue South.

The public is directed to avoid the area at this time.

LPS is proud to be part of the Buffalo Spirit Games the Lethbridge Sport Council is hosting at Nicholas Sheran School Park today. Grab your orange shirts and come and visit us!

The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in Canada is intended to, not only recognize the atrocities and multi-generational impacts of the residential school system, but also to explore and learn about the rich and diverse cultures, voices, experiences and stories of the First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples.

Wearing orange, we stand in solidarity with our Indigenous communities and reaffirm our commitment to learning, understanding and reconciliation.

The pre-selected locations monitored by photo radar for October 2026 are listed in the calendar.

Motorists are advised to always obey posted speed limits and pay careful attention around schools and playgrounds, especially when children are outside playing, school is in session or community events are taking place that result in increased traffic to the area. Harmonized playground zones are in effect daily from 7:30 a.m. until 9:00 p.m.

Please be advised it is inappropriate to approach photo radar operators to complain. Complaints should be directed to the Lethbridge Police Service by calling 403-327-2210.

For more information about Automated Traffic Enforcement in Lethbridge, including an updated list of sites monitored by photo radar, visit: https://www.lethbridgepolice.ca/community-safety/automated-traffic-enforcement/

The Lethbridge Police Service welcomed two, new four-legged members and honoured the retirement of a veteran police dog during a special ceremony.

After 20 weeks of comprehensive training, PSD Bobbie and his handler, Cst. Joel Odorski, along with PSD Bak, and his handler Cst. Josh Smith, are ready to hit the street. Both dogs received their badges from Chief Shahin Mehdizadeh Monday afternoon.

Bobbie is a two-year-old Belgian Malinois originally from the Netherlands, and Bak is a two-year-old Belgian Shepherd/Malinois cross from the Czech Republic.

In-house training for police service dogs includes tracking, obedience, agility, building searches, compound/area searches, evidence searches, drug detection, gunfire exposure and criminal apprehension.

All LPS K9 teams work alongside patrols and as part of the Critical Incident Response team, responding to high-risk incidents.

In addition to the graduation, LPS also honoured the short, but successful career of PSD Aron, a six-year-old German Shepherd handled by Cst. Steve Zwartbol. During his five-year career, PSD Aron responded to 421 calls, assisted in 213 arrests and proved wrong 33 people who thought they could hide or outrun him!

In the past few months Aron began slowing down and was ultimately diagnosed with cancer. In retirement he will spend his days as a cherished member of the Zwartbol family, receiving all medical care possible to ensure quality of life.

With the addition of the new dogs, LPS has three K9 teams with plans to begin training a fourth in November.

Lethbridge Police have charged a 34-year-old male following an investigation that culminated in the deployment of the Tactical Team and a three-hour search through south Lethbridge before he was arrested.

On September 25, officers attended a home along Mohawk Road after receiving a report that a male – known to police and wanted on outstanding warrants – had stolen a safe containing a significant amount of cash. The occupants reported the subject was believed to be inside the home and in possession of a fi***rm. Members of the Tactical Team were subsequently deployed. As the investigation progressed, police determined the male had previously left the residence and rented a room at a hotel along the 1000 block of Mayor Magrath Drive South.

The male was later located in the lobby of the Travelodge where he resisted arrest and assaulted a police officer before fleeing on foot. Over the next several hours, he evaded police in a densely populated residential area by hiding in multiple yards and on rooftops. He was eventually located hiding in a tree at the Henderson Lake Golf Course and arrested without further incident. He was found in possession of a large quantity of cash.

In addition to the new charges, the male had previously been identified and charged in a string of retail thefts over the past two weeks and was wanted on outstanding warrants. The investigation into the stolen safe is ongoing.

Alexander Brent Hamilton, 34, is charged with assaulting a peace officer, two counts of resisting a peace officer, trespass at night, two counts of mischief, four counts of failing to comply with a release order and three counts of theft under $5,000.

Following a Judicial Interim Release hearing, Hamilton was remanded in custody and is scheduled to appear in court today.

Today, members of the Lethbridge Police Service and Lethbridge Police Pipe Band joined colleagues from across the province for the 28th Annual Police and Peace Officers’ Memorial Day in Edmonton.

This annual event recognizes and honours 108 police and peace officers killed in the line of duty while serving the citizens of Alberta, including Lethbridge’s own fallen officers: A/Sgt. Paul Smith and Cst. Calvin Byam.

Their service, sacrifice, and legacy will never be forgotten.

UPDATE 10:42 PM - The high risk incident in the area of Mohawk Road West has been resolved.

Members of the public can resume regular activities in the area.

Thinking about becoming a police officer? Join our virtual female-focused information session to learn about the profession, recruitment process, and experiences of women serving in policing.

Register before September 28, 2026.

Details: https://www.lethbridgepolice.ca/news/posts/female-police-officer-virtual-information-session-september-29-2026/

Lethbridge Police are seeking public assistance to locate a missing 14-year-old girl.

Brianna Cattleman-Rain was last seen in Lethbridge on September 21, 2026. At the time she was wearing a grey sweater, blue-jean shorts, and had a black backpack. Brianna has dark brown and red medium-length hair.

Ongoing attempts to locate Brianna have been unsuccessful and police are concerned for her well-being.

Anyone who has seen Brianna Cattleman-Rain, or has information on her whereabouts, is asked to call 403-328-4444 and reference file 26057475.