Man Arrested in Connection to Stabbing
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On November 6, 2018, members of the Blood Tribe Police Service (BTPS) attended a private residence on the north side of the Blood Reserve in regards to a report of an altercation.
BTPS located a 25-year-old male suffering from stab wounds to his left arm and leg. The male was transported by EMS to Chinook Regional Hospital.
- Aggravated Assault
- Assault with a Weapon
- Possess Weapon Dangerous
- Breach of Recognizance X3
Dexter SCOUT was brought before a JP and remanded for Court in Lethbridge on November 14, 2018.
Anyone with information about this matter or any other matter is asked to contact the Blood Tribe Police Service at 403-737-3800 or the Crime Reduction Unit at 403-737-8808 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). You do not have to reveal your identity to Crime Stoppers, and if you provide information that leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward.
Investigation Into Potential Threat to Kainai High School
On October 14, 2018, the Blood Tribe Police Service (BTPS) received information of a potential threat to the Kainai High School. The BTPS initiated an investigation into this matter and have taken a 17-year-old person into custody.
Subsequent investigation determined that the threat was not credible, however, there was sufficient evidence to proceed with Public Mischief charges pursuant to section 149 of the Criminal Code.
No name will be released due to the person's age pursuant to the Youth Criminal Justice Act.
In an abundance of caution, the Kainai Board of Education has decided to close the Kainai High School and the nearby Middle School for Monday, October 15, 2018.
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On October 3, 2018 members of the Blood Tribe Police Crime Reduction Unit entered into an investigation in relation to the sale of illicit drugs on the Blood Indian Reserve.
As a result of this investigation, police seized 18 grams of cocaine, 5 grams of methamphetamine, 1 gram of Heroin, and 9 Fentanyl pills. The estimated street value of all drugs seized is $3600.
Amanda Jade DAVIS (38 yrs old) was arrested and charged with the following:
- Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (Cocaine)
- Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (Meth)
- Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (Heroin)
- Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (Fentanyl)
- Proceeds of Crime
- Resist Arrest x 2
- Obstruct Police
- Assault Police Officer x 2
DAVIS was released on bail and will appear at Cardston Provincial Court on October 15th, 2018.
Anyone with information about this matter or any other matter is asked to contact the Blood Tribe Police Service at 403-737-3800 or the Crime Reduction Unit at 403-737-8808 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). You do not have to reveal your identity to Crime Stoppers, and if you provide information that leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward.
22 YEAR OLD ARRESTED FOR POSSESSION OF CARFENTANYL
On Sept. 27, 2018 members of the Blood Tribe Police Service Crime Reduction Unit charged a 22 year old Blood Tribe man, for possession for the purpose of trafficking Carfentanyl on the Blood Indian Reserve.
As a result of a traffic stop, a male passenger was found in possession of Carfentanyl, cash and electronic devices.
22 year old Aaron Tye ELI has been charged with following:
- Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking
- Possession of Proceeds of Crime
- Breach of Conditions
Police seized the following:
-33 suspected Carfentanyl pills
-$560.00 Canadian currency
-cell phone
-tablet
ELI was also found to be on numerous warrants from other police agencies.
Anyone with information about this matter or any other matter, is asked to contact the Blood Tribe Police Service at 403-737-3800 or the Crime Reduction Unit at 403-737-8808 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). You do not have to reveal your identity to Crime Stoppers, and if you provide information that leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward.