December 2024 Slave Lake RCMP Release

During November, the Slave Lake Detachment responded to a total of 458 calls for service, which included:

• 911 Act (Static lines, 911 hang-ups) (x30)
• False Alarms (x8)
• Assault (x 14)
• Break and Enter (x 15)
• Utter Threats (x 4)
• Theft (x 15)
• Mischief – Damage to Property (x 10)
• Causing a Disturbance, Mischief (Nuisance) (x 20)
• Mental Health (x 3)
• Suspicious Person / Vehicle / Property (x 30)
• Wellbeing Checks (x 10)

Slave Lake RCMP arrest three individuals for weapons and drugs

Slave Lake, Alta. - On Nov. 15, 2024, at approximately 11:04 p.m., Slave Lake RCMP conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle that was attempting to avoid a check-stop. The driver of the vehicle was arrested on outstanding warrants. After removing the driver from the vehicle a sawed-off rifle was located in the vehicle. Two additional passengers were also arrested. A prohibited magazine with ammunition was located at the feet of one of the passengers, a search of the other passenger, incidental to arrest, was conducted where 60 grams of Methamphetamine was located. Officers conducted a search warrant on the vehicle where more ammunition and Methamphetamine were found. 

As a result of their investigation, Slave Lake RCMP have arrested 3 individuals in connection to this incident:

Brady Alook, a 26-year-old resident of Peace River, Alta., has been charged with the following offences:

• Careless storage of a firearm
• Possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose
• Possession of firearm/ammunition in motor vehicle x2
• Possession of prohibited weapon with ammo without licence
• Weapons possession contrary to order x3
• Possession of a prohibited weapon when knowing possession unauthorized x2

Glen Gladue, a 32-year-old resident of Trout Lake, Alta., has been charged with the following offences:

• Possession for the purpose of trafficking
• Possession of prohibited weapon when knowing possession unauthorized x2
• Careless storage of a firearm
• Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
• Possession of firearm/ammunition in motor vehicle x2
• Possession of prohibited weapon with ammo without licence
• Fail to comply with release order condition x2
• Weapons possession contrary to order

Jerry Netowastenum, a 47-year-old resident of Trout Lake, has been charged with the following offences:

• Careless storage of a firearm
• Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
• Possession of firearm/ammunition in motor vehicle x2
• Possession of prohibited weapon with ammo without licence
• Unauthorized possession of a prohibited weapon x2

All three were taken before a Justice of the Peace and were remanded into custody to appear at the Alberta Court of Justice in Slave Lake.

Slave Lake RCMP encourage drivers to practice headlight etiquette in poor weather conditions

Slave Lake, Alta - As winter brings challenging driving conditions, practicing proper headlight etiquette is essential for keeping everyone safe on the roads. Snow, blowing snow, fog, and long winter nights can impair visibility, making it important for drivers to understand how to effectively use their vehicle’s headlights. 

Slave Lake RCMP provide simple headlight usage guidelines to improve safety and prevent accidents this winter:

• High beams are effective for illuminating dark, rural roads where there is little to no ambient lighting. However, they can create a dangerous glare for oncoming drivers, especially in snowy or foggy conditions. Drivers should dim their high beams at least 300 meters away from an approaching vehicle and when following another vehicle closely, and 150 meters away when approaching a vehicle travelling in the same direction.
• In snowy or foggy weather, high beams can reflect off the particles in the air, actually decreasing visibility, so it’s best to rely on low beams in these conditions.
• Many vehicles are equipped with fog lights, which are designed to provide wider, lower light beams that don’t reflect back as much in fog or heavy snow. If visibility is severely reduced, fog lights in addition to low beams are often the safest choice.
• Low beams should also be used in urban areas, during heavy snowfall, or whenever glare from high beams could affect other drivers.
• In situations where visibility is near zero, such as intense blowing snow or whiteouts, turning on hazard lights along with low beams can alert other drivers to your presence. Be cautious when using hazard lights, as they can also signal an unexpected stop or slow movement.
• Avoid using hazard lights if road visibility is manageable, as they can confuse other drivers.
• Many vehicles are equipped with automatic daytime running lights, which illuminate the front but not the rear of the vehicle. In low-visibility conditions, ensure that your full headlights and taillights are on so that your vehicle is visible from all angles. 

For more winter driving safety tips, follow us on Facebook @RCMPinAlberta and on X @RCMPAlberta.

Coffee with a Cop

The Slave Lake RCMP is dedicated to maintaining direct open lines of communication with the communities we serve. We would like to get to know area residents better, discuss your concerns and ideas about law enforcement and conversely create an opportunity for you to get to know your local police officers to discuss our duties and responsibilities. This month Coffee with a Cop will be held on the Friday before the holidays where you will find a Slave Lake Detachment officer having coffee, barring any emergency we are attending. This month Coffee with a Cop will be held:

- at the Fix Slave Lake on December 20th 2024 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Feel free to stop in and have a coffee with us.

Email Questions

In order to seek important input from all stakeholders and residents, the Slave Lake RCMP will be completing monthly police briefs (like this one) in order to keep the public aware of our activities in the communities. In addition, we encourage interaction and anyone with any inquiries, questions, or comments can contact us at: KSLAVELAKEDET@rcmp-grc.gc.ca. 

During each monthly police brief members of the detachment will answer a few of the questions asked or provide education on a topic identified from the community. We look forward to hearing from you.