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Arrest finally made in connection to alleged armed robbery in Ponoka this May

Sep 5, 2025 | 2:14 PM

Two men have been charged following an alleged armed robbery at Ponoka’s Royal Hotel.

RCMP say it was just before 1 a.m. on May 17 when members at Ponoka detachment received a report of the noted robbery.

It’s said a masked suspect armed with a gun entered the bar and stole a cash box.

The suspect was chased out by two patrons where a second suspect also armed with a gun threatened said patrons.

During their investigation, RCMP obtained surveillance of the suspects and were able to identify them.

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RCMP then obtained warrants for their arrest.

“These investigations demonstrate the effectiveness of the collaborative efforts between our general duty members and our in-house GIS Unit to not only identify offenders in our community who victimize others, but also in being able to bring them before the courts to be held accountable for their criminal actions,” says Staff Sergeant Erin St-Cyr.

RCMP charged Garren Okeymow, 24, a resident of Ponoka, with:

• Robbery;
• Using imitation firearm in commission of offence;
• Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose;
• Failure to Comply with release order condition.

Garren Okeymow was arrested Sept. 4, 2025. He was taken before a Justice of the Peace and remanded into custody with his next court date set for today Sept. 5, 2025, at the Alberta Court of Justice in Ponoka.

RCMP charged Traytyn Okeymow, 27, a resident of Ponoka, with:

• Robbery
• Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose;
• Using imitation firearm in commission of offence;
• Disguise with intent.
• Fail to comply with a probation order.
• Disobey a court order.

Traytyn Okeymow, who was already in custody on other matters was will have these charges brought forward Sept. 12, 2025, at the Alberta Court of Justice in Ponoka.