Alleged Ponoka robbery suspect ordered to stand trial

Oct 20, 2025 | 11:45 AM

One of two Ponoka residents charged following an alleged armed robbery earlier this year has been ordered to stand trial.

Kayla Ann Currie, 41, was ordered to stand trial in Ponoka Court of Justice on Oct. 17, 2025, however, a trial date has yet to be set.

Her co-accused, Preston Terrance Saddleback, 36, is currently scheduled for sentencing in Wetaskiwin Court of Justice on Nov. 3, 2025.

It was on Feb. 18, 2025, at about 8 p.m., when Ponoka RCMP responded to reports of an armed robbery at 38 Avenue Close, where a male and female suspect allegedly stole a white Pontiac Vibe at gun point.

Police say they pursued the suspects through Ponoka County and Montana First Nation until the vehicle crossed a frozen river and became stuck on a berm. According to the report, the female suspect was quickly arrested, however, the male suspect fled on foot before being apprehended by AIR 1 and the Police Dog Service.

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RCMP report the male was then taken to Ponoka General Hospital by Emergency Medical Services to be checked for exposure injuries.

While the individuals were under pursuit, RCMP issued an advisory for the area asking residents to stay inside, away from their windows, and lock their doors until the situation resolved.

As a result, Preston Saddleback was originally charged with:

Robbery with a firearm
Flight from a peace officer
Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle
Resist/obstruct a peace officer
Assault with a weapon
Mischief

Meantime, Kayla Currie was charged with:

Robbery with a firearm
Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle
Flight from a peace officer

by Sheldon Spackman

Alleged Ponoka robbery suspect ordered to stand trial

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