By rdnewsNOW staff

33 arrests in red deer

49 fugitives arrested across central Alberta

Mar 12, 2026 | 11:15 AM

Several dangerous fugitives were recently arrested in central Alberta, according to Alberta Sheriffs.

The joint forces operation saw Alberta Sheriffs, RCMP, and Edmonton Police Service come together for a three-day operation, from March 2-4. They were led by the Fugitive Apprehension Sheriffs Support Team (FASST).

They reportedly split into four groups and fanned out across 34 communities to execute 118 arrest warrants on 49 fugitives. A total of 33 arrests were made in Red Deer, a spokesperson confirms.

Additional arrests were made in places such as Crossfield, Ponoka, and Sundre, plus hamlets like Bearberry, Lousana, and Mirror.

“Operations like this demonstrate the strength of collaboration between policing partners across Alberta. By working alongside the Alberta Sheriffs and the Edmonton Police Service, we are able to share information, coordinate efforts and hold offenders accountable,” says Sgt. Robert Daisley, NCO i/c Red Deer Crime Reduction Team.

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“Focusing our efforts on prolific offenders is what leads to dropping crime rates.”

Offenders of note, according to Alberta Sheriffs:

• Jordan Winnie, 35, was wanted in Alberta on multiple warrants, including assault with a weapon, mischief and four separate failures to attend court.
• Darrell Morin, 63, was wanted for break and enter and possession of break-in tools. Morin is considered a prolific offender linked to repeated thefts targeting oil well lease sites in central Alberta.
• Stephane Beaumont, a 43-year-old Quebec resident, was wanted Canada-wide by Correctional Service of Canada for breaching parole. Beaumont had been unlawfully at large for several years.

“This operation sends a clear message to wanted fugitives in Alberta: you cannot outrun the law. Whether individuals try to evade justice or ignore court orders, they will be found and held accountable,” added Mike Ellis, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Services.

“This operation demonstrates how the Alberta Sheriffs augment and support all law enforcement agencies by working together – sharing intelligence, targeting priority offenders and ensuring there is nowhere for criminals to hide.”