Bonnyville RCMP charge 28-year-old after home invasion with gun in Kehewin

A 28-year-old has been charged following a home invasion in Kehewin with a gun.

On Sunday, Feb. 16, at approximately 6:49PM, Bonnyville RCMP responded to the scene, along with St. Paul RCMP and learned that the suspect had fled the area on foot. 

Police say the victim was not harmed.

Lakeland Connect has asked Bonnyville RCMP to confirm whether the shelter-in-place for a couple of hours on Monday morning was prompted by this investigation.

Containment was established and the Emergency Response Team was notified.

Following additional investigation, it was discovered that the suspect had fled in a stolen SUV. The vehicle was later located with the assistance of Elk Point RCMP, occupied, on Road 2 in Kehewin.

The Emergency Response Team attended and successfully apprehended the suspect, a 28-year-old resident of Kehewin.

They have been charged with the following offences:

• Break and enter with intent – Residence (x2)
• Discharge firearm while being reckless
• Fail to comply with probation order (x5)
• Numerous additional charges.

The suspect is currently awaiting a Judicial Interim Hearing, as such no additional information is available at this time.

Police say an update is expected upon completion with the suspect’s name, court date, and additional charges.