Airdrie Rural RCMP respond to shooting – Suspect arrested and charged

May 15, 2022
Rocky View County, Alberta

News release

On May 14, 2022, at approximately 1:14 p.m., Airdrie Rural RCMP responded to a report of a shooting at a property in Rocky View County. Upon arrival, it was determined that there had been a verbal altercation, which resulted in the suspect grabbing a firearm and shooting the victim in the leg. The suspect fled the scene.

STARS air ambulance attended, and the victim was flown to a Calgary hospital where he underwent surgery. He is in stable condition.

The 34-year-old suspect of Rocky View County returned to the scene and surrendered to police. He was arrested without incident and has been charged with the following offences:

  • Aggravated Assault
  • Discharge a firearm with intent
  • Pointing a firearm
  • Careless use of a firearm

The 34-year-old individual was brought before a justice and has been remanded into custody. He will appear in Airdrie Provincial Court on May 19, 2022.

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Contact information

Alberta RCMP Media Relations
780-509-3970

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