Edmonton police have arrested and charged two 13-year-old boys in connection with the assault of a 66-year-old woman at a bus stop in northeast Edmonton last month. The arrests came after members of the public provided tips that helped investigators identify the suspects.
Details of the Incident
On April 19, at approximately 9 a.m., police responded to an assault at a bus shelter near McConachie Boulevard and 64 Street. According to authorities, two teenagers approached the senior woman, one of them carrying a fire extinguisher. The teen discharged the extinguisher, covering the victim and the bus shelter with powder. Both suspects then fled the scene on foot heading west.
Emergency crews treated the woman at the scene, and she was released without needing to be hospitalized.
Investigation and Charges
Investigators used public tips to identify two 13-year-old boys believed to be involved. Further investigation revealed that one or both of the teens were linked to four separate incidents. One teen faces charges including assault with a weapon, housebreaking with intent, mischief under $5,000, and theft under $5,000. The other teen is charged with theft under $5,000 and assault with a weapon.
Cst. Arthur Rekshta of the EPS northeast division thanked the public for their assistance. “The tips we received allowed us to identify suspects and also link them to other events that were still under investigation,” he said in a news release.
Police continue to encourage anyone with information to come forward. The case highlights the importance of community cooperation in solving crimes and ensuring public safety.
