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Why report my incident online?

Online reporting is a convenient reporting option that can provide you with a copy of the police report and a police file number.  Your incident is eligible for reporting online if:

• The incident occurred within the city of Medicine Hat
  The loss or damage reported is under $5,000; and
  
• There are no known suspects

What if the incident did not occur within the city of Medicine Hat?

If the incident did not occur within the city of Medicine Hat then you should report the incident to the local police agency for the jurisdiction where it occurred.

What is a known suspect?

A known suspect is when you or someone else knows the person or knows where to find the person who committed the crime. Examples include; knowing the person’s name or the license plate number of the vehicle the suspect was in. If you have a known suspect involved in your incident, please call 403-529-8481 to file your report.

What if I have a suspect description?

A "suspect description" or CCTV footage, is not considered a "known suspect". A suspect description can be included in the incident description when entering an online report, assuming the incident fulfills the other online reporting criteria.

What happens if I find something left behind by the suspect?

Items that are left behind by the suspect may help to identify him/her. If there is evidence, do not file a report online. Call 403-529-8481 to report this incident.

What if I require a police file number for insurance purposes?

You will receive an unofficial copy of your report as well as a temporary file number when you submit your online report. Your report will be reviewed by a police officer within 24 hours. Once it is confirmed that your online report meets the online report criteria, an official report and Medicine Hat Police Service file number will be emailed to you. Only the official file number can be used for insurance purposes.

What do I do if my incident does not qualify for online reporting?

Some incidents require more information to be gathered including having an officer to be dispatched to the crime scene to conduct an investigation or others require interaction with an officer over the phone or at a police station. These incidents cannot be reported via online reporting.  If your incident does not meet the criteria for online reporting please call 403-529-8481 to speak to an officer.

Why can't I report a motor vehicle collision online?

Due to the complexity of data that needs to be gathered and the need to verify collision details, most vehicle collisions require the attention of an officer or a Collision Reporting Center agent. Please call 403-529-8481 to speak to an officer.

What happens to my report after I have submitted it?

Your report will be reviewed by a police officer within 24 hours. You may be contacted for additional information and you will receive an email explaining the status of your report. Once approved, your report will be transferred to the Medicine Hat Police Service Records Management System to undergo standard investigative and analytical processes. Your report will be retained as per the Medicine Hat Police Service retention policy.

What do you do with my personal information?

The personal information in this online report will be collected, used and disclosed for the purposes outlined in Sections 33 to 43 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIPP) Act and other legal requirements where they are consistent with the FOIPP Act. If you have any questions regarding the collection of information, contact the Medicine Hat Police Service, Information Coordinator, 884 2 ST SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1A 8H2.

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If you require an immediate police presence call 911. Do NOT use this for emergencies.

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Concerns and tips cannot be reported annoymously and must have contact information included.

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Our ideal candidate brings extensive knowledge of computer networks, network protocols, LAN/WAN/VPN technologies and database systems.  Working knowledge of common scripting and programming languages would be considered an asset.

Required qualifications:

• 2 year diploma in Computer Technology or related field from a recognized post secondary institution,
  
• 5 years of experience in a related technical / systems analyst position,
  
• and must pass full police security clearance, including polygraph examination.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a resume to the City of Medicine Hat Human Resources Dept. Competition # 18180A Mailing Address: Suite 101, 505 First Street SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 0A9; fax 403-525-8870; email hr@medicinehat.ca.

This posting will remain open until Monday, September 24, 2018 at 4:30 p.m.  For more information click here.

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The Medicine Hat Police Service is requesting the assistance of the public regarding the investigation of the sexual interference that occurred on January 4^th, 2019 at the Medicine Hat Family Leisure Centre. Police are asking the public to help identify the two males in the attached surveillance stills. These males are believed to have personal knowledge regarding the sexual interference of the 11-year-old victim. The male pictured in the darker grey hoodie was also carrying a skateboard when leaving the building.

The suspect male involved is described as: a white male, 30-35 years old, about 6 feet tall, average build, short light brown hair, and groomed beard and moustache. The suspect also has a colorful tattoo located on the majority of his left bicep area.

If any member of the public was at the Family Leisure Centre on January 4^th, 2019 between 2:30 pm and 5:00 pm and may have captured any photographs or videos of the interior or exterior of the Family Leisure Center that may assist MHPS in identifying the suspect, please contact Sgt. Ernie Fischhofer of the Medicine Hat Police Service at (403) 529-8400 or Crimestoppers at (403) 527-8477.

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Three people have been charged after ALERT seized over half a kilogram of methamphetamine and a loaded handgun. Arrests took place in Medicine Hat and Brooks.

ALERT’s Medicine Hat organized crime team concluded a drug trafficking investigation on February 22, 2019, with the help of Medicine Hat Police Service and Brooks RCMP. Two separate traffic stops took place, which facilitated the arrests and seizures.

The value of the drug bust is estimated at $32,000, and evidence seized included:

• 521 grams of methamphetamine;
• a loaded handgun;
• brass knuckles; and
• $830 cash proceeds of crime.

“This investigation is a significant step in disrupting and dismantling organized crime in our community,” said Staff Sgt. Cory Both, ALERT Medicine Hat. “Preventing these drugs and weapons from hitting the streets of Medicine Hat goes a long way toward keeping our residents safe.”

The handgun was a Glock .40-calibre with the serial number filed off. Further ballistics testing and analysis will be completed to determine if the firearm was used in any other crimes.

Aron Horvath, a 37-year-old man, faces 11 criminal charges, including:

·  trafficking a controlled substance;

·  possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking;

·  possession of proceeds of crime; and

·  eight firearms-related offences.

James Benard, a 26-year-old man, is charged with trafficking a controlled substance, possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking, possession of proceeds of crime, possession of a prohibited weapon, and breach of probation (x3).

Devon Koehle, a 19-year-old woman, is charged with possession of a controlled substance and breach of recognizance.

Members of the public who suspect drug or gang activity in their community can call local police, or contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). Crime Stoppers is always anonymous.

ALERT was established and is funded by the Alberta Government and is a compilation of the province’s most sophisticated law enforcement resources committed to tackling serious and organized crime. Members of Calgary Police Service, Edmonton Police Service, Lethbridge Police Service, Medicine Hat Police Service, and RCMP work in ALERT.