Edmonton, Canada – Edmonton police are on the hunt for six suspects involved in a violent assault at the Churchill LRT station last month. A 64-year-old man was viciously attacked, robbed, and left with serious injuries by a group of assailants, sparking a police investigation to identify those responsible for the heinous act.
The incident occurred on the ground-level Churchill LRT platform on February 24th, with the victim awaiting a train around 5:30 a.m. The attack began with a verbal exchange between the victim and one man before escalating as five additional men joined in, brutally assaulting the victim. Following the attack, the suspects fled the scene, leaving the victim in need of emergency medical attention before he was transported to a hospital for treatment.
While one suspect, Travis Damian Houle, 35, has been identified and charged with aggravated assault, robbery, and failure to comply with a probation order, police are still searching for the remaining five individuals involved in the attack. Video surveillance captured their images, with one suspect armed with pepper spray, another seen riding a bicycle, and a female present within the group.
Authorities are urging the public to come forward with any information they may have regarding the incident or the suspects involved. Those with relevant information are encouraged to contact Edmonton police at 780-423-4567 or #377 from a mobile phone to assist in the ongoing investigation.
The disturbing assault at the Churchill LRT station has left the community shocked and concerned, with residents and officials alike calling for swift justice to be served in bringing all suspects to account for their actions. The public’s assistance in identifying the suspects is crucial in ensuring that such acts of violence are not tolerated or repeated in the future.
As the investigation continues, Edmonton police are working tirelessly to follow up on leads, gather evidence, and ultimately bring all perpetrators to justice. The safety and security of residents using public transportation are of utmost importance, and authorities are committed to ensuring that those responsible for the assault are held accountable for their actions.