The Grande Prairie RCMP is seeking public assistance in identifying a suspect involved in an alleged assault attempt that occurred on August 10th.
According to police, members of the Grande Prairie RCMP responded to reports of an assault attempt at approximately 8:20 p.m. in the South Avondale area of the city. Investigators suggest that an unknown male allegedly attempted to assault someone with an axe who proceeded to cause damage to their property.
Law enforcement has confirmed no one was injured during the attack.
The suspect is described as a male, standing approximately five feet ten inches tall, wearing a black hat, grey sweater, black pants, and black and white shoes.
Police are actively investigating the incident and have reached out to the public for assistance. Anyone with information regarding the individual’s identity or the incident is asked to contact the Grande Prairie RCMP at (780)-830-5700 or anonymously through Crime Stoppers.