For Immediate Release / August 18, 2025
RCMP - Investigate Dog Bite - UPDATED
Updated Release - August 19, 2025
St. Albert RCMP, with the assistance of St. Albert General Investigation Section (GIS) and St. Albert Municipal Enforcement Services (MES), were able to identify the dog and its owner. The dog is legally registered/licenced through the City of St. Albert and has been placed on a 10-day quarantine, which is a mandatory requirement through Alberta Health Services. St. Albert RCMP want to thank the public for their assistance.
At this time, the investigation has been turned over to Municipal Enforcement Services for follow-up.
St. Albert RCMP encourage the public to report any criminal or suspicious activity. Reports tell us where to look, who to look for, and where to patrol in the future. If you see a crime in progress, dial 911. If you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.
Original Release - August 18, 2025
On Aug. 14, 2025, at 7:45 PM., St. Albert RCMP responded to a call for service related to a dog bite in the Alderwood neighbourhood of St. Albert. Police were advised that a 61-year-old woman, while walking her dog, was bitten by a large black dog. The incident resulted in serious injury and hospitalization to the victim. Alberta Health Services Emergency Medical Services (EMS) attended and transported the victim to hospital, where surgical procedures were undertaken.
RCMP have attended the scene and continue conducting neighbourhood enquiries. St. Albert RCMP are asking for the public's assistance in identifying the dog that bit the woman, the young adult woman who was walking that dog and any witnesses to the incident.
The female dog walker is described:
- Between the ages of 18 to 20-years-old,
- Brown hair,
- Walking a breed of dog comparable to a black coloured Boxer.
The Boxer was larger than the victim's Golden Retriever, which also received bites to its hind legs, requiring admittance to the veterinarian.
The St. Albert RCMP is seeking the public’s assistance with any information regarding any crimes in the area. Anyone with information in relation to this incident or any other is asked to please contact the St. Albert RCMP at 780-458-7700 or your local police. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8377 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.
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Last edited: August 19, 2025