RCMP Major Crimes Unit investigating deadly altercation
One person is deceased after a Sept 27 altercation in Jasper. The Alberta RCMP's Major Crimes Unit is investigating. // Bob Covey
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Saturday, September 27, 2025
RCMP Major Crimes Unit investigating deadly altercation

UPDATED 3:30 p.m. September 27

The RCMP Major Crimes Unit is investigating a deadly altercation outside of the Jasper Legion.

On September 27 at 1:17 a.m., Jasper RCMP responded to an altercation in the parking lot of the Jasper Legion. Upon arrival, a male was located on the ground, requiring medical attention.

Emergency responders were called to the scene, where they pronounced the male deceased.

A second male was taken into custody and the investigation is ongoing, RCMP said in a statement on Saturday afternoon.

Investigators on-scene at The Jasper Legion Saturday, September 27. // Bob Covey

“Alberta RCMP Major Crimes Unit has taken carriage of the investigation and the Edson RCMP Forensic Identification Section has been called into assist,” according to RCMP.

An update is anticipated once more information becomes available.

Jasper Local staff // info@thejasperlocal.com

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