On July 25, 2023 at approximately 1:40 a.m. Grande Prairie RCMP responded to 99 Avenue and 98 Street Sexsmith, where a person had caused the inhumane death of a dog.

Although early in the investigation, RCMP believe that this was a targeted incident against the animal. RCMP do not believe that other animals in the community are at risk.

The investigation is ongoing.

If you have any information about this investigation contact the Grande Prairie RCMP at 780-830-5700 or your local police. If you want to remain anonymous, you can 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.

Information provided by the Grande Prairie RCMP