West Edmonton shooting leaves 39-year-old man dead; EPS homicide seeks witnesses
West Edmonton shooting: 39-year-old man killed near 112 Ave and 149 St on July 28, 2026. EPS homicide seeks witnesses, requests dash-cam footage and video.
A 39-year-old man died after an apparent shooting at a west Edmonton business on Tuesday morning, police said. The west Edmonton shooting occurred near 112 Avenue and 149 Street on July 28, 2026, when west branch patrol officers responded to a report at 11:35 a.m. Emergency crews transported the injured man to hospital, where he later died.
Police respond to shooting near 112 Avenue and 149 Street
West branch patrol officers attended the scene following a 911 call and located the injured man at the business, Edmonton Police Service said in a news release. Officers and paramedics provided urgent care on site before the man was taken to hospital. The area was secured while investigators and forensic technicians began an initial examination.
Victim treated at hospital; autopsy scheduled
Emergency medical personnel treated the man before transport, and hospital staff later pronounced him deceased, EPS confirmed. An autopsy was scheduled for Wednesday, July 29, 2026, to determine the exact cause and manner of death. Police have not released the victim’s name pending family notification and confirmation of identity.
EPS homicide section assumes lead on investigation
The EPS homicide section has taken over the investigation and officers have started a formal homicide probe, the release said. Investigators are processing the scene, collecting evidence and reviewing any available surveillance footage from nearby properties. No further details about a motive or potential connections have been released as detectives continue to piece together what occurred.
Suspect seen fleeing on foot; timeline narrowed to late morning
Witnesses reported seeing a man fleeing the area on foot around the time of the shooting, investigators said, and police are treating that sighting as significant to the case. Detectives have narrowed the critical window to between 11 a.m. and noon on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, and are reconstructing movements in the neighbourhood. Officers are canvassing for additional witnesses and footage to establish the suspect’s direction of travel.
Police request dash-cam and surveillance footage from motorists and businesses
EPS is asking anyone with dash-cameras active in the area during the late-morning time frame to review their footage and contact police if they observe anything suspicious. Members of the public who were in the vicinity of 112 Avenue and 149 Street between 11 a.m. and noon on July 28 are urged to check home security and business cameras as well. Anyone with relevant footage or information is asked to call police at 780-423-4567 and reference the homicide investigation.
Businesses in the area cooperate as police investigate
Owners and staff at nearby businesses told investigators they were shaken by the shooting and have been cooperating with canvassers and officers on scene. Some establishments temporarily closed while police maintained a presence and preserved evidence, and patrols in the area were increased after the incident. City officials and community groups signalled concern about public safety, urging residents to report information that could assist investigators.
Investigative steps and community appeals continue
Detectives will continue to review available video, interview witnesses and follow forensic leads as the homicide probe progresses. The scheduled autopsy will be an important step to confirm the cause of death and help establish a timeline for investigators. Police reiterated that even small details — a vehicle description, a partial licence plate, or a timestamped dash-cam clip — can be crucial in homicide investigations.
Police have not reported any arrests in connection with the west Edmonton shooting and emphasized the ongoing nature of the inquiry. Residents with information are asked to contact EPS at 780-423-4567 or, if they wish to remain anonymous, to use Crime Stoppers. The homicide section said it will provide updates when there are substantive developments in the case.
