Strathcona County RCMP arrest male for several robberies
Between Oct. 24, 2024, and Jan. 8, 2025, Strathcona County RCMP responded to a series of five robbery incidents involving a masked suspect. The robberies occurred at the 7-Eleven locations on Clover Bar Road and Wye Road, and the Circle K convenience store on Ridgemont Way in Sherwood Park. In December 2024, two additional robberies occurred at 7-Eleven locations in Edmonton and were initially investigated by the Edmonton Police Service (EPS).
Through strong co-operation and information sharing between the RCMP and EPS Robbery Unit, these incidents were determined to be connected. In each case, the suspect stole cigarettes before fleeing either on foot or in a vehicle. Fortunately, no employees were physically harmed during the robberies and a suspect was identified.
On Jan. 24, 2025, Strathcona County RCMP GIS, Strathcona County RCMP Crime Reduction Unit and RCMP Police Dog Service executed a residential search warrant in rural Strathcona County and arrested the suspect.
Mitchell Stuart MacKenzie, a 26-year-old resident of Sherwood Park, is facing the following charges:
- Robbery (x5)
- Disguise with intent (x2)
- Fail to comply (x2)
Following a Judicial Interim Release Hearing, Mitchell MacKenzie was remanded into custody to appear in Alberta Court of Justice in Sherwood Park on Jan. 29, 2025.
RCMP is committed to enhancing public safety through strong collaboration with various law enforcement agencies. These collaborations enable sharing of intelligence, resources, and specialized expertise, allowing for a more coordinated response to crime. If you have information regarding this event or any other suspicious or illegal activity please contact Strathcona County RCMP at 780-467-7741. If you wish 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. To report crime online, or for access to RCMP news and information, download the Alberta RCMP app through Apple or Google Play.
Cst. Chantelle Kelly
Public Information Officer
Strathcona County RCMP
