Man dead after altercation downtown; police looking for witness who recorded dispute

Police cruiser lights in the daytime. (Credit: CityNews/James Rinn)

By News Staff

Posted April 1, 2023 12:33 pm.

Edmonton police say a man is dead following an altercation downtown on Friday afternoon.

Officers reportedly responded to multiple reports of a disturbance at Jasper Avenue and 100 Street shortly before 1 p.m.

Police say they arrived to find an injured, unresponsive man. He was taken to hospital, where he was declared dead. An autopsy has not been scheduled yet.

A 50-year-old man was taken into custody.

Police were told a witness recorded the altercation prior to police’s arrival. Investigators are asking that person – and any other potential witnesses – to come forward.

The EPS homicide division has taken over the investigation.

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