Edmonton police investigating after man found on fire at Jasper Avenue

The intersection of 112 Street and Jasper Avenue on Aug. 25, 2025. (Matt Battochio, CityNews)

By News Staff

Posted August 25, 2025 4:38 pm.

Last Updated August 25, 2025 4:39 pm.

Edmonton police say they are investigating after a man was found on fire early Monday morning in central Edmonton.

Police responded to a call to assist Edmonton Fire Rescue Services around 2:37 a.m., near 112 Street and Jasper Avenue.

They say the man was found near a dumpster. He was transported to hospital with life-threatening injuries.

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