On Saturday, Aug. 13, 2022, the Maskwacis RCMP responded to a call for service on the Samson Cree Nation where a female reported being kidnapped by multiple individuals and held against her will. The female was forced into a vehicle, threatened with her life, and a firearm was held to her head. After some time, the female was able to break free from being restrained and fled to safety. The female was treated for minor injuries and is expected to make a full recovery.
As the investigation unfolded, the police were able to identify three suspects quickly and two were into custody.
A 30-year-old individual, and a 37-year-old individual, both from the Samson Cree Nation, were charged with the following:
- Kidnapping with a firearm
- Forcible confinement
- Uttering threats
The 30-year-old individual faces additional charges of pointing a firearm, unauthorized possession of a firearm, and possession of a firearm while prohibited.
The Maskwacis RCMP are requesting the public's assistance in locating the third and final suspect, Alexandra Raine, a 24-year-old female from the Maskwacis area. An arrest warrant has been issued for Raine who is facing charges including the following:
- Kidnapping with a firearm
- Forcible confinement
- Robbery
- Uttering threats
- Assault
Raine is known to frequent the area of Maskwacis, but also the City of Wetaskiwin and the City of Edmonton.
If you have any information in regards to Raines whereabouts, please contact the Maskwacis RCMP at (780) 585-4600. 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.