Two Edmonton Police Services officers were attacked by surprise, then shot and killed as they responded to a domestic dispute early Thursday morning..CBC News is reporting the gunman is only 16 years old. CBC sources said the boy also shot his mother in the same incident, leaving her fighting for her life..Police Chief Dale McFee said Const. Travis Jordan, 35, and Const. Brett Ryan, 30, were approaching a suite after being called to a family dispute about 12:47 a.m.. Dead officersBrett Ryan and Travis Jordan .McFee said the officers were suddenly fired upon before they had a chance to even draw their weapons..The killer, described as a "young man" then committed suicide. A woman relative inside the suite, in the area of 114 Ave. and 132 St., was rushed to hospital in critical condition..Fellow officers placed their wounded comrades in police cars and frantically tried to save their lives as they were being rushed to hospital, but they were pronounced dead on arrival..At the same time as a morning press conference, EPS officers, paramedics and members of the fire department formed an honour escort to the medical examiner's office.. EPS command stationEPS command station ."This is an unthinkable and horrific tragedy," said McFee.."Their lives and sacrifices will not be forgotten.".Jordan was an eight-year veteran of the EPS, Ryan a five and-a-half year veteran..Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Public Safety Minister Mike Ellis expressed their shock at the slayings.. EPS honour guard near the medical examiner's officeEPS honour guard near the medical examiner's office ."Today, the province mourns the loss of two police officers killed in the line of duty. On behalf of the Government of Alberta, we extend our deepest sympathies to the family, friends and colleagues of Const. Travis Jordan and Const. Brett Ryan.".“Every day, police officers across Alberta put on their uniforms to step up to protect and serve our communities. The sudden and tragic deaths of these two Edmonton Police Service officers remind us again of the dangers police officers constantly face to ensure the safety of Albertans.".“The province is here to support the Edmonton Police Service during this tragic loss. To honour the service and dedication of these lost officers, the flags at the legislature will be lowered to half-mast.".Prime Minister Justin Trudeau expressed his sorrow.."Every day, police officers put themselves in harm’s way to keep people safe. The news that two @EdmontonPolice officers have been killed in the line of duty reminds us of that reality. I’m sending my condolences to the officers’ loved ones and colleagues — we’re here for you," Trudeau tweeted.."No words can describe what our members & their families are feeling at this moment. Our entire service & community are mourning & I’m devastated," tweeted Staff Sgt. Michael Elliott, head of the Edmonton Police Association..Federal Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre also tweeted his condolences.."We mourn with the families and colleagues of two police officers killed in the line of duty in Edmonton this morning. Never take for granted that our law enforcement put their lives on the line every single day to keep our communities safe," he tweeted..Alberta NDP leader Rachel Notley tweeted: "We are shocked and saddened to hear of the horrific shootings that took place this morning. As we await information, our thoughts are with all who have been touched by this awful tragedy, including the families, loved ones and colleagues of two fallen Edmonton police officers.".Streets still remain blocked in the area..The last Edmonton city police officer killed in the line of duty was Const. Daniel Woodall on June 8, 2015..More to come...
Two Edmonton Police Services officers were attacked by surprise, then shot and killed as they responded to a domestic dispute early Thursday morning..CBC News is reporting the gunman is only 16 years old. CBC sources said the boy also shot his mother in the same incident, leaving her fighting for her life..Police Chief Dale McFee said Const. Travis Jordan, 35, and Const. Brett Ryan, 30, were approaching a suite after being called to a family dispute about 12:47 a.m.. Dead officersBrett Ryan and Travis Jordan .McFee said the officers were suddenly fired upon before they had a chance to even draw their weapons..The killer, described as a "young man" then committed suicide. A woman relative inside the suite, in the area of 114 Ave. and 132 St., was rushed to hospital in critical condition..Fellow officers placed their wounded comrades in police cars and frantically tried to save their lives as they were being rushed to hospital, but they were pronounced dead on arrival..At the same time as a morning press conference, EPS officers, paramedics and members of the fire department formed an honour escort to the medical examiner's office.. EPS command stationEPS command station ."This is an unthinkable and horrific tragedy," said McFee.."Their lives and sacrifices will not be forgotten.".Jordan was an eight-year veteran of the EPS, Ryan a five and-a-half year veteran..Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Public Safety Minister Mike Ellis expressed their shock at the slayings.. EPS honour guard near the medical examiner's officeEPS honour guard near the medical examiner's office ."Today, the province mourns the loss of two police officers killed in the line of duty. On behalf of the Government of Alberta, we extend our deepest sympathies to the family, friends and colleagues of Const. Travis Jordan and Const. Brett Ryan.".“Every day, police officers across Alberta put on their uniforms to step up to protect and serve our communities. The sudden and tragic deaths of these two Edmonton Police Service officers remind us again of the dangers police officers constantly face to ensure the safety of Albertans.".“The province is here to support the Edmonton Police Service during this tragic loss. To honour the service and dedication of these lost officers, the flags at the legislature will be lowered to half-mast.".Prime Minister Justin Trudeau expressed his sorrow.."Every day, police officers put themselves in harm’s way to keep people safe. The news that two @EdmontonPolice officers have been killed in the line of duty reminds us of that reality. I’m sending my condolences to the officers’ loved ones and colleagues — we’re here for you," Trudeau tweeted.."No words can describe what our members & their families are feeling at this moment. Our entire service & community are mourning & I’m devastated," tweeted Staff Sgt. Michael Elliott, head of the Edmonton Police Association..Federal Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre also tweeted his condolences.."We mourn with the families and colleagues of two police officers killed in the line of duty in Edmonton this morning. Never take for granted that our law enforcement put their lives on the line every single day to keep our communities safe," he tweeted..Alberta NDP leader Rachel Notley tweeted: "We are shocked and saddened to hear of the horrific shootings that took place this morning. As we await information, our thoughts are with all who have been touched by this awful tragedy, including the families, loved ones and colleagues of two fallen Edmonton police officers.".Streets still remain blocked in the area..The last Edmonton city police officer killed in the line of duty was Const. Daniel Woodall on June 8, 2015..More to come...