On July 20, 2025, just after 8 p.m., Killam RCMP responded to a call to assist EMS near the Hardisty Rodeo Grounds with an unresponsive male youth who fell out of the back of a pickup truck. The 17-year-old male was transported to the hospital by EMS for head-related injuries. RCMP later learned that the youth did not survive. The cause of death is still under investigation.

Killam RCMP sends their condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.

Killam RCMP is seeking the public’s assistance regarding this incident. Anyone who was at the Hardisty Rodeo Grounds on July 20, 2025, and may have witnessed something in relation to this incident is asked to please come forth. Furthermore, anyone with footage, be it phone, surveillance or dashcam, of the Hardisty Rodeo Grounds and surroundings area and roads, between 7 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. on the same day is asked to review the footage and submit anything that may be of importance.

Anyone with information can contact the Killam RCMP at 780-385-3502. 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. To contact RCMP non-emergency line within any Alberta RCMP Jurisdiction call 310-RCMP(7267).