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Community Alert: Attempted Murder Suspect Wanted Near High Prairie

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RCMP crime scene and attempted murder investigation in Kapawe'no First Nation near High Prairie, Alberta

High Prairie RCMP have issued an arrest warrant after a May 15, 2026 shooting in Kapawe'no First Nation, Alberta.

Community Alert: Attempted Murder Suspect Wanted Near High Prairie

On the evening of May 15, 2026, a violent confrontation involving firearms occurred in a cul-de-sac in Kapawe’no First Nation, Alberta, near High Prairie. Two people who knew each other reportedly exchanged gunfire, and one of them was shot and collapsed a short distance away. Witnesses and responding RCMP officers provided first aid until EMS transported the victim to hospital with life-threatening injuries.

Following the incident, investigators with High Prairie RCMP identified the other person involved, who left the scene by vehicle and has not yet been arrested. An arrest warrant has been issued for 35-year-old Lucas Zane Auger of Driftpile, Alberta, in connection with this attempted murder investigation. He is believed to be armed, and police are asking the public to report any information on his whereabouts immediately. For broader local context on crime and safety trends, residents can review the High Prairie, Alberta crime statistics and safety data.

Official Incident Details

Around 6:00 p.m. on May 15, 2026, High Prairie RCMP responded to reports of shots fired in a cul-de-sac in Kapawe’no First Nation. Two individuals who were known to each other reportedly fired at one another. One man was hit, collapsed nearby, and received emergency care from bystanders and RCMP before being transported by EMS with life-threatening injuries.

Police recovered a firearm from the injured individual. The weapon was described as a handgun modified for automatic fire, equipped with a magazine holding approximately 33 rounds, and bearing a defaced serial number.

Through their investigation, High Prairie RCMP identified the man who left the scene by vehicle as Lucas Zane Auger (35), a resident of Driftpile, Alberta. An arrest warrant has been obtained, and he faces the following charges:

Public Assistance Requested: Lucas Zane Auger remains at large and is considered armed. The public is strongly advised not to approach him. If you see him or have any information regarding his current location, contact:

For non-emergency matters in any Alberta RCMP jurisdiction, residents can call the province-wide non-emergency line at 310-RCMP (7267). The Alberta RCMP app is also available on Apple and Google Play for online crime reporting and news updates related to incidents such as this one.

CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective

From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, this incident underscores the serious community risk posed by disputes that escalate into gun violence, particularly when modified or prohibited firearms are involved. A single confrontation, such as this one in Kapawe’no First Nation near High Prairie, can endanger bystanders and strain emergency services. Monitoring local crime patterns through tools like our High Prairie crime statistics and safety report helps residents understand trends, but day-to-day safety still depends heavily on community vigilance and timely reporting.

CrimeCanada.ca encourages residents across Alberta to report gunfire, suspicious weapons activity, or escalating disputes to police as early as possible. If you know someone is subject to a firearms prohibition, any possession of a weapon should be reported. When a suspect is considered armed and at large, as in this case, do not attempt to intervene yourself—contact High Prairie RCMP at 780-523-3378 or submit an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. Our mission is to support safer communities by connecting official police information with practical, accessible safety guidance for families, businesses, and local leaders.

Official Source & Community Safety

This safety alert is based on an official release from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). CrimeCanada.ca aggregates and analyzes this data to keep the alberta community informed, aware, and safe. We are an independent safety data aggregator and not the original creators of the underlying incident report.

Read the full official release here: RCMP Official Statement.

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