Homicide Near Slave Lake: Alberta RCMP Lay Second-Degree Murder Charge in Ongoing Investigation

Community Safety Alert for Slave Lake and Area

The Alberta RCMP Major Crimes Unit has made another arrest in connection with a homicide investigation near Slave Lake, Alberta. On March 12, 2026, officers took a 40-year-old man into custody in the Peace River area as part of their continuing efforts to resolve this serious violent crime.

The accused, a resident of Whitefish Lake First Nation, is now facing a charge of second-degree murder and remains detained while the court process moves forward. The investigation is still active, and police continue to examine all circumstances surrounding the homicide. For residents seeking broader context on local crime trends, you can review Slave Lake crime statistics and community safety data on CrimeCanada.ca.

Official RCMP Details

According to information released by Alberta RCMP, the latest investigative steps have led to a significant development in this homicide case.

Arrest and Coordination

• On March 12, 2026, members of the Alberta RCMP Major Crimes Unit arrested Jordan Laboucan in Peace River, Alberta.
• The arrest was carried out with support from the Peace Regional RCMP Detachment, as well as Alberta RCMP’s Western Alberta District General Investigation Section and Crime Reduction Teams.

Accused Information and Charge

• Name: Jordan Laboucan
• Age: 40 years old
• Residence: Whitefish Lake First Nation, Alberta
• Charge:
  • One count of Second Degree Murder

Court and Custody Status

• Jordan Laboucan has been remanded in police custody.
• His next scheduled court appearance is set for March 18, 2026, at the Alberta Court of Justice in Slave Lake.

The Alberta RCMP confirm that this homicide investigation remains ongoing. No additional investigative details, including the identity of the victim or further case specifics, were released in this update.

CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective

At CrimeCanada.ca, we highlight homicide investigations like this one near Slave Lake because they reflect the most serious forms of violence affecting community safety in Alberta. When a second-degree murder charge is laid, it signals a significant step forward in an investigation, but it also underscores the long-term impact such crimes have on families, witnesses, and the broader community.

Residents in Slave Lake and surrounding areas, including nearby rural jurisdictions such as Lesser Slave River No. 124, are encouraged to stay informed about local crime patterns, report suspicious or violent behaviour to police promptly, and seek support services if they have been affected by serious crime. While police have not issued a public request for assistance in this particular update, community members should continue to cooperate with lawful police inquiries and avoid sharing unverified information online that could interfere with ongoing proceedings. Our mission is to provide clear, data-informed context so communities can respond to violent incidents with awareness, caution, and support for those impacted.

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.