Sparwood Resident Charged With Manslaughter in Death of 49-Year-Old Man

A Sparwood resident has been charged with manslaughter in the death of a 49-year-old man nearly a year ago, according to the RCMP. Police said Tracy Erickson of Sparwood was arrested on October 28, 2026, and has been charged with one count of manslaughter.

Death reported on Aspen Drive

Elk Valley RCMP were called on November 2, 2025, after a report that a 49-year-old man had died in the 100 block of Aspen Drive in Sparwood, police said. Because of the circumstances surrounding the death, the Southeast District Major Crime Unit took over the investigation.

The RCMP did not name the man who died.

Police thank public and partners

Sgt. Simon Caruth of the Southeast District Major Crime Unit said the charge followed a lengthy investigation.

"This charge is the result of an extensive investigation by our officers and policing partners," Caruth said. "We would like to thank the public for the information provided throughout this investigation, as well as our policing partners whose support was invaluable."

Investigators also credited the following units for their work on the case:

• Elk Valley RCMP
• British Columbia Highway Patrol
• RCMP Forensic Identification Section

Case now before the courts

The charge is an allegation and has not been proven in court. Police said no further details will be released at this time because the matter is now before the courts.

The RCMP file number for the investigation is 2025E-19715. Media inquiries are directed to Cpl. Brett Urano, Division Media Relations Officer with BC RCMP Communication Services, at 778-290-4006 or [email protected].