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Two people killed in Alberta shooting, suspect arrested

The RCMP logo is seen outside the force's 'E' division headquarters in Surrey, B.C., Thursday, March 16, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck
Editor’s Note: This story has been adjusted to correct the spelling of the suspect’s last name. The RCMP previously named the suspect as Curtis Halliday, but the proper spelling is Curtis Halladay. 

Two people have been killed in a targeted double homicide outside Grande Prairie, Alberta, RCMP confirm.

Alberta RCMP have arrested 42-year-old Curtis Halladay, in relation to a Dangerous Person Alert for northwestern Alberta, warning the public to be on high alert for an armed and extremely dangerous man.

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RCMP say Halladay went on the run in a black 2022 Ford F-350 and was later found in a rural area northwest of Grande Prairie. Authorities say there is no ongoing risk to the community.

Police have not released further details about the circumstances of the shooting or Halladay’s relationship with the victims.

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Halladay is described as six-foot-three, Caucasian, with brown hair and brown eyes.

There is no ongoing threat to public safety now.

RCMP are urging residents with any information to contact authorities. More information to come.

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