Police increase reward for information regarding Rocky View County murder suspect

By John Watson Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

The RCMP has authorized a reward of up to $10,000 for information which would help in leading to the arrest of Elijah Strawberry, who remains at large following the murder of Colin Hough on Aug. 6.

A reward of $2,000 had previously been made available, which was disclosed by police, Aug. 16. This was updated as of Aug. 23. 

Alberta RCMP are now in coordination with British Columbia and Saskatchewan RCMP, along with members of the Edmonton and Calgary Police Services, Lethbridge Police Service, Alberta Law Enforcement Response Teams, and the provincial Sheriffs. 

Upon Strawberry’s arrest, the determination of the entitlement of the reward will be made by the RCMP commanding officer, in his sole discretion. The decision will be final, binding, and not reviewable by a Court of Law. 

Only persons who come forward with information which is received by the RCMP or other legitimate law enforcement agency involved in the investigation between Aug. 23 and 30 will be considered for a reward. 

Crime Stoppers is still available for tips and is offering a $2,000 reward.

Any person or persons who have information connected to Strawberry are being asked to communicate with Strathmore RCMP immediately. 

To anyone who may observe Strawberry, he is considered to be armed and dangerous, and should not be approached. Instead, the public are advised to call 911 immediately if he is seen. 

Strawberry is described as being 6-feet, 1-inch tall, approximately 169 pounds, has several arm and face tattoos, and brown hair. 

More information regarding the investigation will be released at the discretion of the RCMP.