The search for Parker has been deeply distressing for many people across Calgary. Support is available for anyone who needs it through the Calgary Police Service Victim Assistance Support Team (VAST).
VAST offers free support, information & referrals to victims of crime & tragedy. Anyone seeking assistance can contact VAST at 403-428-8398 or toll-free at 1-888-327-7828. Thank you to the VAST staff, volunteers & trauma dogs for the care & compassion they have provided to Calgary residents during this difficult time.
ℹ️ Learn more about VAST on the Calgary Police Service website: https://t.co/fkO1DLyrnq.
In addition to VAST, free, confidential support is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week through 211, which connects individuals to community, social & mental health resources. If you need help, call or text 211 or visit 211 Alberta: https://t.co/JKK3HXVJwC.
Information?
☎️ CPS: 403-266-1234
🛑 @stopcrimeyyc
📞 @MCSCanada: 1-800-661-6160 | https://t.co/JXtsTsf3fr
📲 MCSC rescu: https://t.co/VyYpWzXyRV
⚖ Case #: CA26318270 | 3955
Today, we honoured & celebrated the incredible Henry (Hank) Jackson, who turned 105 years young! 🎉
👮♂️ Hank’s journey has been nothing short of extraordinary, marked by his dedicated service as a police officer & his unwavering commitment to his community.
A remarkable piece of history: Hank is the last member of the Calgary Police Service who actively fought in the Second World War. 👏
Happy birthday, Hank! Here’s to many more years filled with health, happiness & cherished moments.
🔵 CHARGES LAID 🔵
Ongoing investigative efforts into predatory towing practices has resulted in 1 Calgary man being charged with multiple counts of fraud & possession of property obtained by crime.
📍 In December of 2025, police received reports from 2 insurance companies in relation to suspected fraudulent activity by 2 tow truck companies owned by the same person, operating under the names of Southway Towing & Country Side Towing.
It was alleged that the insurance companies had made multiple attempts to contact the tow truck operators to arrange payment & recover nine vehicles stored on their property but received either no response or significant delays. As a result, the insurance companies were issued invoices that included charges for services not provided & excessively high fees.
Investigators believed this behaviour to be consistent with predatory towing practices & launched an investigation.
After working closely with insurance providers & third-party companies, police conducted a search warrant at a residence in the 5000 block of 80 Avenue N.E., and 9 vehicles were seized.
📌 As a result of the investigation, Hassan Ashraf ZAHRAN, 25, of Calgary has been charged with 9 counts of fraud over $5000, 1 count of possession of property obtained by crime over $5000, 1 count of possession of property obtained by crime under $5000, and 1 count of mischief under $5000.
ZAHRAN will next appear in court on Wednesday, Feb.18, 2026.
We continue to work with The City of Calgary to enforce newly amended traffic & street bylaws that help control & deter predatory tow truck operators at collision sites.
🚨 Motorists who are feeling pressured by tow truck drivers are reminded that:
🔹 Legitimate tow truck companies will not use high-pressure or fear-based tactics & they will not charge exorbitant prices or additional fees on top of the tow cost.
🔹 If you are involved in a collision and require a tow, wait for first responders to arrive on scene before agreeing to have your vehicle towed.
🔹 Law enforcement agencies usually have existing partnerships with tow trucking companies. The CPS will facilitate tows for serious-injury and fatal collisions.
🔹 For non-injury collisions, people can choose to use a tow truck company of their choice if they do not wish to use a partner agency of CPS. Be sure to take a photo of the vehicle towing your vehicle & the licence plate of the vehicle.
Anyone with information about this or similar incidents is asked to contact police by calling the non-emergency number.
Information?
☎️ CPS: 403-266-1234
🛑 @stopcrimeyyc
⚖ Case #: CA25529788 | 5876
🌐 https://t.co/lFduIOP0ap
🟡 LOCATED 🟡
Kevin Laurie KOTKAS, who was wanted on several warrants, including sexual assault, unlawful confinement & assault by choking, has been located.
We thank the media & the public for their assistance.
⚖ Case #: CA21224504 | 4910
We are asking for help from the public to locate this truck and driver in relation to house fires that occurred in southeast Calgary on Nov. 2, 2019. Anyone with information is asked to contact us at 403-266-1234 or anonymously @CanStopCrime. #yyc https://t.co/vylTueSlQ3