MEDICINE HAT
POLICE SERVICE

MEDIA RELEASE

06-028925
Media Interest
2006-11-16 18:30 -
ASSIST - PUBLIC- WANTED: Tyler Leeder
150-200 UPLAND DR SE

Text Release Date and Time: 2006-11-19 10

VIEW PHOTO OF LEEDER

Update: The Medicine Hat Police Service is requesting the public's assistance in the capture of Tyler LEEDER. As a result of the November 16, 2006 incident LEEDER is now wanted on additional charges of Criminal negligence causing bodily harm, Dangerous driving causing bodily harm, Attempted aggravated assault, Escape lawful custody and Fail to remain at the scene of an accident under the Criminal Code.

LEEDER has changed his appearance somewhat and has altered his facial hair appearance and color of his hair. He is to be considered dangerous so if seen please call either Medicine Hat Police Service or RCMP. Do not approach or attempt to apprehend. You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8466 or on their website at www.mhcrimestoppers.ca.
Text Release Date and Time: 2006-11-16 18

The Medicine Hat Police is requesting the public assistance in the capture of Tyler LEEDER who is wanted in connection with numerous property offences, dangerous driving and an assault on a police officer that occurred November 16, 2006.

On November 16, 2006 at 1:00pm the Medicine Hat Police attended to the 100 block of Upland Dr SE. in an attempt to arrest Tyler LEEDER. LEEDER was able to evade capture in a newer model Dodge 2500 white pick up truck. He made good his escape by ramming into two parked vehicles narrowly missing a police officer and causing thousands of dollars in property damage. At the time of the incident one police officer received minor injury, was treated and was later released from hospital.

LEEDER is considered to be dangerous.

If spotted please telephone your nearest police department or local RCMP detachment.

This is the only information available at this time. Any further inquiries can be directed to Sgt Youngman on November 17, 2006.

S/Sgt Randy Teel