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A Sedgewick man faces multiple charges after an indecent act was reported in downtown Killam on Dec. 6, according to RCMP.

Man charged after indecent act reported in downtown Killam

December 17, 2025
Breeze Content | Alberta RCMP

Killam RCMP have charged a Sedgewick man following an indecent act reported in downtown Killam earlier this month.

Police say the incident occurred on Dec. 6 at approximately 11:30 a.m. on 50 Street, when a woman returned to her vehicle after shopping and observed a man committing an indecent act.

RCMP investigated the complaint and were able to identify and arrest the suspect.

Gannen Stanyer, 21, of Sedgewick, has been charged with an indecent act, indecent exhibition, nudity, breach of a probation order related to prior indecent acts, and dangerous operation of a motor vehicle.

Stanyer was brought before a justice of the peace and released on conditions. He is scheduled to appear in Alberta Court of Justice in Killam on Jan. 6.

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View approximate locations of thefts, break and enters, missing persons and high-crime areas in Alberta using the RCMP Crime Map at https://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/en/crime-map.

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Cash rewards of up to $2,000 may be available for tips leading to an arrest. Higher payouts apply to serious crimes such as murder, sexual assault, drug and weapon seizures, and human trafficking.

Tips can be shared by calling 1-800-222-8477 or by submitting a tip online at https://www.p3tips.com.

Online crime reporting (under $5,000)

Victims of property crime such as theft or vandalism under $5,000 can file a report at any time using the RCMP online crime reporting system at https://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/en/report-crime.

Information about illegal activity can also be shared with local detachments:

Pincher Creek RCMP – 403-627-6000
Crowsnest Pass RCMP – 403-562-2866
Piikani Nation RCMP – 403-965-2000

A full list of Alberta RCMP detachments is available at https://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/en/alberta-detachments, and RCMP detachments across Canada can be found at https://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/en/detachments.

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A Sedgewick man faces multiple charges after an indecent act was reported in downtown Killam on Dec. 6, according to RCMP.

Man charged after indecent act reported in downtown Killam

December 17, 2025
Breeze Content | Alberta RCMP

Killam RCMP have charged a Sedgewick man following an indecent act reported in downtown Killam earlier this month.

Police say the incident occurred on Dec. 6 at approximately 11:30 a.m. on 50 Street, when a woman returned to her vehicle after shopping and observed a man committing an indecent act.

RCMP investigated the complaint and were able to identify and arrest the suspect.

Gannen Stanyer, 21, of Sedgewick, has been charged with an indecent act, indecent exhibition, nudity, breach of a probation order related to prior indecent acts, and dangerous operation of a motor vehicle.

Stanyer was brought before a justice of the peace and released on conditions. He is scheduled to appear in Alberta Court of Justice in Killam on Jan. 6.

Read more from Alberta RCMP

Missing persons, crime, accidents, fire, death investigations and more.

https://shootinthebreeze.ca/category/alberta-rcmp-and-police

RCMP Crime Map

View approximate locations of thefts, break and enters, missing persons and high-crime areas in Alberta using the RCMP Crime Map at https://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/en/crime-map.

If you see a crime in progress or need police assistance in an emergency, call 911.

Anonymous reporting through Crime Stoppers and cash rewards

Crime Stoppers allows tip sharing without disclosing personal information. An ID number and password are provided to follow up on tip status or add details.

Cash rewards of up to $2,000 may be available for tips leading to an arrest. Higher payouts apply to serious crimes such as murder, sexual assault, drug and weapon seizures, and human trafficking.

Tips can be shared by calling 1-800-222-8477 or by submitting a tip online at https://www.p3tips.com.

Online crime reporting (under $5,000)

Victims of property crime such as theft or vandalism under $5,000 can file a report at any time using the RCMP online crime reporting system at https://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/en/report-crime.

Information about illegal activity can also be shared with local detachments:

Pincher Creek RCMP – 403-627-6000
Crowsnest Pass RCMP – 403-562-2866
Piikani Nation RCMP – 403-965-2000

A full list of Alberta RCMP detachments is available at https://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/en/alberta-detachments, and RCMP detachments across Canada can be found at https://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/en/detachments.

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