Mitchel Brandon, 32, of Lethbridge, is wanted in connection to a shooting in Brandon. (Photo: Piikani Nation RCMP)

By David Opinko

Suspect wanted following shooting in Brocket

Jul 8, 2024 | 3:29 PM

BROCKET, AB – The RCMP is asking for the public’s help in locating a suspect.

At approximately 7:20 a.m. on Wednesday, July 3, 2024, the Piikani Nation RCMP received reports of shots being fired in the Brocket townsite.

Shortly afterward, officers say they found a man with a gunshot wound on his foot.

The suspect has been identified as Mitchel Brandon, 32, of Lethbridge.

Brandon is described as 5’6″, 170 lbs, and has a fair complexion, brown hair and blue eyes. He was last seen wearing all black clothing, including a Helly Hansen jacket and a Chicago Bulls hat.

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He faces 11 charges, including

• Aggravated assault
• Discharge firearm with intent
• Careless use of a firearm
• Pointing a firearm
• Possession of a firearm in a motor vehicle
• Using a firearm in the commission of an offence
• Firearms possession contrary to order (x3)
• Possession of a firearm while unauthorized
• Driving while prohibited

The RCMP believes the suspect was driving a 1996 white Chevrolet Suburban K2500 with the Alberta license plate CAC 453.

Surveillance footage of the vehicle believed to be involved. (Photo: Piikani Nation RCMP)

Surveillance image of a suspect wanted in connection to a shooting in Brocket. (Photo: Piikani Nation RCMP)

Anyone who has seen Brandon or knows of his whereabouts is asked to call the Piikani Nation RCMP at 403-965-2000. Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, online at P3Tips.com, or by using the P3 Tips mobile app.

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