Alleged Suspects. (Image Credit: Chestermere RCMP)

By rdnewsNOW Staff

Two Suspects

Chestermere RCMP seek public assistance following break and enter and theft of cremated remains

Jan 8, 2026 | 4:35 PM

Chestermere RCMP are investigating a break and enter to a residence and seeking the public’s assistance following the theft of an urn containing cremated human ashes. 

On Jan. 6, 2026, Mounties responded to a report of a break and enter at a residence located in the Cove community of Chestermere. During the incident, police say several personal items were stolen, including a case covered in red velvet containing the ashes of a deceased loved one. RCMP say the loss of these remains has caused significant emotional distress to the family as the funeral of the deceased loved one is scheduled for Jan 17, 2026. 

While RCMP continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the break and enter and theft, police are making a compassionate appeal for the urn and ashes to be returned. Mounties believe the urn may have been taken unintentionally or discarded shortly after the break-in.

Photo of missing urn. (Image Credit: (Supplied by Chestermere RCMP))

Anyone who may have come across the urn or has information that could assist in its return is asked to come forward. The RCMP emphasize that the return of the ashes is the priority due to the scheduled funeral service.   

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Police are also seeking the public’s help in identifying two male suspects. 

Suspect 1 was wearing white sweatpants, a blue and black coat, black shoes, a black hat and gloves.

Suspect # 1 (Image Credit: (Chestermere RCMP))

Suspect 2 was wearing blue overall with yellow strips and a white construction hat. 

If you have any information regarding this break and enter, specifically the whereabouts of the remains, please contact the Chestermere RCMP at 403-204-8777 or your local police. If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” App available through the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.