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RCMP

Manslaughter charges laid in Valleyview stabbing investigation

Nov 7, 2026 | 4:49 PM

Valleyview RCMP have one suspect in custody after responding to an alleged stabbing at a residence Friday morning (Nov. 6).

Mounties say they attended the scene alongside EMS at 5:37 a.m. and, despite life-saving efforts, the victim succumbed to his injuries and was declared dead at the scene.

RCMP’s Major Crimes Unit then took over the investigation, and an arrest was made.

Eighteen-year-old Darcy Kappo of Sturgeon Lake First Nation was arrested on one count of manslaughter.

An autopsy has been scheduled for Monday, Nov. 9, in Edmonton, and Kappo will first appear in court Nov. 19.

RCMP thanked the public for their “assistance and timely tips which allowed for a coordinated effort by Valleyview RCMP, Western Alberta District General Investigation Section and Police Dog Services.”