Manhunt continues for man wanted in roadside killing north of Calgary

Elijah Strawberry is considered armed and dangerous. If seen do not approach and dial 911 immediately.
Elijah Strawberry is considered armed and dangerous. If seen do not approach and dial 911 immediately.
Distinctive tattoos on alleged killer Elijah Strawberry's left face.
Distinctive tattoos on alleged killer Elijah Strawberry's right hand.
Distinctive tattoos on alleged killer Elijah Strawberry's right forehead.
Distinctive tattoos on alleged killer Elijah Strawberry's left hand.

The Alberta RCMP continue to search for Elijah Blake Strawberry, 28, who allegedly murdered Airdrie resident Colin Hough.

Strawberry remains at large, and has a $10,000 reward on his head.

In order to facilitate this search, the RCMP says it continues to employ a dedicated team of trained investigators whose sole purpose is to locate and safely arrest this suspect. This week our investigative team as well as other support units were in the Red Deer area following up on investigational leads.

"We conducted searches of several locations without success," it said in statement released Friday. "We remain confident that Strawberry remains in Alberta and ask Albertans to remain vigilant."

Any person or persons having information regarding Elijah Blake Strawberry are asked to communicate that information immediately to the Strathmore RCMP at 403-934-3535 or call 911.

Know that any tips received from the public will be actively investigated.

RCMP have released a higher quality photo of Strawberry. 

Elijah Strawberry is described as:

  • Light complexion;
  • 6 feet 1 inch tall;
  • 169 pounds;
  • Brown Hair;
  • Several Tattoos. The most recognizable of these tattoos include: “Trust” on left  hand, “Honour and Loyalty” on right hand, X’s and cobweb on right forehead, geometric lines on left neck and face that extend onto his forehead.

Crime stoppers is still available for tips and are offering a $2,000 reward. you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the "P3 Tips" app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store. To report crime online, or for access to RCMP news and information, download the Alberta RCMP app through Apple or Google Play.

Elijah Strawberry is considered armed and dangerous. If seen do not approach - dial 911 immediately.

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