Update - Edgemont Fatal Altercation

A woman is recovering following an altercation that occurred last week in the northwest community of Edgemont, which resulted in the death of one man.

At approximately 4:15 p.m., on Friday, Jan. 9, 2026, we were called to the 0 to 100 block of Edgemont Court N.W., for reports of an altercation inside a residence. Upon arrival, police located a man in his 40s in medical distress, as well as a woman in her 30s who had sustained injuries. The man was pronounced deceased on scene and the woman was transported to hospital in stable condition. A witness was also located at the scene who was uninjured.

After a thorough investigation, police believe that the man had lured the woman to the residence under a false pretence of a property showing. While in the residence, the man attacked the woman without provocation. An altercation ensued, which resulted in the death of the man. The woman was able to escape the residence and get the attention of neighbours, who called 911.

The man and woman were not involved in a domestic relationship.

An autopsy was conducted today, Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2026, by The Office of the Chief Medical, which identified the man as 48-year-old Shahbaz AHMED.

As investigators have determined that the woman was acting in self-defence, AHMED’s death has been deemed a non-culpable homicide and no charges will be laid in this incident.

“An incident of this nature is extremely rare and deeply unsettling for the victim, her family and all Calgarians,” says Acting Staff Sergeant Scott Guterson of the CPS Homicide Unit. “The victim’s actions undoubtedly saved her life and our thoughts are with her as she continues to recover.”

To protect the privacy of the victim, no further details will be released.

Case #CA26012942/4786