Arrest made in connection with violent incident at Royal Hotel

PONOKA -- RCMP have made an arrest in connection with a violent altercation that took place at the Royal Hotel in Ponoka. 

On Sept. 19, 2026, police were called to the Royal Hotel after receiving reports that a male victim had been stabbed. Their investigation revealed that the victim had been attacked inside the hotel's bar after getting into a verbal dispute with two male suspects. The suspects fled the scene, and the victim was airlifted to hospital by STARS air ambulance with serious injuries.

An investigation was immediately launched involving numerous police resources. One of the suspects was identified and an arrest warrant was issued. On Oct. 14, 2026, RCMP located and arrested 41-year-old Maskwacis resident Dale Raine. He's been charged with aggravated assault, and was remanded into custody with a court appearance set for Nov. 13, 2026, in Ponoka. 

The second suspect, 26-year-old Tyshawn Raine, remains at large. He has been charged with aggravated assault, possession of weapon for dangerous purpose, and two counts of failure to comply with a release order condition. RCMP ask anyone with knowledge regarding Tyshawn's whereabouts, to contact your local police. 

We'll have additional updates on this story as they become available.