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Calgary Woman Charged After Traffic Pylon Thrown From 14th-Floor Balcony

Police traced a viral video to a downtown high-rise using details from social posts.

Overview

  • Investigators say the object was tossed shortly before 12:30 p.m. on Jan. 3 from a balcony in the 1100 block of 3 Street S.E.
  • Officers recovered the nearly 13-pound traffic delineator from the sidewalk below, and no injuries were reported.
  • A 28-year-old suspect was arrested at a residence on Calhoun Crescent N.E. and faces one count of mischief causing danger to life.
  • The Calgary Police Service withheld the accused's name pending the swearing of charges, consistent with its practice.
  • Staff Sgt. Paul Ralstin cautioned that throwing objects from high-rises is incredibly dangerous and urged anyone with information to contact police or submit tips through Crime Stoppers.