UA 488 Shooting in Edmonton: Justin Hunt, 28, Killed Outside Alberta Pipe Trades College as Three Men Face First-Degree Murder Charges
A deadly shooting at UA Local 488 in northwest Edmonton, Alberta, has left 28-year-old Justin Hunt dead, with three men charged with first-degree murder following a police investigation.
The shooting occurred on Friday, October 16, 2026, in the parking lot of the United Association Local 488 property, which includes the Alberta Pipe Trades College, near 118 Avenue and 160 Street.
According to the Edmonton Police Service (EPS), officers responded to reports of gunfire at approximately 8:27 a.m. Upon arrival, they discovered Hunt suffering from life-threatening injuries. Emergency medical personnel attended the scene, but he was pronounced dead before he could be transported to hospital.
Three Suspects Charged Following UA Local 488 Shooting
In an October 17 update, Edmonton police confirmed that three men had been arrested and charged in connection with the fatal shooting.
The accused were identified as Wol Akuei, 21, John Morris, 20, and John Ocwalla, 19. All three face first-degree murder charges, while Ocwalla faces an additional charge of accessory after the fact to murder.
Investigators believe the shooting was targeted, although the motive has not been publicly established. The charges remain allegations, and the accused are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
Alberta Pipe Trades College Placed Under Lockdown
Following the gunfire, UA Local 488 officials implemented precautionary lockdown measures affecting union facilities and the Alberta Pipe Trades College.
Witnesses reported hearing several gunshots after a vehicle entered the parking area, prompting an emergency response and concern among students, instructors, staff, and union members.
The union confirmed that it was cooperating with authorities and emphasized the safety of everyone at the facility. The lockdown was reported on October 16; its current status has not been independently confirmed.
Police Investigation Leads to Arrests Near Highway 16
Following the shooting, investigators located a suspected vehicle west of Edmonton. With assistance from Parkland RCMP, police stopped the vehicle near Highway 16 and Range Road 20 and took three men into custody.
The Edmonton Police Service is requesting surveillance and dashcam footage involving a dark grey BMW 325i sedan, particularly recordings from the morning of October 16 near 118 Avenue, Yellowhead Trail, and Highway 60.
Police continue investigating the circumstances surrounding Hunt’s death and have appealed to anyone with relevant information to contact investigators.
Latest Updates on the Edmonton UA 488 Shooting
As of October 20, 2026, three men have been charged in connection with the fatal shooting, and homicide investigators are continuing their work.
The incident has raised concerns about security around educational and union facilities in northwest Edmonton. Authorities have not publicly confirmed the motive or all the circumstances leading to the violence.
Anyone with information can contact Edmonton Police at 780-423-4567 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477.