A Calgary man facing five counts of attempted murder in Lethbridge, Alta., won’t be back in court for another month.
It all stems from an incident in October 2025, when police allege a driver intentionally drove his vehicle into a group of people, hitting three: a 77-year-old woman, a 77-year-old man and a 46-year-old man. Police say the driver lost two more before leaving the scene.
After the hit and run, officers said the same vehicle then crashed into an unrelated vehicle in the area of Mayor Magrath Drive South, again leaving the scene.
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Police say the driver later entered a convenience store on Bluefox Boulevard North and attempted to purchase several items. When his card was declined, he threatened staff and stole merchandise, according to police.
The driver was arrested later in the evening when officers located the vehicle along Riverbottom Road North, near Softball Valley.
Christopher David Hegg, who was 47 at the time, was charged with five counts of attempted murder, three counts of assault with a weapon, three counts of dangerous operation of a motor vehicle causing bodily harm and one count of dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, threats and theft under $5,000.
Earlier this year, it was determined that Hegg would be competent to stand trial.
On Thursday, Hegg’s lawyer appeared in a Lethbridge courtroom, but due to the defense and the Crown needing more time, the case was postponed until August 6.
Hegg remains in custody.
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