Red Deer RCMP made multiple arrests and recovered stolen property in separate incidents over the past week.
On Aug. 25, Red Deer RCMP’s Crime Reduction Team located a stolen vehicle while conducting patrols – a 34-year-old Red Deer man was found driving the vehicle.
A subsequent investigation led to police locating and seizing a shotgun, which had been altered, and methamphetamine. Charges pending against the man include possession of stolen property, possession of a controlled substance and possession of a firearm in a motor vehicle.
On Aug. 30, police identified a vehicle with a stolen licence plate attached. RCMP launched an investigation and obtained a search warrant in relation to a residence. Police arrested a 37-year-old Red Deer man, who was held in custody pending the results of a judicial interim release hearing, as he has previously been arrested and charged for similar offences in December 2021 and January 2022. Charges are pending, including three counts of possession of stolen property of licence plates.
On Aug. 31, Crime Reduction Team officers identified a stolen licence plate on a vehicle while on patrol. An investigation determined the truck was also reported stolen.
Two women were located in the vehicle and the driver attempted to flee on foot. The two were arrested and charges are pending against the 21-year-old driver, a resident of Sylvan Lake. She was wanted on outstanding warrants, say police.
On Sept. 1, 2022, less than an hour after being released from custody, this same woman was again located driving a stolen vehicle. She was arrested and is currently in custody awaiting a judicial interim release hearing with new charges.
“Red Deer RCMP seeks to identify repeat offenders and conduct targeted enforcement initiatives, in an effort to reduce crime within our community,” said Sgt. Karyn Kay, who leads the community response detail in Red Deer.
“Many offenders use stolen vehicles to commit other property crimes, such as shoplifting and breaking and entering. By conducting pro-active investigations and patrols, we aim to reduce the offences being committed in Red Deer. ”
In addition, the Red Deer RCMP is reminding the public that most vehicle thefts are preventable.
“Never leave your vehicle running with the keys in the ignition and always remember to lock your doors after exiting your vehicle,” said Kay.
“Whenever possible, park your vehicle in a garage or in a well-lit area and never leave personal belongings in plain sight.”
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