Regina’s Police Chief Evan Bray said he believes the coronavirus pandemic is playing a role in the decrease of property crime in the city.

A couple who farm near Portage la Prairie, Man., are speaking out after their property was hit by criminals 17 times in a two year span.

“We have people, families, women, children, everyone is scared. Everybody is scared to leave because when they come home their stuff is missing."

The Town of Fort Macleod has created a new task force to help crack down on a growing crime and derelict property problem.

With many businesses across Winnipeg closed due to coronavirus safety measures, police have shared tips for owners, to prevent crimes of opportunity.

As more and more businesses close their doors while the spread of COVID-19 continues in Alberta, RCMP in Red Deer say they plan to increase patrols in business areas as part of a proactive measure in all parts of the city.

The vacancy rate for RCMP officers in Saskatchewan is the lowest in years, but residents in rural areas are still frustrated with local staffing levels.

Five businesses in Edmonton and three in St. Albert were victimized on Jan. 17 by thieves who stole their wall-mounted hand dryers.

Vancouver police said police began the crackdown in December, targeting repeat offenders who threaten violence. 

Mounties arrested three people while serving search warrants, however no one has been charged.