RCMP arrest ‘prowler’ carrying wagon filled with stolen items at Ghost Lake Village
RCMP were called on Tuesday night about a suspicious man in the Ghost Lake Village. Continue reading
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Sawed-off rifle pointed at Alberta family after vehicle stolen: RCMP
Officers were called to a home in the rural area of Eagle Hill for reports of a stolen vehicle. What followed was a pursuit by several of the homeowner’s family members. Continue reading
Local leaders, RCMP host forum focusing on rural crime in northern Alberta
By Julia Wong Digital Broadcast Journalist
Dwayne Rawson, an Athabasca County councillor, said the community town hall was meant for residents from Westlock County, Athabasca County and Thorhild County to talk about rural crime and see what they can do to protect themselves. Continue reading
Picture Butte’s rural crime watch hosts first meeting
By Kyle Benning Digital Broadcast Journalist
The Picture Butte & District Rural Crime Watch hosted its first public meeting since the group was rebooted last year. Continue reading
UPDATE: Suspect arrested after RCMP vehicle rammed near Lethbridge
No officers were hurt and the police SUV was damaged in the incident but was still driveable, police said. Continue reading
Woman charged after allegedly ramming stolen pickup truck into RCMP vehicles in Okotoks
A woman was arrested at the scene and taken to the hospital with minor injuries, police said. Continue reading
Alberta announces $10M, 39 RCMP officer positions, to fight rural crime
The funding will support the hiring of 39 RCMP officers, 40 civilian positions, as well as Crown prosecutors. Continue reading