- Ponoka RCMP seeks assistance to locate missing girl
- Pincher Creek RCMP Media Summary for the week of March 24 - March 30, 2014
- Lethbridge Police, dispatchers and corrections officers cycling for a cause
- Viking RCMP investigating sudden death of young woman
- Drugs, money and weapons bust in Fort McMurray
- Grande Prairie Traffic Stop leads to arrest after driver fails to stop
- Cash and drugs seized, charges laid in Grande Prairie
- Mischief in Lloydminster
- RCMP Banff seeks public’s assistance in identifying Theft suspects
- Red Deer RCMP seek fugitive after assault on police
- Lethbridge Law Day to showcase judicial system with family-friendly activities
- Calgary firm selected to assist in the search for new LRPS Chief of Police
- Boyle RCMP investigate work site related death
- Red Deer RCMP warn public about online rental scams
- RCMP and CPO vs St. Mary's School for volleyball and basketball matches
- Update: Suspect in Grande Prairie shooting arrested
- Lac La Biche RCMP and partner agencies conduct enforcement campaign
- Two Hills RCMP respond to Fas Gas Robbery
- Break and Enter at Andrew Gas Station
- Two Hills RCMP, County Reeve and Mayor proclaim Victims of Crime Awareness Week
- Theft of copper welding cable in Brooks
- CPS seizes counterfeit oxycodone
Ponoka RCMP seeks assistance to locate missing girl
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| Missing: Kailyn Verquin |
Ponoka RCMP are seeking the assistance in locating a missing youth from Ponoka. Kailyn Verquin (Age 15) was last seen on March 26th, 2014. She is believed to be in the Red Deer area. She is described as Caucasian, recently dyed purple hair, blue eyes height of 168 cm and weight of 50 kg. She was last seen wearing black sweat pants, blue knitted sweater and a black jacket.
Anybody who has information on Kailyn Verquin is asked to contact the Ponoka RCMP at (403)783-4471.
Drugs, money and weapons bust in Fort McMurray
On March 26th, 2014 Wood Buffalo RCMP executed a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act Search Warrant at an apartment in downtown Fort McMurray which resulted in the seizure of an estimated 2300 grams of synthetic cannabis and Canadian currency in excess of $215,000.00. Police also seized insecure weapons including a firearm. An expert in synthetic cannabis from Wood Buffalo A.L.E.R.T. section was called in to assist investigators.
Derek Twamley age 26 and Courtney Mul-Howard age 23, both of Fort McMurray have each been charged with the following offences:
Anybody who has information on Kailyn Verquin is asked to contact the Ponoka RCMP at (403)783-4471.
Pincher Creek RCMP Media Summary for the week of March 24 - March 30, 2014
The following is an overview of the nature of the complaints that the Pincher Creek Detachment received for the week of March 24 – March 30, 2014. Note that the summary indicates what was reported to the police and may not have been substantiated.
Total calls for service - 43
Sexual assault - 1
Assaults - 1
Mischief (vandalism) - 6
Theft under $5000 - 4
MV Collisions - 4
Liquor offences - 3
Assistance to General Public (general) - 2
Assistance to other agencies - 4
False Alarms - 4
911 calls (invalid) - 3
Animal calls - 1
Municipal Bylaws (barking dogs / noise / OHV) - 2
Prisoners held – 7
The following is an overview of the nature of the complaints that the Pincher Creek Detachment received for the week of March 24 – March 30, 2014. Note that the summary indicates what was reported to the police and may not have been substantiated.
Total calls for service - 43
Sexual assault - 1
Assaults - 1
Mischief (vandalism) - 6
Theft under $5000 - 4
MV Collisions - 4
Liquor offences - 3
Assistance to General Public (general) - 2
Assistance to other agencies - 4
False Alarms - 4
911 calls (invalid) - 3
Animal calls - 1
Municipal Bylaws (barking dogs / noise / OHV) - 2
Prisoners held – 7
Lethbridge Police, dispatchers and corrections officers cycling for a cause
Members of the Lethbridge Regional Police Service, Lethbridge Public Safety Communications Centre and Lethbridge Correctional Centre, in partnership with the Law Enforcement Torch Run, are getting in gear to help raise money for Special Olympics.
On Saturday, April 5, 2013 bicycles will be set up in the Park Place Mall near the SportChek entrance and teams will be riding constantly from 10 a.m. when the mall opens until 6 p.m. when it closes. There will also be bikes set up for local Special Olympians who will take turns riding alongside the officers.
The Police Service thanks all of this year’s sponsors – the University of Lethbridge, Culligan Water, SportChek and Duane Goldie.
Donations can be made at the event or by calling 403-330-5020 or emailing blaine.stodolka@lrps.ca. All money raised will benefit local Special Olympics athletes.
During last year’s event $7,300 was raised and the goal this year is to match or exceed that amount.
Viking RCMP investigating sudden death of young woman
On March 30, 2014 at approximately 6:30 pm, Viking RCMP officers were dispatched to the rear alley of a Viking residence to what appeared to be a deceased female found lying in the snow and not wearing winter clothing. It was soon determined that the young female was deceased and that she had attended a reception in the vicinity of where she was found.
Edmonton RCMP Major Crimes Unit is investigating this sudden death and an autopsy date and time has yet to be confirmed.
The deceased family has requested their loved one's identity not to be shared and would like their privacy at this time.
The investigation continues.
Anyone with information about this matter is asked to contact Viking RCMP detachment at 780- 33-3441, or to remain anonymous, to contact Crime Stoppers using any of the following methods:
Members of the Lethbridge Regional Police Service, Lethbridge Public Safety Communications Centre and Lethbridge Correctional Centre, in partnership with the Law Enforcement Torch Run, are getting in gear to help raise money for Special Olympics.
On Saturday, April 5, 2013 bicycles will be set up in the Park Place Mall near the SportChek entrance and teams will be riding constantly from 10 a.m. when the mall opens until 6 p.m. when it closes. There will also be bikes set up for local Special Olympians who will take turns riding alongside the officers.
The Police Service thanks all of this year’s sponsors – the University of Lethbridge, Culligan Water, SportChek and Duane Goldie.
Donations can be made at the event or by calling 403-330-5020 or emailing blaine.stodolka@lrps.ca. All money raised will benefit local Special Olympics athletes.
During last year’s event $7,300 was raised and the goal this year is to match or exceed that amount.
On March 30, 2014 at approximately 6:30 pm, Viking RCMP officers were dispatched to the rear alley of a Viking residence to what appeared to be a deceased female found lying in the snow and not wearing winter clothing. It was soon determined that the young female was deceased and that she had attended a reception in the vicinity of where she was found.
Edmonton RCMP Major Crimes Unit is investigating this sudden death and an autopsy date and time has yet to be confirmed.
The deceased family has requested their loved one's identity not to be shared and would like their privacy at this time.
The investigation continues.
Anyone with information about this matter is asked to contact Viking RCMP detachment at 780- 33-3441, or to remain anonymous, to contact Crime Stoppers using any of the following methods:
Drugs, money and weapons bust in Fort McMurray
On March 26th, 2014 Wood Buffalo RCMP executed a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act Search Warrant at an apartment in downtown Fort McMurray which resulted in the seizure of an estimated 2300 grams of synthetic cannabis and Canadian currency in excess of $215,000.00. Police also seized insecure weapons including a firearm. An expert in synthetic cannabis from Wood Buffalo A.L.E.R.T. section was called in to assist investigators.
Derek Twamley age 26 and Courtney Mul-Howard age 23, both of Fort McMurray have each been charged with the following offences:
- Possession of a Similar Synthetic Preparation of Cannabis for the Purpose of Trafficking
- Possession of Oxycontin
- Possession of Marihuana
- Possession of Proceeds of Crime
- Careless Storage of a Firearm
- Careless Storage of Ammunition
- Possession of a Prohibited Magazine
- Possession of a Firearm Without a License
A 19 year old male from Clairmont is facing a number of charges after he failed to stop for police and fled the scene of a collision earlier last evening.
Last evening, at approximately 5:15 p.m., RCMP attempted to stop a blue Ford F-150 after it was observed to have been driven in a dangerous manner in the area of 108th Street and 79th Avenue. The vehicle failed to stop for police and is believed to have continued south bound on 108th Street where it was reported to have been involved in at least one collision. The suspect vehicle continued on, failing to remain at the scene of the collision.
The suspect vehicle was spotted by police a short time later on Resources Road. Police again attempted to stop the vehicle. This time, the vehicle stopped but the driver fled on foot into a wooded area. The alleged driver was located and arrested without incident a short time later.
A 19 year old male from Clairmont is facing a variety of criminal charges and driving related offences under provincial statutes. A bail hearing is being held and police will provide an update on the charges and name of the accused later Monday morning.
RCMP are asking anyone who witnessed the collision or other driving offences committed by this vehicle to please contact the Grande Prairie RCMP at 780-830-5701.
A judicially authorized search of a residence has resulted in charges against a number of individuals, along with the seizure of drugs and cash.
On March 25, 2014 members from the Grande Prairie RCMP Detachment executed a judicially authorized search warrant on a residence in the area of 102nd Street and 106th Avenue. As a result of the investigation police seized:
- 24.7 grams of crystal meth (methamphetamines)
- 2.1 grams of crack cocaine
- 80.3 grams of marihuana
Brandon Sophius FULMES, a 31 year old male from Grande Prairie, who was also wanted on outstanding warrants for breach of probation and Breach of an Emergency Protection Order at the time of his arrest and Geoff MORGAN, a 49 year old male from Grande Prairie, have been charged with:
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking
- Possession of a controlled substance
- Possession of proceeds of crime
Police also seized drug paraphernalia, packaging supplies, scales and approximately $4725 in cash.
A 40 year old male from Grande Prairie is also facing 2 counts of possession of a controlled substance. He was released on a Promise to Appear. An information has not been sworn and as such his identity cannot be released at the present time. He is set to appear in Grande Prairie Provincial Court on May 5, 2014.
Two adult females were also arrested at the time of the search but were not charged in relation to this investigation. One of the females had outstanding warrants for an unrelated theft.
The Lloydminster Municipal RCMP were called to a Mischief, whereby a picnic shelter located in Bud Miller Park was painted with black spray paint in the evening of March 18th, 2014 and early morning March 19th, 2014. The individual(s) responsible for this wrote derogatory messages, and drew offensive symbols over the entire shelter effectively rendering the shelter useless for anyone to enjoy.
RCMP believe the same individual(s) are responsible for a similar incident to a local church located on the 5400 block of 31 St, Lloydminster, AB.
Anyone with information regarding this or any other crime, is asked to contact the Lloydminster RCMP at (306) 825-6350, your nearest police service or any local RCMP detachment. If you wish to remain anonymous you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), via your cell phone text messaging SaskTel Mobility at *8477, text TIP206 plus your message to CRIMES (274637) or you can submit a tip online at www.crimestoppers.ab.ca . If your information leads to an arrest or a case being cleared, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.00.
RCMP Banff seeks public’s assistance in identifying Theft suspects
On February 18th, 2014, at approximately 4:36 p.m., Banff RCMP received a complaint of theft from Atmosphere, located in the 100 block of Banff Avenue, in the Town of Banff.
Sometime between 5:30 p.m. and 5:45 p.m. on February 16th, 2014 three unknown females entered the store and stole three jackets.
Police obtained Surveillance footage and photos of the suspects from the store.
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| Suspect 1 |
The first suspect is described as:
The second suspect is described as:
The third suspect is described as:
Investigators ask that anyone with information regarding this crime or the identity of the suspect(s) contact Banff RCMP at 403.762.2226.
If you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1.800.222.8477 or report it online atwww.tipsubmit.com. If the information leads to an arrest, tipsters are eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.00.
- Female;
- Asian;
- Approximately 25 - 30 years old;
- Black, shoulder length hair;
- Wearing a Black North Face Jacket with a red liner.
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| Suspect 2 |
- Female;
- Asian;
- Black coloured hair;
- Approximately 35 – 45 years old;
- Wearing a Blue Jacket.
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| Suspect 3 |
- Female;
- Asian;
- Black, shoulder length hair;
- Approximately 35 – 45 years old;
- Wearing a Black North Face Coat.
Investigators ask that anyone with information regarding this crime or the identity of the suspect(s) contact Banff RCMP at 403.762.2226.
If you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1.800.222.8477 or report it online atwww.tipsubmit.com. If the information leads to an arrest, tipsters are eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.00.
At approximately 3:10 pm on March 31, 2014, Red Deer RCMP responded to a report that the owner of a stolen vehicle had located his missing vehicle, with a male suspect inside it, parked behind the Mac’s Convenience Store at 3801 50 Street in Red Deer, Alberta. Two police cruisers blocked the stolen red Chevrolet Avalanche in its parking stall. Their emergency lights were activated and they identified themselves as police and ordered the suspect to exit the vehicle. The suspect instead put the truck in reverse and rammed the front end of one police cruiser before driving forward and ramming the front end of the second police vehicle.
RCMP members approached the suspect vehicle on foot with orders to surrender, but the suspect reversed the vehicle again, grazing one of the police officers. Police broke the right and left windows on the vehicle with batons in an attempt to apprehend the suspect, who then rammed one of the police cars a second time, hit another parked vehicle, and sped away.
RCMP did not initiate a pursuit due to public safety concerns. The police officer grazed by the stolen vehicle was not injured, and the stolen Chevrolet Avalanche was found abandoned at approximately 1:15 am on April 1, 2014 in the Oriole Park neighbourhood. The value of the damage to police cars has not yet been estimated.
A warrant in the first instance has been issued for 28 year old William Clayton Bradshaw of Red Deer.
No photo of Bradshaw is available at this time, but he is described as:
RCMP will provide updates as more information becomes available.
- Caucasian
- 5’10” or 5’11” tall
- Approximately 170 lbs
- Brown hair and brown eyes
- Thin, dark brown beard
- Tattooed forearms and facial piercings
- Last seen wearing a baggy white t-shirt and a black hat
RCMP will provide updates as more information becomes available.
The Calgary Police Service is seeking public assistance in locating a man wanted on several outstanding warrants.
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| Wanted: Robert Verloop |
Robert VERLOOP, 45, is wanted in connection with an assault and failing to comply with court ordered conditions. Police would also like to speak to VERLOOP about information he may have about an armed robbery that occurred in October 2013.
VERLOOP, who is believed to be in the central Alberta area, is Caucasian, 5’11” tall and 216 pounds. He has brownish black hair and brown eyes. A photo of VERLOOP is available on The City of Calgary Newsroom.
Anyone with information regarding VERLOOP’s whereabouts is asked to call the Calgary Police Service at 403-266-1234 or Crime Stoppers anonymously using any of the following methods:
TALK: 1-800-222-8477
TYPE: tttTIPS.com
TEXT: tttTIPS to 274637
Lethbridge Law Day to showcase judicial system with family-friendly activities
Ever wonder what exactly goes on behind closed doors at the Lethbridge courthouse? Now’s your chance to find out – without needing a lawyer!
On Saturday, April 5, 2014 the Lethbridge Courthouse will open its doors to the public from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. as part of Law Day. Law Day is an annual event to increase public awareness and foster a better understanding of the Canadian justice system. Admission to this fun, family-friendly event is free and everyone is welcome to attend the festivities.
Law Day 2014 kicks off with Citizenship Court, where a number of immigrants will receive Canadian citizenship, followed by tours of the courthouse, a K9 demonstration, crime scene investigation demonstration, static displays and high school mock trial competitions.
In addition, there will be a Kidz Korner for younger children and visitors can also check out the fairy tale trial and decide whether Kermit the Frog is really a criminal mastermind skilled in the art of theft and deception, or an innocent amphibian in the frame when the Stanley Cup goes missing from the Galt Museum.
The public will also have an opportunity to seek free legal advice. From 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. volunteer lawyers from Lethbridge Legal Guidance will be available to speak with citizens about their legal problems and provide information about their options and how to proceed. Anyone interested in a half-hour session with a lawyer must pre-register by calling Lethbridge Legal Guidance at 403-380-6338.
Law Day events are organized by the Canadian Bar Association, with cooperation and funding from the Alberta Law Foundation and Law Society of Alberta, and take place annually throughout the province. The Lethbridge Law Day Organizing Committee wishes to acknowledge and thank these organizations as well as all other volunteers for their support and participation.
Law Day schedule of events (link)
VERLOOP, who is believed to be in the central Alberta area, is Caucasian, 5’11” tall and 216 pounds. He has brownish black hair and brown eyes. A photo of VERLOOP is available on The City of Calgary Newsroom.
Anyone with information regarding VERLOOP’s whereabouts is asked to call the Calgary Police Service at 403-266-1234 or Crime Stoppers anonymously using any of the following methods:
TALK: 1-800-222-8477
TYPE: tttTIPS.com
TEXT: tttTIPS to 274637
Ever wonder what exactly goes on behind closed doors at the Lethbridge courthouse? Now’s your chance to find out – without needing a lawyer!
On Saturday, April 5, 2014 the Lethbridge Courthouse will open its doors to the public from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. as part of Law Day. Law Day is an annual event to increase public awareness and foster a better understanding of the Canadian justice system. Admission to this fun, family-friendly event is free and everyone is welcome to attend the festivities.
Law Day 2014 kicks off with Citizenship Court, where a number of immigrants will receive Canadian citizenship, followed by tours of the courthouse, a K9 demonstration, crime scene investigation demonstration, static displays and high school mock trial competitions.
In addition, there will be a Kidz Korner for younger children and visitors can also check out the fairy tale trial and decide whether Kermit the Frog is really a criminal mastermind skilled in the art of theft and deception, or an innocent amphibian in the frame when the Stanley Cup goes missing from the Galt Museum.
The public will also have an opportunity to seek free legal advice. From 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. volunteer lawyers from Lethbridge Legal Guidance will be available to speak with citizens about their legal problems and provide information about their options and how to proceed. Anyone interested in a half-hour session with a lawyer must pre-register by calling Lethbridge Legal Guidance at 403-380-6338.
Law Day events are organized by the Canadian Bar Association, with cooperation and funding from the Alberta Law Foundation and Law Society of Alberta, and take place annually throughout the province. The Lethbridge Law Day Organizing Committee wishes to acknowledge and thank these organizations as well as all other volunteers for their support and participation.
Law Day schedule of events (link)
Calgary firm selected to assist in the search for new LRPS Chief of Police
The Lethbridge Regional Police Commission is pleased to announce Boyden Global Executive Search has been appointed to assist in the search for a new Chief of Police.
Earlier this year Chief Tom McKenzie announced his retirement, prompting the Commission to begin the process to identify and hire his successor. A Request for Proposal (RFP) was subsequently issued and responses were received from a number of executive search firms. Following a comprehensive review of all the proposals Boyden Global Executive Search was selected and approved by the Commission.
Boyden, which has offices in Calgary, Toronto, Vancouver and Ottawa, has considerable recent experience assisting other Police Commissions in western Canada with the exhaustive process required to identify qualified candidates for the position of Chief of Police.
“We’re looking forward to working with Boyden over the next few months,” said Sandy McKay, chair of the Lethbridge Regional Police Commission. “Boyden has set out a process that will assist the Commission as it considers all the elements that go into hiring and retaining the individual best-suited for the job.”
McKenzie’s original contract was due to expire in July, but was previously extended to the end of October at the Commission’s request, so he would remain in place to complete the Service’s 2015-2018 budget and business plan.
McKenzie was hired in 1976, rose through the ranks and was appointed Chief of Police in January 2007. Upon his retirement, he will have 38 years of service.
Under the Police Act, Police Commissions are responsible for appointing the Chief of Police.
For more information about Boyden Global Executive Search visit www.boyden.ca
Boyle RCMP investigate work site related death
RCMP are investigating a work site related death north of Wandering River. During the morning of March 31 the RCMP were alerted to a missing employee at KM98 on Highway 63. With the assistance of a police dog the missing employee was located a short distance from the work site, deceased.
The 37 year old Alberta male was working in the area on Highway construction. The name of the deceased and the company name are being withheld.
Occupational Heath and Safety has been notified of the death. The death is currently being considered non-suspicious.
It is believed weather played a role in this incident. At the time the male was reported missing the temperature was -25 with a wind chill. An autopsy scheduled for March 1 will determine the cause of death and presence of drugs or alcohol, if any.
This work site is located approximately 140km north Boyle.
Since March 25, Red Deerians have reported three separate real estate scams on Kijiji that show photos of houses in Red Deer that are supposedly for rent. In all cases, the houses were not for rent; two are listed for sale and, in the third instance, a scammer attached an image of a Red Deer house to a fictitious Calgary address. Scammers are copying information from online listings of homes for sale and presenting them as rental opportunities.
“When contacted by potential tenants, rental scammers claim to be out of the country; they instruct victims to send the damage deposit and first month’s rent through an untraceable wire transfer service such as Moneygram or Western Union, and say they will send the keys once they have received the money,” says Corporal Sarah Knelsen of Red Deer RCMP. “Some scammers also ask victims to fill out rental application forms with personal information that could then be used for identity theft and other financial fraud.”
Safety tips when looking for a new home:
Arm yourself and the vulnerable people in your life by learning how to recognize and protect yourself from fraud: www.antifraudcentre.ca.
Update: Suspect in Grande Prairie shooting arrested
RCMP have arrested a male wanted on outstanding warrants. On March 27, 201) at approximately 1:50 am Grande Prairie RCMP responded to a report of shots fired at a residence in the area of 98th Street and 80th Avenue. Police found a wounded male in the residence. EMS treated the injured male on scene and transported him to hospital. Believing this was a targeted incident, RCMP obtained a warrant for the arrest of Justin LIZOTTE, a 23 year old male from Grande Prairie. Lizotte was already wanted on a number of outstanding warrants for matters unrelated to this investigation at the time of the shooting.
The Lethbridge Regional Police Commission is pleased to announce Boyden Global Executive Search has been appointed to assist in the search for a new Chief of Police.
Earlier this year Chief Tom McKenzie announced his retirement, prompting the Commission to begin the process to identify and hire his successor. A Request for Proposal (RFP) was subsequently issued and responses were received from a number of executive search firms. Following a comprehensive review of all the proposals Boyden Global Executive Search was selected and approved by the Commission.
Boyden, which has offices in Calgary, Toronto, Vancouver and Ottawa, has considerable recent experience assisting other Police Commissions in western Canada with the exhaustive process required to identify qualified candidates for the position of Chief of Police.
“We’re looking forward to working with Boyden over the next few months,” said Sandy McKay, chair of the Lethbridge Regional Police Commission. “Boyden has set out a process that will assist the Commission as it considers all the elements that go into hiring and retaining the individual best-suited for the job.”
McKenzie’s original contract was due to expire in July, but was previously extended to the end of October at the Commission’s request, so he would remain in place to complete the Service’s 2015-2018 budget and business plan.
McKenzie was hired in 1976, rose through the ranks and was appointed Chief of Police in January 2007. Upon his retirement, he will have 38 years of service.
Under the Police Act, Police Commissions are responsible for appointing the Chief of Police.
For more information about Boyden Global Executive Search visit www.boyden.ca
RCMP are investigating a work site related death north of Wandering River. During the morning of March 31 the RCMP were alerted to a missing employee at KM98 on Highway 63. With the assistance of a police dog the missing employee was located a short distance from the work site, deceased.
The 37 year old Alberta male was working in the area on Highway construction. The name of the deceased and the company name are being withheld.
Occupational Heath and Safety has been notified of the death. The death is currently being considered non-suspicious.
It is believed weather played a role in this incident. At the time the male was reported missing the temperature was -25 with a wind chill. An autopsy scheduled for March 1 will determine the cause of death and presence of drugs or alcohol, if any.
This work site is located approximately 140km north Boyle.
Red Deer RCMP warn public about online rental scams
Since March 25, Red Deerians have reported three separate real estate scams on Kijiji that show photos of houses in Red Deer that are supposedly for rent. In all cases, the houses were not for rent; two are listed for sale and, in the third instance, a scammer attached an image of a Red Deer house to a fictitious Calgary address. Scammers are copying information from online listings of homes for sale and presenting them as rental opportunities.
“When contacted by potential tenants, rental scammers claim to be out of the country; they instruct victims to send the damage deposit and first month’s rent through an untraceable wire transfer service such as Moneygram or Western Union, and say they will send the keys once they have received the money,” says Corporal Sarah Knelsen of Red Deer RCMP. “Some scammers also ask victims to fill out rental application forms with personal information that could then be used for identity theft and other financial fraud.”
Safety tips when looking for a new home:
- If you can’t view the inside of the place, don’t put down a deposit.
- Be cautious if the price seems low for the size and location. If it sounds too good to be true, it usually is.
- If the photos look professional or appear to be model homes, they may have been copied from a real estate website. You should also be cautious if the photos are very low resolution or of little relevance: for example, showing only the bathroom. That may indicate the “seller” doesn’t have access to the inside of the home.
- If you’re looking at rental ads, be leery of long, flowery descriptions and lists of features; these are more likely to be copied from realtor listings of houses for sale. Descriptions of roof and furnace repairs are also a flag as they aren’t relevant to renters.
- Steer clear of ads that ask you to respond with information such as your age, occupation, income, gender, bank information or Social Insurance Number.
Arm yourself and the vulnerable people in your life by learning how to recognize and protect yourself from fraud: www.antifraudcentre.ca.
RCMP have arrested a male wanted on outstanding warrants. On March 27, 201) at approximately 1:50 am Grande Prairie RCMP responded to a report of shots fired at a residence in the area of 98th Street and 80th Avenue. Police found a wounded male in the residence. EMS treated the injured male on scene and transported him to hospital. Believing this was a targeted incident, RCMP obtained a warrant for the arrest of Justin LIZOTTE, a 23 year old male from Grande Prairie. Lizotte was already wanted on a number of outstanding warrants for matters unrelated to this investigation at the time of the shooting.
On March 29 at approximately 8 p.m. police officers arrested Justin Lizotte after he turned himself into the Grande Prairie RCMP Detachment. Lizotte was arrested without incident.
Lizotte has been charged with two counts of pointing a firearm, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, fail to comply with the conditions of a recognizance and discharge of a firearm with intent. Lizotte did not speak to bail and has been remanded into custody pending a his next court appear in Grande Prairie Provincial Court on March 31, 2014.
The shooting victim remains in hospital in stable condition.
On Thursday, March 27th, 2014, members of the Vegreville and Two Hills Detachments of the RCMP along with the Vegreville Community Peace Officer, participated in a 2 hour pep-rally function at the St. Mary's High School in Vegreville. RCMP members participated in 4 volleyball matches followed by 3 basketball matches with students and staff. Members of the RCMP and the CPO participated in this event to help contribute to school spirit, which in turn created a very positive experience for both RCMP members, the CPO, students and staff.
^ Detachment Commander Sgt. Jeremie Landry who just finished doing a volley to Cst. Curtis Harsulla (centre). Cst. Nathan Pitcher, Cst. Alex Dmitrienko and CPO Ken Podoborozny also on the court. During this match RCMP members squared off against the senior boy's volleyball team.
^ CPO Ken Podoborozny just finished a serve, with Detachment Commander Sgt. Jeremie Landry and Cst. Alex Dmitrienko.
On March 27 and 28, 2014 RCMP conducted an enforcement campaign with provincial Commercial Vehicle Enforcement and Lac La Biche County Peace Officers. The blitz was conducted from 9pm till 7am on local highways.
In total officers conducted three checkstops that resulted in approximately 200 vehicles being stopped and checked. Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Officers conducted checks and inspections on several of the commercial vehicles and 50% of the vehicles had to make repairs, secure items or address other safety issues prior to being allowed to return to the roadway.
Two log trucks were inspected and both had insecure logs. Both of the trailers had logs that were insecure and posed a risk of falling off while in motion. One tractor trailer unit was removed from the road way due to the operator not complying with having periods of rest and for operating while over the maximum allowed hours of driving. He was issued an appearance notice and must attend court to answer to the charge.
Officers also stopped located two vehicles that were being operated by an impaired driver. Both of these vehicles were being operated by females and they were subsequently arrested. One of the vehicles was being operated with the drivers nine year old child as a passenger in the vehicle.
Officers also located several vehicles traveling at excessive speeds with the highest speed being 160K/hr in a 100k/hr area. One driver of a tractor trailer was issued a violation ticket for traveling at 78k/hr past a police car with its emergency lights on after he failed to stop for officers at a checkstop. The tractor trailer unit passed other vehicles stopped at the checkstop by using the oncoming lane of traffic. The tractor trailer then drove past officers who were attempting to get the driver to stop creating a serious risk to the enforcement officers that were on the highway.
Police issued approximately $6,700 in violation tickets over the two nights.
These operations are part of an ongoing commitment by the Lac La Biche RCMP to bring enforcement agencies together and to work on reducing collisions and deaths on Alberta highways.
At approximately 2:00 am March 30, Two Hills RCMP responded to a Robbery at the Fas Gas in Two Hills, Alberta. Two masked males gained entry to the business while the store owner was still inside. The males demanded cash and then fled. RCMP members were quickly on scene and subsequently located a vehicle which was believed to be stolen; running and unoccupied just south of Two Hills on Highway 36. Police Dog Services attended and assisted with the investigation.
At this time, it is believed that approximately $1000.00 in cash was stolen from the store. The store owner who was inside the business at the time, was unharmed and no weapons were used during the robbery.
RCMP are requesting the public's assistance in locating the persons responsible. Tire tracks near the scene are possibly related to a dually pickup-truck which may have been used as a getaway vehicle. The Two suspects are believed to be in their twenties and are described as aboriginal.
If you have any information relating to this incident, please contact the Two Hills RCMP Detachment at 780-657-2820, or anonymously at Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.tipsubmit.com.
On March 27th, 2014, Two Hills RCMP responded to a Break and Enter at the Andrew Gas Station in Andrew, Alberta.
Surveillance footage showed that 2 persons arrived in a late-90s GMC Sierra pick-up truck at 5:35am. One suspect used an axe to gain entry through the main door before both persons went inside and stole more than 300 packages of cigarettes amongst other items and caused property damage. Suspects remained on scene for more that 12 minutes before leaving. The pick-up truck used should stand out as it has uncommon decals running the length of the vehicle across the fenders and doors. The axe used was left at scene and is currently being examined by RCMP forensic investigators.
Two Hills RCMP are seeking the public's help with any information related to the Break and Enter. The public are encouraged to call immediately regarding any suspicious activity, especially in the overnight or early morning hours. If you have any information please contact the Two Hills RCMP Detachment at 780-657-2820 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.tipsubmit.com.
Back Row: Two Hills & Area Victim Services Advocate, Cst. Nick Crowther, & Two Hills & Area Victim Services Advocate.
Front Row: Two Hills County Reeve Allan Sayler, Detachment Commander Sgt. Jeremie Landry & Town of Two Hills Mayor Henry Neufeld
Two Hills RCMP, Two Hills Victim Services Advocates, along with the Two Hills County Reeve and Town of Two Hills Mayor, signed a proclamation for Victims of Crime Awareness Week, which is from April 6th to 12th, 2014. The goal of Victims of Crime Week is to raise awareness about issues facing victims of crime and the services, programs and laws in place to help victims and their families.
Brooks RCMP are currently investigating a file that occurred between the evening of Friday March 14 and Sunday March 16, 2014. Someone stole copper welding cables from 4 trucks in a fenced compound, worth an estimated value of $3520.00
If you have information on this, or any other crime, contact your local RCMP Detachment at 403-794-4400 or to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. You do not have to reveal your identity to Crime Stoppers. If you provide information to Crime Stoppers that leads to an arrest or the recovery of stolen property or the seizure of illicit drugs, you could be eligible for a cash reward. Information also available on the web at www.brookscrimestoppers.com.
CPS seizes counterfeit oxycodone
On Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2014, members of the CPS Guns and Gangs Unit concluded an investigation into an alleged drug distribution network.
With the assistance of the RCMP, search warrants were conducted on a vehicle and residence in Chestermere.
As a result of these warrants, officers seized approximately 9,600 80 milligram pills that were suspected to be counterfeit oxycodone, valued at approximately $768,000. Over $3,000 in cash was also located.
The pills were found in a hidden compartment of the vehicle.
Samples of the pills were sent to Health Canada for examination. Investigators have since received confirmation that they contained fentanyl and caffeine.
Brian Thomas HARRINGTON, 29, of Chestermere, has been charged with possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking and possession of property obtained by crime.
Counterfeit oxycodone pills containing fentanyl have become increasingly available in various Canadian communities. The presence of fentanyl in these pills increases the risk of overdose among people using them, particularly if they believe they are taking oxycodone.
An alert released by the Canadian Community Epidemiology Network on Drug Use (CCENDU) states that many of the counterfeit drugs found across Canada resemble oxycodone tablets. Some are green and stamped with “CDN” on one side and the number 80 on the other. More information is available in this drug alert.
This is a further reminder that people using illegally-obtained drugs never know what they contain. There is no safe street drug, and no safe dose of a street drug. There are absolutely no controls in any illegal drug production and drugs are likely cut with various substances, unknown to the user, which may lead to injury or death.
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