Grande Prairie skidsteer theft suspect sought
ALERT arrests Medicine Hat pair on drug charges
Avoid the Christmas pinch
Log-haul trucks get a check-up
Train derailment near Sylvan Lake
Traffic infraction leads to drug bust near Canmore
Airdrie City RCMP weekend report
Hit and run in High River
ALERT arrests Medicine Hat pair on drug charges
Avoid the Christmas pinch
Log-haul trucks get a check-up
Train derailment near Sylvan Lake
Traffic infraction leads to drug bust near Canmore
Airdrie City RCMP weekend report
Hit and run in High River
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Grande Prairie skidsteer theft suspect sought
RCMP Grande Prairie
Grande Prairie RCMP are requesting the public's assistance in identifying a male suspect and/or the vehicle involved in a Break Enter and Theft on December 7, 2014 which occurred around 1:22 a.m.
On Sunday December 7, 2014 an unknown male entered a business yard located on 154 Avenue and 94 th Street and stole a 2012 John Deer Skidsteer 323 worth approximately $40,000.00. The suspect drove through the yard's locked gate and loaded the Skidsteer onto his trailer.
The suspect vehicle is described as a light brown (possibly gold) Dodge Ram Dually with a white cab size tool carrier in the back.
If you have any information about this incident please call the Grande Prairie RCMP at (780) 830-5700, or if you whish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), or on line at www.tibsbumit.ca or by SMS (check your local crime stoppers [www.crimestoppers.ab.ca] for instructions).
ALERT arrests Medicine Hat pair on drug charges
ALERT
Avoid the Christmas pinch
AMA
It’s that time of year, when the mean-spirited are ready and waiting to swipe your festive spirit along with the gifts and goods they spied in your vehicle when you weren’t looking.
If you don’t believe us, watch this true story recently caught on video about how easy it was for a mean, green thief to steal from the big guy in red:
These 12 tips can keep your valuables safe when you are out and about:
Alberta Justice and Solicitor General
Each fall and winter if you are travelling on highways, particularly in northern Alberta, you are likely to see semi-trucks hauling logs to be processed and turned into wood and paper products. However, too much weight can strain a vehicle’s axels and tires and even the pavement the vehicle drives on. That’s why Alberta’s Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Officers inspect these trucks to help make sure they’re safe for the road.
Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Officers conducted inspections on log trucks in the Edson and Hinton areas. At chosen inspection sites, log haul trucks were flagged down and examined. Commercial vehicle enforcement officers used specialized scales to make sure trucks weren’t hauling too much weight and checked everything from brakes and exhaust systems to headlights and turn signals. They also looked at whether loads were properly secured and whether drivers were properly licensed and able to drive safely.
Officers issued 25 tickets under the Traffic Safety Act and 23 log trucks were pulled out of service so that needed repairs could be completed on-site or towed to a repair facility. Log trucks were pulled out of service for violations such as loads not being properly secured, flat tires and brake system violations including brakes being out of adjustment.
The operation was important because the Hinton and Edson areas supply a great deal of lumber, and in turn, commercial vehicle traffic is high.
Train derailment near Sylvan Lake
RCMP Sylvan Lake
On December 10 at 11:08 am, Sylvan Lake RCMP were dispatched to a train derailment. The location of this incident is near Highway 11 and Range Road 22 (near the Kusamo Elevator's). Members attended the scene along with the Sylvan Lake Fire Department.
Investigation is on-going but members on scene confirm that only 1 rail car has left the tracks. This car remains upright and appears to be empty resulting in no spill of any type of product. There are no reported injuries.
There is no danger to the public.
Traffic infraction leads to drug bust near Canmore
RCMP Canmore
On December 9th, 2014 at approximately 5:25 am Canmore RCMP stopped a West bound vehicle near Dead Man’s Flats for an infraction under the Traffic Safety Act. Upon speaking with the driver, RCMP found evidence of drug use in the vehicle. The driver was arrested, and further investigation uncovered a large amount of drugs. Included were:
Grande Prairie skidsteer theft suspect sought
RCMP Grande Prairie
Grande Prairie RCMP are requesting the public's assistance in identifying a male suspect and/or the vehicle involved in a Break Enter and Theft on December 7, 2014 which occurred around 1:22 a.m.
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| Skidsteer theft suspect |
On Sunday December 7, 2014 an unknown male entered a business yard located on 154 Avenue and 94 th Street and stole a 2012 John Deer Skidsteer 323 worth approximately $40,000.00. The suspect drove through the yard's locked gate and loaded the Skidsteer onto his trailer.
The suspect is described as being:
- Caucasian
- approximately 6'2" in height
- thin build
- wearing a blue jacket, boots, baseball cap and hood.
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| Suspect's vehicle |
The suspect vehicle is described as a light brown (possibly gold) Dodge Ram Dually with a white cab size tool carrier in the back.
If you have any information about this incident please call the Grande Prairie RCMP at (780) 830-5700, or if you whish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), or on line at www.tibsbumit.ca or by SMS (check your local crime stoppers [www.crimestoppers.ab.ca] for instructions).
ALERT
Two Medicine Hat residents have been arrested and charged following a drug trafficking investigation by Albert Law Enforcement Response Teams (ALERT).
ALERT’s Medicine Hat team, consisting of members of Medicine Hat Police Service and RCMP, executed a search warrant at a North West Medicine Hat home on December 9. Investigators seized seized 50 grams of cocaine, 110 grams of marihuana, and $2,000 in cash proceeds of crime.
Michael Poitras, 47, is charged with possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking and other drug related offences. Poitras has been released on bail and is due back in court on December 23, 2014.
Lisa Mook, 40, is charged with possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking and other drug related offences. Mook has been released on bail and is due back in court on December 23, 2014.
ALERT was established and is funded by the Alberta Government and is a compilation of the province’s most sophisticated law enforcement resources committed to tackling serious and organized crime. Nearly 400 municipal police, RCMP, and sheriffs work in ALERT.
ALERT’s Medicine Hat team, consisting of members of Medicine Hat Police Service and RCMP, executed a search warrant at a North West Medicine Hat home on December 9. Investigators seized seized 50 grams of cocaine, 110 grams of marihuana, and $2,000 in cash proceeds of crime.
Michael Poitras, 47, is charged with possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking and other drug related offences. Poitras has been released on bail and is due back in court on December 23, 2014.
Lisa Mook, 40, is charged with possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking and other drug related offences. Mook has been released on bail and is due back in court on December 23, 2014.
ALERT was established and is funded by the Alberta Government and is a compilation of the province’s most sophisticated law enforcement resources committed to tackling serious and organized crime. Nearly 400 municipal police, RCMP, and sheriffs work in ALERT.
AMA
It’s that time of year, when the mean-spirited are ready and waiting to swipe your festive spirit along with the gifts and goods they spied in your vehicle when you weren’t looking.
If you don’t believe us, watch this true story recently caught on video about how easy it was for a mean, green thief to steal from the big guy in red:
- Always park in well-lit areas. Thieves like to lurk in darker spots.
- Common items stolen from vehicles: bags, iPods/MP3 players, GPS devices, laptops, phones, cameras, purses, sunglasses & loose change.
- Check your car and look for what a thief might see. Do you put your GPS away, but leave the holder on your dash?
- Display an All Valuables Removed placard in your driver’s side window. If you don’t have one, order one today.
- Use visible security features like alarms and steering wheel locks. Car thieves will usually target easier vehicles.
- Keep your insurance and registration in your purse or wallet to prevent a vehicle theft from turning into a home robbery.
- Don’t leave your garage door opener in your vehicle, it’s like leaving your house key behind.
- If you must bring valuables in your vehicle, move them to your trunk before you drive to the mall, not once you’ve arrived.
- When it is cold out, do not leave your vehicle running unattended.
- If you’re dropping off a load of gifts in the car and going back for more – move your vehicle to another area of the parking lot.
- If you are running from store to store, make sure your new purchases are in the trunk, not in sight on your back seat.
- Did you know that 40% of car thefts are due to driver errors like leaving doors unlocked or keys in the vehicle? Find out how you can prevent from becoming a victim of vehicle theft.
Alberta Justice and Solicitor General
Each fall and winter if you are travelling on highways, particularly in northern Alberta, you are likely to see semi-trucks hauling logs to be processed and turned into wood and paper products. However, too much weight can strain a vehicle’s axels and tires and even the pavement the vehicle drives on. That’s why Alberta’s Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Officers inspect these trucks to help make sure they’re safe for the road.
Officers issued 25 tickets under the Traffic Safety Act and 23 log trucks were pulled out of service so that needed repairs could be completed on-site or towed to a repair facility. Log trucks were pulled out of service for violations such as loads not being properly secured, flat tires and brake system violations including brakes being out of adjustment.
The operation was important because the Hinton and Edson areas supply a great deal of lumber, and in turn, commercial vehicle traffic is high.
Train derailment near Sylvan Lake
RCMP Sylvan Lake
On December 10 at 11:08 am, Sylvan Lake RCMP were dispatched to a train derailment. The location of this incident is near Highway 11 and Range Road 22 (near the Kusamo Elevator's). Members attended the scene along with the Sylvan Lake Fire Department.
Investigation is on-going but members on scene confirm that only 1 rail car has left the tracks. This car remains upright and appears to be empty resulting in no spill of any type of product. There are no reported injuries.
There is no danger to the public.
RCMP Canmore
On December 9th, 2014 at approximately 5:25 am Canmore RCMP stopped a West bound vehicle near Dead Man’s Flats for an infraction under the Traffic Safety Act. Upon speaking with the driver, RCMP found evidence of drug use in the vehicle. The driver was arrested, and further investigation uncovered a large amount of drugs. Included were:
- 63 pounds of Marijuana
- 2 ounces of psilocybin
- 1 ounce of MDA
- 670 grams of Cannabis Resin
- 100 tablets of Amphetamine
Canmore cyclist injured in collision with vehicle
RCMP Canmore
At approximately 9:20 pm Canmore RCMP were called to a Motor Vehicle Collision involving a Cyclist at the intersection of Bow Valley Trail and Railway Avenue West. A Westbound Cyclist on Bow Valley Trail was struck by a Westbound Ford Ranger. The Cyclist was struck from behind and then pinned under the engine of the Truck. A number of passerby’s stopped to help and were able to lift the truck off the Cyclist before Canmore FIRE and EMS arrived on scene. The Cyclist was not wearing a helmet at the time of the collision nor was the bicycle equipped with lights.
The Cyclist, a 40 year old Canmore male, was transported to Canmore Hospital with undetermined injuries. He was later taken by STARS Air Ambulance to a Calgary Hospital. He is in stable, but serious condition.
RCMP continues to investigate the collision however alcohol and speed were not factors.
RCMP would like to remind Cyclists who use the roadways that they are subject to the same requirements as vehicles under the Traffic Safety Act and must have lights, both in the front and rear of the bicycle.
RCMP Canmore
At approximately 9:20 pm Canmore RCMP were called to a Motor Vehicle Collision involving a Cyclist at the intersection of Bow Valley Trail and Railway Avenue West. A Westbound Cyclist on Bow Valley Trail was struck by a Westbound Ford Ranger. The Cyclist was struck from behind and then pinned under the engine of the Truck. A number of passerby’s stopped to help and were able to lift the truck off the Cyclist before Canmore FIRE and EMS arrived on scene. The Cyclist was not wearing a helmet at the time of the collision nor was the bicycle equipped with lights.
The Cyclist, a 40 year old Canmore male, was transported to Canmore Hospital with undetermined injuries. He was later taken by STARS Air Ambulance to a Calgary Hospital. He is in stable, but serious condition.
RCMP continues to investigate the collision however alcohol and speed were not factors.
RCMP would like to remind Cyclists who use the roadways that they are subject to the same requirements as vehicles under the Traffic Safety Act and must have lights, both in the front and rear of the bicycle.
Cyclists should:
Airdrie City RCMP weekend report
Between 4:00 p.m. Friday, December 5, 2014 and 7:00 a.m. Monday, December 8, 2014, Airdrie City RCMP received 59 calls for service. Calls were dispatched to RCMP as the following and do not reflect actual occurrence or clearance status. Here are some of the calls:
RCMP High River
On November 30, 2014 the High River RCMP responded to a complaint of a hit and run on 18th street SE in High River. RCMP were informed that a white Chevrolet Diesel truck struck several parked vehicles on the street before leaving the location and heading west on 7th Avenue. Patrols and neighbor inquiries were conducted and to date the RCMP have not been able to locate the suspect vehicle. The RCMP is requesting the assistance of the public in locating the person responsible.
- Always take a second look. You are sharing the road
- Stay out of blind spots! Make sure other drivers see you
- Be alert at intersections. Make eye contact with other drivers/riders before making your
- move
- Protect yourself with an approved bicycle helmet
- Ride defensively and make every effort to enhance your visibility
Airdrie City RCMP weekend report
Between 4:00 p.m. Friday, December 5, 2014 and 7:00 a.m. Monday, December 8, 2014, Airdrie City RCMP received 59 calls for service. Calls were dispatched to RCMP as the following and do not reflect actual occurrence or clearance status. Here are some of the calls:
- 2 Assaults
- 2 Criminal Harassment Complaints
- 1 Fraud
- 1 Identity Theft
- 4 Impaired Driving Complaints
- 2 Mischief Complaints
- 1 Other Theft Under $5,000 Complaint
- 2 Person Reported Missing Complaints
- 2 Suspicious Person, vehicle or property Complaint
- 9 Traffic Collisions
RCMP High River
On November 30, 2014 the High River RCMP responded to a complaint of a hit and run on 18th street SE in High River. RCMP were informed that a white Chevrolet Diesel truck struck several parked vehicles on the street before leaving the location and heading west on 7th Avenue. Patrols and neighbor inquiries were conducted and to date the RCMP have not been able to locate the suspect vehicle. The RCMP is requesting the assistance of the public in locating the person responsible.
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