Police conducted a judicially authorized search of a property in Mirror Nov. 27 recovering a 2010 Audi automobile stolen out of City of Red Deer in the latter part of November. Charges are pending.
Break and enter
Police received a report of a residential break and enter in Alix Nov. 30. This matter is under investigation.
Break-in witnessed
A homeowner observed someone attempting to break into his shop Dec. 2 at about 3 a.m. along Range Road 222. The suspects were scared off and left driving a half ton truck dark in colour with loud exhaust.
Suspect(s) attempted to steal a side-by-side and trailer from a work site. Damages to locks and tire boot, however the items were not stolen. Suspect(s) gained entry to a second work site and stole approximately $500 worth of copper wire.
Break and enter to OK Tire
Police are investigating a break and enter to OK Tire in Bashaw Dec. 5. Several scrap parts were noted to be stolen. Please report any suspicious activity to Bashaw RCMP.
Equipment including heater cords and batteries were stolen from a work site at approximately 12:30 in the afternoon. This is currently under investigation.
Crime prevention is a shared responsibility.
Members of the community are reminded of their role in preventing criminal activity:
• Lock up houses, sheds, vehicles and any other property that is easily accessible
• Never leave running vehicles unlocked. Nearly half of the vehicle thefts in Alberta over the past year have had the keys left inside
• Take photos and record serial numbers of property
• If you see or suspect suspicious activity notify police immediately
If you have any information regarding any of the above mentioned incidents that may lead to an arrest, please contact your local RCMP Detachment at 780-672-3342 during business hours or Crime Stoppers Tips at 1-800-222-8477.