JULY 3, 2019
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RCMP Vegreville Seek Public Assistance - Vehicle Theft and Arson Cst. Daniel Bentley, and Cpl. Leigh Drinkwater Media Contact – RCMP Vegreville Detachment Vegreville, Alta - On June 18, 2019, at approximately 1:45 p.m., a male walked into the property of G&R Sand and Gravel, looked through several vehicle windows before stealing a 2002 Ford Windstar which belonged to an employee. The same male had been seen hitchhiking on Highway 16 East of Vegreville earlier that morning, though he entered the property from the West. He is described as being Caucasian with dark thinning hair, medium build, wearing a light blue t-shirt and light coloured plaid / check patterned shorts. Approximately one hour later, the stolen minivan was located on fire on highway 16 in Lamont County, and a male fitting the description of the thief was seen fleeing the area. If you have any information that may assist with the investigation, please contact the Vegreville RCMP Detachment at 780-631-2750. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact CrimeStoppers at 1-800222-TIPS (8477), online at www. P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App of Google Play Store.
Smoky Lake RCMP Investigate Break and Enter at Churches Corporal Ronald Bumbry Eastern Alberta District – Media Relations Officer Smoky Lake County, Alta. – Smoky Lake RCMP are investigating four incidents of break and enters at churches. April 3, 2019, Smoky Lake RCMP responded to a report of a break and enter to Dickiebush church located in the County of Smoky Lake. On April 18, 2019, Smoky Lake RCMP responded to a report of a break and enter to Vilna Catholic Church located in the Village of Vilna. On June 3, 2019, Smoky Lake RCMP responded to a report of a break and enter to Sencal church located at 14474 Township Road 583 in the County of Smoky Lake.
On June 7, 2019, Smoky Lake RCMP responded to a report of a break and enter to Dickiebush church located in the County of Smoky Lake. In all incidents damage to doors to gain entry occurred but nothing was reported stolen at this time. Smoky Lake RCMP are asking the public’s assistance for any information in relation to these incidents or identifying those responsible. Please contact Smoky Lake RCMP at 780-656-3550 or your local police. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.”
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