Edson RCMP arrest suspects in case of car prowling

RCMP in Edson have made a number of arrests in a rash of crime occurring overnight in the Town. On April 1, 2017 the event began with Edson RCMP receiving a number of complaints of vehicle related crimes. Edson Citizens on Patrol (COP) located the suspects which led to their identification by Police.

Police were then notified a bank card that had been stolen was used at a local gas station. Video surveillance was obtained which led to the arrests of the individuals.

“The extra set of eyes and assistance provided by the Edson COP was key to advancing this investigation,” states Constable Alex Ayres of the Edson RCMP Detachment. “Information from the public always proves invaluable to putting a stop to crime in our community.”

Police believe unlocked vehicles in the neighbourhoods of Glenwood, Westgrove, Tiffin, Westhaven, Cedar Mobile Home Park, Creekside Village and Sunset Mobile Estates were targeted. Edson RCMP are continuing to investigate and are requesting that anyone who had their vehicle entered overnight to report it to the Detachment at (780) 723-8800 or in person during business hours with their licence plate, address, and a list of stolen items.

The Accused person’s will not be identified at this time as some are youths and charges have not yet been formally presented to the Courts.