Whitecourt RCMP Charge two males for Break and Enter/theft at Community Hall

On March 20, 2018 Whitecourt RCMP were notified of a Break and Enter to a shed at a local community hall in Woodlands County. The break and enter/theft occurred at approximately 3:30 am. The suspects gained entry to the shed by breaking the lock and stealing a snow blower, 2 canopy tents and multiple tools. Through video surveillance a truck was identified at the scene and the registered owner was questioned. The owner of the truck admitted to doing the break in/theft along with a second male. Both of the males were arrested, charged and later released on a Promise to appear in Whitecourt Provincial Court on Tuesday May 8, 2018. Sydney Lee KING (33) of Whitecourt faces 3 Charges: • Theft under $5000 Sec 334(b) Criminal Code • Mischief under $5000 - Sec 430(4) Criminal Code • Fail to comply with an undertaking – Sec 145(3) Criminal Code

Dean Paul TAYLOR (18) of Whitecourt faces 2 Charges: • Theft under $5000 Sec 334(b) Criminal Code • Mischief under $5000 - Sec 430(4) Criminal Code

If you have any information about this crime or any other crime please contact the Whitecourt RCMP 780779-5900. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers by phone at 1-800-2228477 (TIPS) or by internet at www.tipsubmit.com or by SMS (check your local Crime Stoppers www. crimestoppers.ab.ca for instructions). You do not have to reveal your identity to Crime Stoppers and if your information leads to an arrest, the recovery of stolen property and/or the seizure of illicit drugs you may be eligible for a cash reward.

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