October 15
At approximately 6:20 p.m., police attended a downtown business regarding a dispute between a 34-year-old female and her 41-year-old ex-husband. Officers spoke with both parties and successfully mediated the situation. No further action was required.
October 16
Theft
At approximately 11:15 a.m., police responded to a local hotel following a report that $275 in cash had been stolen. Officers reviewed video surveillance and determined the theft had occurred at approximately 3:00 a.m. A 40-year-old male suspect was identified and arrested.
Following the arrest, officers recovered the stolen cash and located a credit card belonging to another individual. Further investigation revealed the male was wanted on four outstanding warrants from Red Deer, Calgary, and Sylvan Lake for theft and mischief-related offences. The accused was held in custody for a Judicial Interim Release hearing.
October 17
Police responded to numerous calls for service throughout the afternoon related to high winds and storm-related issues within the city.
At approximately 1:33 a.m., police received a 911 complaint regarding a possible impaired driver operating a vehicle with only three wheels. Officers located the vehicle and arrested a 22-year-old male driver after he failed a roadside screening test. The driver received an Immediate Roadside Sanction (IRS) and the vehicle was seized.
At approximately 6:20 p.m., police received a report of a dog attack in the area of 56 Street and 51 Avenue. Officers spoke with the owner of the injured dog and the investigation remains ongoing.
During a traffic stop involving a 37-year-old male driver, officers observed unstamped tobacco products inside the vehicle. A subsequent search resulted in the seizure of a small quantity of methamphetamine. A Drug Recognition Expert attended and the driver failed mandatory testing. Charges were laid and the vehicle was towed.
At approximately 7:15 p.m., police attended a residence after receiving a complaint involving intoxication-related disturbances between roommates. After speaking with both parties, they agreed to separate for the evening.
Police assisted Emergency Medical Services after a 25-year-old male called 911 reporting medical distress following the consumption of an illicit substance. The male was transported to hospital for treatment.
October 18
Arrest on Warrant
Police arrested a 26-year-old male on outstanding probation-related warrants. He was held in custody pending a Judicial Interim Release hearing.
Assault
Police responded to a disturbance at a residence in the South Trailer Park. Following an investigation, a 44-year-old male was arrested for assault in relation to the incident. During the arrest, the male became combative and assaulted a police officer while resisting arrest.
The male was charged with Assault, Assaulting a Peace Officer, and Resisting Arrest. He was transported to Camrose Police Service cells and later released on conditions.
October 19
Theft
A local retail business reported a theft involving a female suspect. Officers reviewed video surveillance and identified the 38-year-old female. At the request of the business, police will be serving the individual with a Trespass Notice.
October 20
At approximately 11:00 a.m., police attempted to stop a vehicle for traffic-related offences. The driver failed to stop and fled at a high rate of speed.
A short time later, officers located the suspect vehicle parked near the intersection of Highway 26 and Range Road 834. Two individuals associated with the vehicle were arrested. A third individual fled the area on foot.
An extensive search was conducted involving members of the Camrose Police Service, Camrose RCMP, RCMP Crime Reduction Unit, RCMP Police Dog Services, RCMP Air Services, and the Camrose Police Service RPAS (Drone) Unit.
Despite extensive search efforts, the third suspect was not located but has been identified. The investigation remains ongoing and charges are anticipated.
October 21
Police received a complaint regarding a theft in the 4600 block of 65 Street. Investigators obtained a licence plate associated with the incident and the matter remains under investigation.
Police responded to a report of a theft from a west-end business that occurred overnight. Officers gathered evidence, including video surveillance, and efforts are underway to identify the suspect.
At approximately 6:20 p.m., police received a complaint of a vehicle being driven erratically in a west-end parking lot. Officers located the vehicle and the youth driver. The driver was issued a Trespass Notice for the property.