LLOYDMINSTER – A coordinated, multi-agency law enforcement operation last week in Lloydminster Alta., and Sask., resulted in dozens of charges, arrests, and vehicle seizures as police targeted non-compliant drivers, people with outstanding arrest warrants and people who had ongoing enforcement issues.
From July 16 to 19, the Lloydminster RCMP, Lloydminster Community Police Officers, Alberta Sheriffs, RCMP K Division Air Services, Lloydminster RCMP Police Dog Services, F Division Crime Reduction Team, Eastern Alberta Crime Reduction Unit, Alberta Law Enforcement Response Team and the Wilton Police Service all jointly participated in enforcement action in the city targeting provincial and federal offenders.
More than 350 vehicles were stopped; 98 provincial violation tickets issued; 4 vehicles seized; 8 impaired operation charges laid; and 11 additional Criminal Code charges laid. Thirty-two warrants for arrest were executed. In addition, various offences such as bylaw contraventions, suspended drivers and stolen property were dealt with.
“Operations such as this deter crime in addition to making drivers become more aware of obeying traffic laws, thus making our city safer” said Cst. Jason Decoste of the Lloydminster RCMP. “By bringing in partner agencies and other RCMP units we are able to effectively enforce laws with the ultimate goals of crime reduction and enhanced safety for all residents.”
Anyone wishing to provide information on any criminal activity is asked to contact the Lloydminster RCMP at 780-808-8400 or your local police. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.P3Tips.com. To report crime online, or for access to RCMP news and information, download the Alberta RCMP app through Apple or Google Play. To contact RCMP non-emergency line within any Alberta RCMP Jurisdiction call 310-RCMP(7267).
