PRINCE ALBERT — A woman has been arrested and Prince Albert Police Service (PAPS) continues to investigate after an armed robbery that led officers on a pursuit Sunday.
At about 9:45 a.m. on Dec. 21, officers were called to the 500 block of 5th Street East for a reported robbery. Police said a man was robbed of his vehicle at knife point by an unknown male. Officers attended the scene and located the victim, who didn’t appear to have any physical injuries. The vehicle had fled prior to police arrival.
Through their investigation, officers located the vehicle in the area of 14th Avenue West and 19th Street West. Officers activated their emergency equipment and attempted to stop the vehicle, but it didn’t stop. Police observed what appeared to be two males inside the vehicle.
The vehicle was located again shortly after and a pursuit was authorized due to the violent nature of the initial call. During the pursuit, officers successfully deployed a tire deflation device at the intersection of 22nd Street and 15th Avenue East. A second tire deflation device was successfully deployed in the 800 block of 15th Avenue East shortly after. The vehicle continued to evade police until officers disabled it near 4th Avenue West and 38th Street West.
The woman in the vehicle was arrested without further incident. The 26-year-old woman, Amanda Skotheim, has been charged with robbery, evading police, dangerous driving, and possession of property obtained by crime. She is scheduled to appear in Prince Albert Provincial Court on Dec. 22.
“Incidents involving violence and the use of weapons present a serious risk to public safety,” said Chief of Police Patrick Nogier.
“Our officers made measured and lawful decisions throughout this incident to protect the community and bring the situation to a safe conclusion. We will continue to hold those who endanger others accountable while ensuring our actions remain proportionate and grounded in public safety.”
The Prince Albert Police Service is continuing to investigate in relation to this incident and anyone with information that may assist in the investigation is asked to contact police at 306-953-4222. Anonymous tips can be provided to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online.
