After several months of investigation, police have charged two men with possession of child pornography.
One 22-year-old Ponoka man was charged as well as a man from Fort McMurray, say police. Initially investigators received a report Sept. 11 that the Ponoka man, whose name was not released, was found to be in possession of child pornography.
Further investigations led to the charge of a Fort McMurray man as well. The first court appearance of the accused is set for Friday, March 4 at Ponoka Provincial Court.
Theft of animal tags
Police are investigating the theft of animal tags from VJV Auction Mart.
The incident occurred sometime between the dates of Jan. 20 to Feb. 18.
Traffic lights mischief
After traffic lights on Chipman Avenue and 50 Street stopped functioning Thursday, Feb. 18 motorists called police to determine the issue.
It is believed culprits may have scampered up the traffic lights and unplugged the camera. Police are investigating.
Jack-knifed semi
Wintry road conditions are believed to have been the cause of two collisions Feb. 19 on Highway 2.
Members of the Ponoka Integrated Traffic Unit were called to jack-knifed semi tractor just north of Secondary Highway 12 and while enroute, a call came that another semi was blocking the lanes at the Highway 53 exit. No injuries were reported from the incidents.
Impaired driver
Police charged a woman with impaired driving after a vehicle check found her to have a warrant for her arrest.
The officer pulled the driver of the vehicle over on Feb. 20 and she was also charged with driving without a licence. the passenger was arrested for possession of a weapon after finding brass knuckles on their person.