Bashaw RCMP investigated several stolen vehicle files recently.
On Feb. 16 a Dodge Caravan was located in the ditch along Highway 12 near Alix. Checks revealed the van was stolen out of Edmonton.
Ford pickup stolen and located
On Feb. 20, a Ford pickup was reported stolen from a home near Mirror. The truck was located and recovered in Beaumont two days later, say police.
ATV stolen
On Feb. 27, police say a light blue 2009 Arctic Cat ATV was stolen from a county residence near Bashaw. Contact Bashaw RCMP with any information on the file.
Rural crime prevention tips
Crime prevention is a shared responsibility, say police.
Residents are reminded of their role in preventing criminal activity:
• Lock up houses, sheds, vehicles and any other property that is easily accessible.
• Never leave running vehicles unlocked. Nearly half of the vehicle thefts in Alberta over the past year have had the keys left inside.
• Take photos and record serial numbers of property.
• If you see or suspect suspicious activity notify police immediately.
Telephone scams
The RCMP are receiving numerous complaints of telephone scams.
Those being targeted are primarily seniors with unknown suspects calling and claiming to be with Revenue Canada, the RCMP or many other associations in an attempt to obtain money.
Police advise residents to be aware of the risks.
“Do not send money or provide any banking information to them.”
“There is no need to report these phone calls unless you have already provided your credit card information or if you are missing money,” say RCMP.
People can also contact Canada’s Fraud Prevention Centre at www.antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca.
If you have any information regarding any of the above mentioned incidents that may lead to an arrest, please contact your local RCMP Detachment at 780-372-3793 during business hours or Crime Stoppers Tips at 1-800-222-8477.