Smoky Lake RCMP seize stolen property amid ‘spike’ in related crime - Edmonton

Property Crimes a focus for 2025

Property crimes was a focus of discussion for a recent RCMP delegation to Vauxhall council.

Smoky Lake RCMP seize stolen property amid ‘spike’ in related crime - Edmonton

Police say they found the goods using a 'bait trap,' part of their strategy to try and crack down on property crimes in the area.

Cochrane sees 9% crime increase, driven by property offenses

Crime in the town has increased by nine per cent compared to the same time in 2024, with property-related crimes being the main contributor to the rise. Cochrane RCMP members responded to 18 cases of spousal abuse in February. (RCMP Insp. Dave Brunner at CochraneNow) .captiontext { font-size:90%;font-style: italic;margin-right:20px; } Cochrane has seen a mixed bag of crime trends during January and February of 2025, according to Cochrane RCMP In…