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Regina police charge 2 after alleged robbery, forcible confinement at home – Regina

13Mar

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Regina police charge 2 after alleged robbery, forcible confinement at home – Regina

By Andrew Benson Global News Posted March 12, 2023 4:38 pm Descrease article font size Increase article font size A man and a woman in Regina face multiple charges after an alleged robbery and forcible confinement incident. Regina Police were called to an address on the 1000 block of McDonald Street around 10 a.m. on March 11. Read more: Young Regina girl taken to hospital after assault involving several other youths When police arrived at the scene, they found a man who claimed he had been held against his will, assaulted and robbed by a man and woman at a home on t...

Surrey Police Service questions city’s proposed tax hike

20Feb

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Surrey Police Service questions city’s proposed tax hike

Global News Hour at 6 BC Surrey Mayor Brenda Locke says residents could see a double-digit property tax increase this year, largely because of police transition costs. As Catherine Urquhart reports, the Surrey Police Service says the city's numbers don't seem to add up. Source link

Man facing multiple charges after shots fired in Springhill, N.S. apartment – Halifax

29Jan

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Man facing multiple charges after shots fired in Springhill, N.S. apartment – Halifax

A man is facing multiple charges after “a number” of gun shots were fired in a Springhill, N.S. apartment. Cumberland County District RCMP responded to the call at around 1:15 p.m. Saturday on Junction Road and arrested a 54-year-old man.“There was no one else in the residence and no injuries incurred in the incident. The apartment was damaged consistent with bullet holes,” RCMP noted in a news release. Trending Now William Kenneth Matthews has been charged with:Possession of a Firearm (two counts)Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm (two counts)Unsafe Storage of a Firearm (two counts)Careless Use of a Firearm (three counts)Careless Storage of AmmunitionPossession of a Weapon Dangerous to Public Peace (two counts)He was held in custody and is scheduled to appear in A...

Trail B.C., Mountie in hot water over Trudeau parody

11Jan

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Trail B.C., Mountie in hot water over Trudeau parody

Global News Hour at 6 BC A B.C. Mountie has found himself in hot water over videos he's posted regarding Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. The videos raised concerns about political bias in the force. Catherine Urquhart has the response from the RCMP and members of the public. Source link

Youth missing in North Okanagan, RCMP seeking public’s help – Okanagan

3Jan

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Youth missing in North Okanagan, RCMP seeking public’s help – Okanagan

Police in the North Okanagan are requesting the public’s help in finding a missing youth. Vernon RCMP say Garret Joseph Lessard, 12, has not been seen since Monday, Jan. 2 at 3 p.m.Lessard is described as a Caucasian boy who stands five-feet-three-inches tall, weighs 110 pounds and has short brown hair.He was last seen wearing a black hoodie and carrying a black-and-camouflage backpack. Trending Now Trending Now Police say they are concerned for Garret’s health and well-being. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is urged to contact their local police detachment or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or leave a tip online. Story continues below advertisement ...

RCMP arrest carjacking suspect in Kelowna, B.C. following police chase – Okanagan

20Dec

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RCMP arrest carjacking suspect in Kelowna, B.C. following police chase – Okanagan

One person was arrested Monday night following a brief car chase, prompting a major police presence near the intersection of Gordon Dr. and Clement Ave. in Kelowna. Around 6 p.m., police say they were called out to multiple reports of a stolen car driving erratically, with some people reporting the driver was stopping and attempting to carjack other vehicles.“Our officers quickly located the vehicle, it was driving in an extremely erratic fashion,” said Const. James Ward, of BC Highway Patrol.“Our officers stayed back but while observing the vehicle, it hit another vehicle and attempted to carjack that vehicle,” said Const. James Ward, of BC Highway Patrol. Read more: Kelowna Mounties recover 3 stolen vehicles in 1 night Read More ...

Another bout of harsh winter conditions hits central Alberta

18Dec

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Another bout of harsh winter conditions hits central Alberta

Another bout of harsh winter conditions has hit central Alberta as temperatures drop and snow continues to fall. The weather took a turn late Friday night with temperatures hovering round -20 degrees. Snow continues to fall Sunday, coating the roads and highways. Story continues below advertisement RCMP issued a warning Sunday morning for the public to be mindful of poor and worsening road conditions, especially along Highway 2 between Edmonton and Calgary. Trending Now Trending Now There are patches of black ice on the highway between Red Deer and Airdrie, and “changing conditions are affecting visibility and surface traction on the road,” RCMP said.Snowplows are working to clear the highway, police said. RCMP recommended only d...

Alberta’s Crown prosecutors to determine charges under federal Firearms Act: Shandro

15Dec

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Alberta’s Crown prosecutors to determine charges under federal Firearms Act: Shandro

Alberta’s Crown prosecutors will determine whether or not to pursue charges under the federal Firearms Act starting Jan. 1, 2023. Justice Minister Tyler Shandro announced the changes during a news conference Thursday morning, saying the province has the constitutional authority to handle federal criminal law charges.Anyone who obtained their firearm prior to May 2020 will not be prosecuted in Alberta, Shandro said. Anyone who had their firearm reclassified as prohibited on May 1, 2020 will also not be prosecuted, according to a news release on Thursday. Read more: Alberta passes sovereignty act, but first strips out sweeping powers to cabinet Read More Alberta passes sovereignty act, but fir...

Why don’t more Indigenous communities have locally-administered police service?

18Oct

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Why don’t more Indigenous communities have locally-administered police service?

Inspector Clint Healy and Acting Sargeant Tim Daley are quick to say they feel they’re a part of the Tsuut’ina First Nation community. Neither police officer is a member of the first nation. Daley is non-Indigenous and Healy is from nearby Siksika First Nation. As members of the Tsuut’ina Nation Police Service, however, Healy and Daley have worked in the community, south of Calgary, for years.“We’re at all the community events. We’re going to the funerals, helping with the funerals. We’re engaging the schools,” said Healy as he takes a Global National crew for a tour of the reserve.“I think that’s the benefit of having your own community police service,” Daley adds. “We’re all dedicated to being here and we’ve been here a long time. We know the community members and the commun...

Two men arrested by Moose Jaw Police after early morning break in

16Oct

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Two men arrested by Moose Jaw Police after early morning break in

By Andrew Benson Global News Posted October 16, 2022 3:41 pm Descrease article font size Increase article font size Multiple arrests have been made by Moose Jaw Police after an incident that occurred early Saturday morning. Read more: Creighton RCMP see rise in crime in first two weeks of October Read More Creighton RCMP see rise in crime in first two weeks of October Just after 12 a.m., Moose Jaw Police Service respond...