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RCMP have arrested and charged two people in connection with a string of break-ins targeting cannabis dispensaries, liquor stores and homes across southern Alberta.
In a written statement, the RCMP said the Southern Alberta District Crime Reduction Unit (SAD CRU) became aware in April 2025 of a "series of commercial break and enters in Southern Alberta." The unit began an investigation.
"The suspects targeted cannabis dispensaries, liquor stores, convenience stores and other rural Alberta businesses," the statement said. "The suspects also began targeting houses in Banff to steal bikes and homes in Chestermere, targeting open garages and vehicles."
According to the RCMP, "the crew of suspects used stolen vehicles to commit these break and enters in various locations in Southern Alberta."
On May 2, 2025, SAD CRU arrested Chaylee Eagle Plume Bruised Head, 36, a resident of the Blood Tribe First Nation, and James Tylor Stuart, 38, a resident of Calgary.
"At the time of their arrest, Eagle Plume Bruised Head and Stuart were in possession of two stolen vehicles," the statement said.
Eagle Plume Bruised Head was charged with:
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Break and enter (x7)
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Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000 (x4)
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Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000 (x3)
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Failing to comply with release orders (x5)
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Wearing a disguise to commit an offence
James Tylor Stuart was charged with:
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Break and enter (x2)
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Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000
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Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000 (x2)
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Failing to comply with release orders (x4)
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Wearing a disguise to commit an offence
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Possession of break in tools
Both accused were remanded into custody.
Chaylee Eagle Plume Bruised Head is scheduled to appear on May 16, 2025, at the Alberta Court of Justice in Calgary.
James Tylor Stuart is scheduled to appear on May 30, 2025, at the Alberta Court of Justice in Okotoks.
"Using our analysts and a more intelligence-based approach we are able to identify and focus our enforcement efforts on these repeat offenders," said Cst. Katelyn Dagg of SAD CRU. "It is through this approach that we can have the largest impact on reducing crime."
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