A coordinated four-day law enforcement operation in Lloydminster has resulted in dozens of charges, vehicle seizures, and arrests, as police agencies joined forces to crack down on non-compliance and repeat offenders in the border city.
Between July 16 and July 19, multiple law enforcement units participated in the targeted effort, including Lloydminster RCMP, Community Police Officers, Alberta Sheriffs, RCMP K Division Air Services, RCMP Police Dog Services, Saskatchewan’s F Division Crime Reduction Team, the Eastern Alberta Crime Reduction Unit, Alberta Law Enforcement Response Team (ALERT), and the Wilton Police Service.
The operation focused on locating individuals with outstanding arrest warrants, addressing chronic enforcement concerns, and targeting traffic-related violations throughout the city.
According to police, the results included:
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More than 350 vehicle stops
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98 provincial traffic violation tickets issued
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Four vehicles seized
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Eight impaired driving charges laid
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11 additional Criminal Code charges laid
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32 outstanding arrest warrants executed
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Additional offences related to suspended driving, bylaw violations, and possession of stolen property
“Operations such as this deter crime in addition to making drivers become more aware of obeying traffic laws, thus making our city safer,” said Cst. Jason Decoste of the Lloydminster RCMP. “By bringing in partner agencies and other RCMP units, we are able to effectively enforce laws with the ultimate goals of crime reduction and enhanced safety for all residents.”
Police are encouraging anyone with information related to criminal activity to contact Lloydminster RCMP at 780-808-8400 or their local detachment. Anonymous tips can be provided through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.P3Tips.com.
Residents can also report crime online and stay informed through the Alberta RCMP app, available on Apple and Google Play. For non-emergency matters within Alberta RCMP jurisdictions, the public is encouraged to call 310-RCMP (7267).