RCMP says a recent partnership helped clear the streets of crime.
Officers from Drumheller, Strathmore, the Alberta Sheriff Highway Patrol, and peace officers from Drumheller, Kneehill County, and Wheatland County helped with the initiative.
According to an RCMP news release, it was meant to find wanted people with warrants, conduct court condition checks on previously charged criminals, help deal with crime, and increase traffic enforcement.
"As a result of the operation, a total of 33 traffic tickets were issued, four traffic warnings were issued, a 72-hour drivers licence suspension was issued related to alcohol, and contraband cigarettes were seized during a traffic stop," wrote RCMP.
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Nine arrest warrants were completed on three wanted people and 10 compliance checks were done on people bound by court conditions. Police say it resulted in five charges being laid.
Fifteen tickets were also given out for speeding, and seven were handed out to drivers for using a phone while on the road along with a long list of other charges.
Staff Sgt. Robert Harms with Drumheller RCMP said, “Operation Street Sweep continues to be a success and a major contributor to safety in our communities. This is another example of the RCMP and our valued partners working together to address community concerns and policing priorities.”
Residents can report crime to Drumheller RCMP at 403-823-7590 or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).