Red Deer auto theft operation nets 21 arrests, four stolen vehicles
A two-day police operation in Red Deer resulted in 21 arrests, the recovery of four stolen vehicles and the seizure of four weapons, including a firearm.
The Red Deer RCMP Crime Reduction Team led the Targeted Response to Auto Theft project on Dec. 11 and 12, focusing on recovering stolen vehicles, apprehending those responsible and executing outstanding warrants.
Officers executed 31 outstanding warrants and laid new charges against three people, according to Red Deer RCMP.
The Downtown Patrol Unit, Traffic Services, Police Dog Services, RCMP Air Services and Alberta’s Fugitive Apprehension Sheriff Support Team assisted with the operation.
Brandon Kotowski, 28, was arrested on multiple outstanding warrants stemming from charges in Rocky Mountain House, Stettler and Lacombe. Travis Casaway, 38, was arrested on outstanding warrants out of Red Deer.
Anyone with information about criminal activity in Red Deer is asked to contact Red Deer RCMP at 403-406-2200 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477.
Missing persons, crime, accidents, fire, death investigations and more.
RCMP Crime Map
View approximate locations of thefts, break and enters, missing persons and high-crime areas in Alberta here.
If you see a crime in progress or need police assistance in an emergency, call 911.
Anonymous reporting through Crime Stoppers and cash rewards
Crime Stoppers allows tip sharing without disclosing personal information. An ID number and password are provided to follow up on tip status or add details.
Cash rewards up to $2,000 may be available for tips leading to an arrest. Higher payouts apply to serious crimes like murder, sexual assault, drug and weapon seizures, and human trafficking.
Call in your tip: 1-800-222-8477 Submit tip online
Online crime reporting (under $5,000)
If you are the victim of property crime such as theft or vandalism under $5,000, online reporting is available 24/7.
Contact your local RCMP or Crime Stoppers with information about illegal activity.
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Red Deer auto theft operation nets 21 arrests, four stolen vehicles
A two-day police operation in Red Deer resulted in 21 arrests, the recovery of four stolen vehicles and the seizure of four weapons, including a firearm.
The Red Deer RCMP Crime Reduction Team led the Targeted Response to Auto Theft project on Dec. 11 and 12, focusing on recovering stolen vehicles, apprehending those responsible and executing outstanding warrants.
Officers executed 31 outstanding warrants and laid new charges against three people, according to Red Deer RCMP.
The Downtown Patrol Unit, Traffic Services, Police Dog Services, RCMP Air Services and Alberta’s Fugitive Apprehension Sheriff Support Team assisted with the operation.
Brandon Kotowski, 28, was arrested on multiple outstanding warrants stemming from charges in Rocky Mountain House, Stettler and Lacombe. Travis Casaway, 38, was arrested on outstanding warrants out of Red Deer.
Anyone with information about criminal activity in Red Deer is asked to contact Red Deer RCMP at 403-406-2200 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477.
Missing persons, crime, accidents, fire, death investigations and more.
RCMP Crime Map
View approximate locations of thefts, break and enters, missing persons and high-crime areas in Alberta here.
If you see a crime in progress or need police assistance in an emergency, call 911.
Anonymous reporting through Crime Stoppers and cash rewards
Crime Stoppers allows tip sharing without disclosing personal information. An ID number and password are provided to follow up on tip status or add details.
Cash rewards up to $2,000 may be available for tips leading to an arrest. Higher payouts apply to serious crimes like murder, sexual assault, drug and weapon seizures, and human trafficking.
Call in your tip: 1-800-222-8477 Submit tip online
Online crime reporting (under $5,000)
If you are the victim of property crime such as theft or vandalism under $5,000, online reporting is available 24/7.
Contact your local RCMP or Crime Stoppers with information about illegal activity.
- Pincher Creek RCMP – 403-627-6000
- Crowsnest Pass RCMP – 403-562-2866
- Piikani Nation RCMP – 403-965-2000
- Other Alberta detachments
- Canadian RCMP detachments
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