A joint investigation between the Columbia Valley RCMP and the Calgary City Police last Friday (Feb. 21) resulted in the arrest of three adults in Canal Flats.

In the past month Columbia Valley RCMP has been working with Calgary City Police in regard to an investigation of a group now living in Canal Flats that have been active in breaking into vehicles, stealing identification and credit cards then using the credit cards at stores and on line. In some instances using the stolen identification to apply for further credit cards.

The investigation has resulted in numerous charges stemming in Alberta. As a result of the charges in Alberta, warrants were extended into British Columbia for the arrest of these individuals.

Columbia Valley Detachment members are investigating this same group for theft/fraud in relation to stolen identity from a vehicle in Invermere that was later used in Radium Hot Springs. Columbia Valley Detachment, also with the assistance of Calgary Police, will be recommending similar charges when a stolen credit card was used in Cranbrook.

On Feb 21, Columbia Valley Detachment Members executed a warrant in the 4800 block of Burns Avenue in Canal Flats. A 32-year-old male was arrested along with his 31-year-old common law partner, as well as a 52-year-old female.

The 52-year-old female has seven charges outstanding for credit card fraud and possession of stolen property. A second adult male also related to this family has also been charged.

During the search of the residence a quantity of cocaine was seized resulting in Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking charges being laid against the 31-year-old female and 32-year-old male.

A court date of April 7 was given for first appearance in Invermere Provincial Court.

All three persons remain in custody waiting transportation back to Calgary.

Columbia Valley RCMP

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