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Man facing numerous charges after flights from police
On Oct. 16, Kimberley RCMP arrested a 26-year-old male for driving while prohibited, dangerous driving and flight from police.
The subject, known to police, appeared in Court on Friday, Oct. 18 and has been remanded in custody until his next appearance Monday, October 21.
The subject became the focus of a break and enter investigation that was reported on Tuesday, Oct 15. Video surveillance of the incident showed two males and a white vehicle.
Police were on the lookout for the vehicle and it was spotted late on Oct 15, but it fled when police tried to stop it. Thanks to a tip from the public on Oct. 17, police were able to determine a possible suspect.
Police spotted the vehicle again on the afternoon of Oct. 16 and attempted a traffic stop, again it fled. In both incidents police did not pursue the vehicle due to safety concerns, reported Sgt. Chris Newel, Kimberley RCMP Detachment commander.
Police were able to locate the suspect later and made an arrest and the vehicle was seized. A search located stolen property, the majority being copper wire. He attended court charged on Oct. 18, charged with two counts of Flight from Police, Dangerous Driving and Drive While Disqualified.
Three search warrants were subsequently executed; on the vehicle, a shed and the residence he was residing in. More stolen property was recovered along with evidence related to the break and enter reported on Tuesday, Oct. 15.
The investigation was a combined effort between Kimberley General Duty members and the Cranbrook/Kimberley Crime Reduction Unit with assistance from Police Dog Service, Sgt. Newel said.
New charges have been approved by Crown Counsel including two counts of Fail to Comply with Probation Order, Possession of Stolen Property and Possession of Ammunition while being prohibited.
The subject was in Kelowna but has connections to Kimberley, he recently returned after being gone for several years. In the last few months there was a spike in thefts in Kimberley and police are following up to determine if there is a link to the other incidents, Sgt. Newel said.
“Officers put considerable time and effort into gathering evidence for court. The work and dedication shown is a testament to their commitment for a safer community,” he added.
Lead image: Some of the copper wiring recovered. RCMP photo
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