Richard Froese
South Peace News
Peace Regional RCMP is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying and locating a suspect who stole a vehicle and ran from police May 3 in Peace River.
While conducting patrols, RCMP saw a vehicle in a ditch from a distance, says a news release May 6. As the officer got closer to the vehicle, an individual was seen running away, says Peace Regional RCMP Const. Julie-Ann Strilaiff, public information officer.
“RCMP contacted the registered owner of the vehicle, who had not yet realized their vehicle had been stolen,” Strilaiff says.
“Despite attempts from Police Dog Services and Remotely Piloted Aircraft Services, the individual was not located.”
The vehicle was stolen from Peace River in the area of 88 St. sometime from April 30 to May 3 before 11 p.m. when it was located by police.
RCMP advise citizens living in that area to check their surveillance in hopes of identifying the individual(s) who took the vehicle, Strilaiff says.
The vehicle a dark blue 2004 Jeep that has a black hardtop. The black hardtop remained missing.
The investigation continues and police thank citizens who have assisted.
Anyone with information in relation to the incident or suspect is requested to contact Peace Regional RCMP at (780) 624-6611 or local police.
Anyone who wishes to remain anonymous may contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8377 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips. com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.