Richard Froese
South Peace News
Peace Regional RCMP is asking for the public’s assistance about a dark green 2008 BMW reported stolen May 3 from Nampa in the area of Highway 2.
Sometime during the day, the vehicle was reported stolen, says a news release May 6.
“The owner had been alerted by diligent community members that their home appeared to be broken into, which is when it was realized that the vehicle was also missing,” says Const. Julie-Ann Strilaiff, public information officer.
RCMP were made aware of the stolen vehicle and learned that citizens had seen the vehicle in and around Peace River, eventually leading to the BMW being located in the area of 101 Ave. near the area of Peace River Community Health Centre. However no suspect was located.
Police seek information from people who may have seen the vehicle at any location or seen the driver of the vehicle since much of that information was not directly reported to police.
RCMP remind everyone that dealing with stolen vehicles causes significant risk.
“Police are trained for these situations and carry intervention options to protect themselves and the community against those willing to commit crimes,” Strilaiff says.
“Actively engaging with someone in possession of a stolen vehicle can put you at great risk.
“There is no telling the mental state of someone who has stolen a vehicle and what they may be willing to do to avoid apprehension, so extreme caution is suggested in those situations.”
The investigation continues and police thank citizens who 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.