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Drunk driver faces variety of charges

n the past two weeks the Rimbey RCMP responded to 80 calls for service,

In the past two weeks the Rimbey RCMP responded to 80 calls for service, consisting of child abuse, domestic assaults, thefts, mischiefs and break and enters.

A 35-year-old resident of Rimbey was impaired when he crashed into his neighbour’s car while trying to park his truck. The suspect, believing it was the neighbour’s fault for being so inconsiderate as to park legally on the public road in front of his own house, threatened to kill the neighbor. The suspect is facing uttering threats, impaired driving and driving while unauthorized charges. If convicted this will be his fourth impaired driving conviction.

Downtown thefts

On June 4 a newer blue Ford F150 was used in the attempted theft of an ATM at a local hotel. The same night a repair shop across from the post office was broken into and several chainsaws were stolen. The investigation into these events is ongoing.

Lock up your bikes

In the past few weeks the RCMP have received several reports of bicycles being stolen. Two suspects have been identified and charges are pending in some of the thefts. Please ensure that bicycles are not left in front yards unattended.

Pursuit ends with police dog’s help

On May 25, a man stole a Bobcat from Rimbey, using a stolen truck from Saskatchewan. A pursuit of the suspect ensued, involving numerous neighboring detachments. A spike belt and police dog were deployed and Kenneth Fawcett, 32, of Lethbridge was arrested. He is facing numerous charges related to this offence, he was also wanted on numerous warrants from across Alberta. Fawcett has been remanded in custody.

Domestic violence incidents

A 30year-old woman is facing assault charges after attacking her ex-boyfriend. In another case of domestic violence, a 64-year-old man is facing charges after breaching a no contact order against his ex-wife after a previous assault charge. The Victim Services Unit is assisting the RCMP.

Library vote turns nasty

The recent library relocation debate has taken a turn for the nasty, as an unknown suspect or suspects damaged a vehicle belonging to a person on the Yes side. The investigation is ongoing.

If you have any information regarding this or any other crimes, call the Rimbey RCMP at (403) 843-2224 or Crime Stoppers 1-800-222-8477, #8477 on Telus Mobility or *8477 on Rogers AT&T.

Crime Stoppers is a community program that does work. Do your part and call now.