RCMP investigate theft

The Claresholm RCMP are seeking the public’s assistance in solving a recent theft in Stavely. On Wednesday, June 3, there was a report of theft of rubber mats that occurred overnight at the Stavely Elementary School playground which was in the final stages of construction. Anyone with information on this crime, or any other, is encouraged to contact Claresholm RCMP at 403-625-4445 … Read more

RCMP investigate hit and run

The Claresholm RCMP are seeking the public’s assistance in finding the person responsible for a recent hit and run. On June 3, the police were notified of a hit and run collision. At approximately 7 p.m., a black jeep was parked in front of Canadian Pizza Unlimited on 51st Avenue West. While parked there, a second vehicle backed away and collided … Read more

RCMP investigating theft

By Rob Vogt,, Local Press Writer The Claresholm RCMP are seeking the public’s assistance in solving a recent theft. Between Aug. 2 and Aug. 3, a red Pelican Explorer canoe was taken from a residential property located at the intersection of 51st Avenue and Fifth Street West in Claresholm without the owner’s consent. If anyone has information on this crime, or … Read more

RCMP warns of fake US $100 bills

By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer The Claresholm RCMP are warning people to be on the look out for counterfeit American $100 bills. The Claresholm RCMP issued a statement on Jan. 11 that they have received information from a neighbouring police detachment that has had a few complaints of counterfeit $100 US bills being passed around. The police are asking … Read more

STARS Air Ambulance scam going around again

By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer A scam where people receive a phone call from someone claiming to be from STARS Air Ambulance, is making the rounds again. Last week, there were reports that Claresholm residents have been receiving calls from scammers claiming to be associated with the STARS lottery. Unfortunately, these calls are not legitimate but the caller cannot be tracked. … Read more

RCMP make arrests for stolen property, drugs, outstanding warrants

By Rob Vogt, Local Press Writer The Claresholm RCMP have laid several arrests after a Christmas day investigation uncovered stolen property, drugs, and outstanding warrants. On Dec. 25, 2018, the Claresholm RCMP were made aware of a stolen vehicle from Okotoks that was equipped with GPS tracking. It was located at a residence in Claresholm. Police then tracked the suspects … Read more