(rdnewsNOW/Josh Hall)

By Josh Hall (Twitter: @Vancan19)

targeted efforts

More than 200 arrests made in Red Deer’s Downtown this summer

Sep 13, 2019 | 10:52 AM

Red Deer RCMP have made 214 arrests in the Downtown this summer.

Several units, including general duty, the downtown unit, traffic, and community peace officers participated in the targeted enforcement efforts.

With the arrests, 422 criminal charges were laid, there were 364 warrants executed, and 31 stolen vehicles were recovered. Another 574 provincial tickets were handed out, and police responded to six bylaw offences over their 1,337 patrol hours.

“Downtown is a priority area in the RCMP’s Annual Policing Plan. By establishing target-based enforcement in the Downtown, our officers were able to make inroads into reducing crime in the downtown,” said Staff Sergeant Jeff McBeth, Acting Operations Officer.

“The success in Red Deer’s downtown over the summer is a result of a strategic, targeted focus, and the dedication of our officers to the community. We are committed to ensuring the Downtown remains one of our top priorities and our continued efforts will ensure that it is safe and enjoyable for everyone.”

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More information on current crime prevention strategies is at reddeer.ca/rcmp.