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November 2024 Incident

Man sentenced in Red Deer stolen firearm and property investigation

Jul 22, 2026 | 11:06 AM

One of two people charged in a Red Deer stolen firearm and property investigation has been sentenced to nearly two-and-a-half years in jail. 

Joshua Christopher Severin, 33, of Red Deer, was sentenced in Red Deer Court of Justice on July 21, 2026, after being convicted on one count each of possession of firearm knowing its possession is unauthorized, and possession of prohibited firearm contrary to order. 

Severin’s 910-day sentence, however, was reduced to 157 days after being given credit for 753 days in custody. He was also given a firearm prohibition. 

Severin’s co-accused, Shelby Meagan Krause, 34, also of Red Deer, had all six of her charges withdrawn.   

It was Nov. 13, 2024, when Red Deer RCMP say they observed an individual driving a vehicle while allegedly prohibited to do so. In the interest of public safety, members did not pursue the vehicle, opting to locate the suspect the next day following surveillance. 

Two arrests were made at that time and a subsequent search warrant was executed on the vehicle in question, a hotel room, and a residence reportedly connected to the individuals. 

Police reported the recovery of various alleged stolen items, including a loaded handgun, a long gun, and a stolen license plate. 

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