Valleyview RCMP have been investigating multiple copper wire thefts from different oilfield sites in Western Alberta, which have caused a significant amount of damages and a loss of revenue. In March 2021, Valleyview RCMP developed leads linking a number of local individuals to multiple thefts, which occurred in the Valleyview area.
On March 31, 2022, a search warrant was executed by the Valleyview RCMP, the RCMP - Western Alberta Crime Reduction Unit, and the Grande Prairie Police Dog Services Unit on a residence in Valleyview, Alta. Police located and seized copper wire, wire casings, break-in instruments, tools used to cut and strip copper wire, and a previously stolen de-energizing pole specific to the Oil Field industry.
A 43-year-old individual of Valleyview and a 41-year-old individual of Valleyview have been charged with two counts each of:
- Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000
Both individuals are currently wanted by the Valleyview RCMP in relation to these crimes.
If you have information relating to this or any other crime, please contact the Valleyview RCMP detachment at (780) 524-3345. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers by phone at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com, or by using the "P3 Tips" app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.