Taber police say they have made multiple arrests connected to a series of break-and-enter and property crimes that have hit local businesses over the past few weeks. The Taber Police Service announced the arrests on June 18, detailing incidents dating back to early June.
Two people were taken into custody and linked to a break-in that happened on June 7. Officers then made another arrest on June 13 as part of the ongoing investigation. On June 15, police responded to a break-and-enter in progress at a business in the 6300 block of 50th Street and arrested a suspect at the scene.
The charges laid include break and enter, trespassing at night, and failing to comply with probation orders. Under Canada’s Criminal Code, trespassing at night involves loitering or prowling on someone else’s property near a home without a lawful reason.
The Taber Police Service, led by Chief Dr. Graham Abela, serves a town of about 9,200 residents in southern Alberta. The service has 18 sworn officers and 10 civilian support staff, and is overseen by a civilian police commission.
Property crimes like break-and-enters can have a big impact in smaller communities, and residents and business owners have been concerned about the recent string of incidents. Police say these arrests are a direct result of their efforts to address those concerns and hold those responsible accountable.
