Alberta

Camrose Pair Charged After Hotel Vehicle Break-In and Card Fraud Attempt

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September 22, 2026 1:35 pm

Camrose Police Service has charged two people after a wallet was stolen from a vehicle at a local hotel on September 2, 2026, and a stolen credit card was later used in an attempted purchase.

Officers received a report of a vehicle break-in that morning. Witnesses described a man and a woman leaving the vehicle. Later that same day, the victim reported an attempted purchase using one of the stolen cards at a local retail business.

Police located a 39-year-old man and a 38-year-old woman matching witness descriptions. Both are charged with Possession of Stolen Property Under $5,000 and Unauthorized Use of a Stolen Credit Card.

The accused were released on appearance documents and are scheduled to appear in court at a later date.

The Camrose Police Service encourages residents to report property crimes promptly, as witness cooperation and quick reporting can help identify suspects and link related offences.

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