Calgary man charged when Chestermere RCMP traffic stop reveals stolen vehicle

An RCMP patch is seen on the shoulder of an assistant commissioner, in Surrey, B.C., on Friday, April 28, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

A Calgary man has been charged after a Chestermere traffic stop revealed he was in a stolen vehicle.

On Oct. 11, a Chestermere RCMP officer was conducting proactive patrols in the community when one driver allegedly fled during an attempted traffic stop.

Police didn’t give chase for public safety reasons but say they were able to locate the vehicle and arrest a suspect after he abandoned it on the street.

An investigation revealed the vehicle had been reported stolen in Calgary.

A 46-year-old Calgary man was charged with dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000, possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000 and five different traffic offences.

The man is scheduled to appear in court on Oct. 22.

A second suspect has been identified with help from the Calgary police.

A warrant is being sought for the second suspect’s arrest.

Anyone with information about this or other suspicious activity in the Chestermere area is asked to contact Chestermere RCMP at 403-204-8777.

Those wishing to remain anonymous can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, online or by downloading the P3 Tips app.