The Cranbrook RCMP received 8,894 reports in 2024, a seven per cent increase from 2023.
While there was an increase overall, multiple categories decreased in 2024.
Assaults went from 311 in 2023 to 283, mischief dropped from 282 reports to 238 and there were 225 motor vehicle accidents, down from 258.
Thefts from vehicles increased from 123 to 177, break and enters jumped from 74 to 99 and sexualized offences claimed from 39 to 49.
In the fourth quarter, the RCMP were involved in a couple of important investigations.
A traffic stop led to the seizure of a significant number of illicit narcotics and the detachment assisted the Creston RCMP in locating and arresting an individual wanted on a Canada-wide warrant for murder.
“2024 presented a number of policing challenges, including a number of significant events and investigations occurring alongside an overall increase in calls for service. In the face of these challenges, Cranbrook RCMP members and support staff displayed the impressive commitment and dedication we have come to expect from them, adapting to continue to provide an exceptional level of service to the community,” said S/Sgt. Barry Graham.
“In order to respond to community concerns, we have significantly increased the number of joint patrols with Bylaw staff, removed 42 impaired drivers from the road and continued to pursue those who traffic illicit narcotics as part of a proactive approach to public safety.”
In 2024, the detachment held 569 prisoners, submitted 373 reports to crown counsel and issued 101 traffic violation tickets.
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