Crime News in Alberta

The current COVID-19 pandemic measures and the restrictions have significantly changed how we interact with our loved ones. Over the past year Albertans of all ages experienced social isolation and felt the effects of loneliness.

In Alberta on average, there are about 2500 calls for service relating to sexual violence each year. In 2020, there were 2,973 sexual offences reported to the Alberta RCMP

Alberta RCMP province crime prevention tips to protect properties this spring. As spring arrives and warm weather is welcomed, Albertans will start to spend more time outdoors away from home, including their seasonal properties

Fraud continues to be one of the leading forms of crime in Canada. In 2020, there were 42,000 reported cases with over $100 millions dollars in losses. Unfortunately, 90% of fraud is perpetrated by family and caregivers exploiting seniors.

Auto theft can happen at any time. A stolen vehicle causes a lot of stress and inconvenience to the victims. Approximately 200 cars are stolen per day in Canada.

Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) is a set of principles around property design to deter criminal activity. The goal of CPTED is to reduce the opportunities for crime to occur.

Alberta RCMP is raising awareness of the dangers of human trafficking and exploitation. Together with local RCMP detachments, we create a strong awareness to spread the messages on how to better protect yourself and others from these types of crime.

Scammers can target anyone, protect yourself from becoming a victim of fraud. Together, with local RCMP detachments, we create a strong awareness to spread the messages on how to better protect yourself from these types of crime.

March is Fraud Prevention Month. A crime prevention initiative aimed at educating and informing consumers and communities on how to recognize, report, and stop fraud. Identity theft and fraud continue to rise every year.

You may have heard or read about a few companies that were discussed heavily on social media and Reddit, surging in value seemingly overnight. These are referred to as “meme stocks” in the news and online.