Word on the Street: Viking RCMP report

   On Oct. 26 police received a complaint of a theft that had occurred sometime over the previous weekend.

    The complainant advised unknown suspects had attended an oilfield site and stole a large compressor.  The investigation into this matter is continuing.
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    On Oct. 28, police were advised of a break and enter that had occurred overnight at a business in Bruce. 

    The culprits gained entry to the building and stole a small amount of cash. Police are continuing their investigation.
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    Later that night, police attempted to initiate a traffic stop on a speeding vehicle eastbound on Highway 14.

     The vehicle in question, a Ford F150 pickup, failed to stop and fled from police at a high rate of speed.  A brief pursuit ensued however, was called off due to the high speeds involved and the potential risk to public safety.

For more see the Nov. 3/15 Weekly Review