Viking RCMP reports driver of Mercedes SUV flags traffic with attempted scam – Word on the Street

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On February 10, police received a request to check on the wellbeing of a person in Viking who had not been heard from in two weeks. The complainant advised the subject’s driveway was all blown in which was unusual. Police attended the residence of the person in question and he was fine. The complainant was updated.

That same morning, police assisted EMCON with an abandoned trailer on Highway 14. Members located the trailer in a pull-out blocking any other trucks from accessing the pull-out. The trailer was towed.

In the early morning of February 11, police responded to assist EMS with a suicidal male. When members arrived, the male had consumed medication and was unconscious. The male was transported to the Viking Health Centre and later transported to Red Deer hospital for further care.

On February 12 police advised of a breach of court conditions. After speaking with all the parties involved, police determined there was not enough evidence to pursue the charges.

Later that afternoon, police received a complaint of threats being uttered. The complainant advised he was receiving texts from an acquaintance stating he was going to harm the complainant’s family. Police could not proceed with charges due to the lack of evidence to support the charge. The complainant was notified.

That same afternoon, police received complaints of a subject on Highway 14 driving a white SUV Mercedes flagging down vehicles. The complainant advised a man approached their vehicles stating he needed money for gas and was offering them a gold ring. The complainants realized it as a scam and did not provide any money to the subject and alerted the police. Members made extensive patrols in the area and were unable to locate a vehicle of that description.

That evening police responded to a suspicious person near the Health Centre. The subject was noted on cameras around the facility. Members made patrols and were unable to locate the subject.

In the early morning hours of February 13, police responded to a break and enter in progress in Bruce. Members attended the residence and no signs of a break in were found. The homeowner was spoken to and felt he heard voices in his garage. Members were unable to locate any subjects or signs of a break and enter. Police discussed various types of security measures with the complainant.

That afternoon, police received a complaint of harassment. The complainant advised of subjects continually calling their business requesting information on guests. The complainant did not want to proceed with any charges at this time.

That evening, police responded to a complaint of suspicious subjects at a business in Viking. The complainant advised the subjects appeared to be taking photos of the property. Members located a subject in the area, the subject was not committing any offence at the time. This matter is still under investigation.

In the early morning hours of February 14, police received a complaint of trespassing. The complainant advised of subjects at his business knocking on doors and trying door handles The subjects were identified, at the request of the business owner they were spoken to and warned about their actions. If they continued with this behaviour they would be charged with trespassing.

During the day of February 14, police responded to the Viking health centre on numerous occasions to assist with a patient that was aggressive with staff. The subject was subsequently arrested for assault and held by police for a judicial interim hearing. During the hearing the release of the subject was opposed. The subject was transported to the Edmonton Remand Centre to be held there until the next scheduled court date.

That afternoon, police received a request to check on the well-being of a male as he had not been heard from and was not answering his phone. Police attended his residence and found him deceased. The death was deemed non-suspicious in nature.

That same afternoon, police received a complaint of uttering threats Police determined this to be related to a complaint that was reported earlier to police. After speaking with all parties involved, it was determined that no charges are being laid at this time.

On February 15, police received a complaint of mischief. The complainant advised that subjects were disposing of cigarette butts on the sidewalk and entrance of their business. The business currently has surveillance of the subjects. Both subjects were identified and spoken to about their actions and advised to cease from putting their garbage on the property and to dispose of it properly.

On February 16 , police received a 911 hang-up. The number was contacted and learned it was children playing with the phone.

That afternoon, police received a request for assistance with a subject. Members attended the location and assisted with a male who was suffering from mental health concerns.

The subject felt that someone had broken into their house. Members attended the residence and found it to tidy and clean. The subject was reassured that there was no break in at the residence.

That same afternoon, police responded to assist with a family dispute. The members were arguing about changing the WIFI name. All parties were spoken to and the situation was mediated. They were advised to contact police only when it is a police matter.

Please contact Viking RCMP Detachment at 780-336-3434. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store. To report crime online, or for access to RCMP news and information, download the Alberta RCMP app through Apple or Google Play. In the event of an emergency, always call 9-11!

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