Alberta RCMP member charged with alleged fraud

An Alberta RCMP member and one other individual have been charged with multiple counts of alleged fraud. 

In May of 2024, the Alberta RCMP Serious Crimes Branch was alerted of a possible fraud committed by a serving RCMP officer and his wife.

An extensive investigation ensued and a 42-year-old man and 40-year-old woman from Pincher Creek, were charged with alleged Fraud Over $5,000 and Theft Over $5,000. 

The man was additionally charged with the alleged Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000. 

Both accused have their first appearance in Fort Macleod court Feb. 18. 

The RCMP member is currently suspended with pay. 

Stan Ashbee
Stan Ashbee
Stan Ashbee is a news reporter, entertainment journalist, singer, songwriter, guitarist, poet and dad. Stan has been with Vista Radio and My Lethbridge Now since January 2024. Prior to working in radio, Stan was a managing editor and journalist for several southern Alberta newspapers and online publications for over 15 years. He was also a mobile DJ/host for over 20 years.
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