News release

Wood Buffalo RCMP investigation theft over $5000.00 – individual charged

April 10, 2026 - Fort McMurray, Alberta
From: Alberta RCMP

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Fort McMurray, Alta – On Mar. 4, 2026, Wood Buffalo RCMP responded to a theft of a trailer, parked behind a business in the 400 Block of Gregoire Drive, Fort McMurray. The trailer was stolen at approximately 2:09 a.m., and the contents of the trailer were valued at over $10,0000. 

Surveillance footage was obtained by police. 

The stolen trailer was later located on Stony Mountain Road. 

The subsequent police investigation identified both a suspect and suspect vehicle and on Mar. 8, 2026, Wood Buffalo RCMP arrested an individual in relation to the theft. A search warrant was later executed at a residence on Amaco Road at Gregoire Lake Reserve. As a result of the warrant, Police located and seized several items stolen from the trailer. 

A 38-year-old resident of Gregoire Lake Reserve is facing charges:

• Theft over $5000.00; and
• Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000.00.

The individual was released from custody on an Undertaking with conditions. They are set to appear next in the Alberta Court of Justice in Fort McMurray on Apr. 15, 2026. 

RCMP encourage the public to report any criminal or suspicious activity to police. Reports tell us where to look, who to look for, and where to patrol in the future. If you see a crime in progress, dial 911. If you wish to remain anonymous, 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. 

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