On Aug. 4, 2021, Central Alberta District Crime Prevention Unite (CADCRU) entered into an investigation of a residence in the Rimbey area that was believed to be associated to property crime. CADCRU officers observed a vehicle leaving the residence and operating in a dangerous manner. The vehicle entered an isolated area, became stuck, and the two occupants fled on foot. Uniformed police officers from Rimbey, Breton and Thorsby quickly set up containment. With the use of Police Dog Service teams, the two suspects were located.

31-year-old Chantel Marie Lapointe of Drayton Valley was charged with:

  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000

Lapointe was released to appear in Rimbey Provincial Court on Sept. 1, 2021.

33-year-old Matthew Christopher Pierre Roy of Wetaskiwin County was charged with:

  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000
  • Operate a conveyance in a manner dangerous to the public
  • Fraudulent concealment
  • Failure to attend Court

After a judicial interim release hearing, Roy was released to appear in Rimbey Provincial Court on Sept. 1, 2021.