Between Oct. 25, 2021 and Oct. 28, 2021, Lloydminster RCMP concluded a planned operation to target street level gang activity within the city. During this time, Lloydminster RCMP, Eastern Alberta District Crime Reduction Unit, F Division RCMP Crime Reduction Team, and K Division Air Services conducted enhanced enforcement in Lloydminster.
As a result of these extensive efforts, RCMP arrested 39 individuals, resulting in the execution of 87 outstanding arrest warrants, and laid numerous new charges related to ongoing gang activity in Lloydminster, Alta. During the operation, Lloydminster RCMP recovered two stolen vehicles and seized numerous controlled substances including cocaine and methamphetamine. Police were able to seize various weapons including a sawed off shotgun, brass knuckles and a throwing star as well as additional other pieces of stolen property.
"Lloydminster RCMP are committed to reducing gang activity in Lloydminster to promote a safer community for its residents" said Cpl. Ken Rhodenizer, Lloydminster RCMP General Investigation Section. "The ongoing intelligence gained from within the community allows us to really get a jump on our prolific offender targets, which helps to keep our streets safe."
If you are associated with a gang and want to leave it, contact STR8 UP in northern Saskatchewan at 306-763-3001, STR8 UP in central Saskatchewan at 306-244-1771, or Regina Treaty Status Indian Services in southern Saskatchewan at 306-522-7494 to get assistance.
If you are aware of any crime or suspicious activity, please contact the Lloydminster RCMP Detachment at (780) 808-8400 or your local police. 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.