Courtesy: HL RCMP
High Level RCMP makes arrest in property crime investigation
High Level, Alta. – On March 21, 2025, High Level RCMP received a complaint stating that a stolen vehicle was currently at a residence in Paddle Prairie Metis Settlement, Alta. RCMP members attended the residence and the vehicle fled the scene, to be located soon after, leading to the arrest of the occupant. A search of the vehicle after the arrest revealed a firearm.
As a result of the investigation, Colin Letendre (46), a resident of Paddle Prairie Metis Settlement, was charged with:
- Driving a vehicle while under the influence;
- Failure to stop;
- Possession of stolen property over $5000;
- Dangerous driving; and
- Firearm-related offences (x5).
Letendre was brought before a justice of the peace and released on bail. He is to appear at the Alberta Court of Justice in High Level on April 7, 2025.
“I want to thank the leadership and community members of the Paddle Prairie Metis Settlement for their continued support and working together towards safer communities” said S.Sgt Dittmer, Detachment Commander of the High Level RCMP. ‘‘Your vigilance and dedication greatly aids the RCMP in properly addressing issues in your community’’.
