An RCMP officer in Drumheller is using his sports talent to contribute to the community and build relationships.
Constable Cole McBride is a general duty officer working out of the Drumheller detachment office. He brings with him his love of hockey and experience coaching.
“I used to coach AA Midget back in Cobourg, Ontario before moving to Alberta. Since joining the RCMP and being posted in Drumheller, I am now on my third year of coaching minor hockey in this town and I absolutely love it,” said McBride.
He is now the head coach of the Drumheller U9 Drumheller Glover Raptors as well as an assistant coach with the U7 team.
“Both of my sons play and share the same passion that I have for the game today. I love that I get the opportunity to bring and meet new people to the sport, making them feel welcome on and off the ice. I am very fortunate to have the opportunity to share my passion for hockey with others in the community,” said McBride.
Staff Sergeant Robert Harms appreciates officers getting involved in the community.
“This is another example of our officers contributing and being part of the communities which we serve; it's great to see Cst. McBride sharing his love and skills of the sport with the youth in the Drumheller area,” said Harms.

On Thursday, October 10, RCMP officers from Drumheller General Duty, Drumheller General Investigation Section (GIS), Strathmore GIS, along with partner agencies including Alberta Sheriff Highway Patrol officers and Peace Officers from Drumheller, Kneehill County, and Wheatland County participated in Operation Street Sweep in Drumheller and surrounding counties.
The operation involves a concerted effort to locate wanted persons on warrants, conduct court condition compliance checks on previously charged offenders, suppress crime and conduct increased traffic enforcement.
As a result of the operation, a total of 33 traffic tickets were issued, four traffic warnings were issued, a 72-hour driver’s licence suspension was issued related to alcohol, and contraband cigarettes were seized during a traffic stop.
In addition, a total of nine arrest warrants were executed on three wanted persons, and 10 compliance checks were done on persons bound by court conditions which resulted in five charges being laid.
The specific breakdown is as follows:
15 violation tickets were issued for exceeding the posted speed limit;
Seven violation tickets were issued for using a cell phone while operating a motor vehicle;
Four violation tickets were issued for operating a motor vehicle with expired registration;
Two violation tickets were issued for operating a motor vehicle without valid insurance;
Two violation tickets were issued for failure to produce vehicle documentation;
One violation ticket was issued for operating a motor vehicle with improper license class;
One violation ticket was issued for failing to use seatbelt;
One violation ticket was issued for entering intersection on a yellow light;
Four warnings were issued for various traffic offences;
A 63-year-old resident of Drumheller was subject to a traffic stop and found to be under the influence of alcohol. A Provincial Roadside Sanction was issued resulting in a 72 hour driver’s licence suspension and vehicle seizure;
A 38-year-old female resident of Drumheller was arrested for one outstanding arrest warrant for:
 Fail to Comply with Probation.
A 20-year-old male resident of Drumheller was arrested for two outstanding arrest warrants for:
 Assault x 2;
 Fail to comply with Probation x 3; and
 Disobey court order x 3.
The 10 compliance checks resulted in:
 Three breach charges were laid on a 43-year-old female resident of Drumheller;
 Two breach charges were laid on a 45-year-old male resident of Drumheller; and
 The 45-year-old male was also arrested on six outstanding provincial traffic warrants.
Staff Sergeant Robert Harms of Drumheller RCMP stated, “Operation Street Sweep continues to be a success and a major contributor to safety in our communities. This is another example of the RCMP and our valued partners working together to address community concerns and policing priorities.”
If you have any information regarding criminal activity within Drumheller or surrounding areas, please contact Drumheller RCMP at 403-823-7590. 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. To report crime online, or for access to RCMP news and information, download the Alberta RCMP app through Apple or Google Play.