Hanna RCMP are investigating complaints of cattle theft in the area.
Sgt. Guy Landreville of the Hanna RCMP confirmed they have three files open in regards to cattle theft, over the last few months. As it is an active investigation, he is tight lipped on many of the details.
“We are still actively pursuing leads and suspects,” said Landreville.
He says part of the reason that they are looking at an increase of these types of files is the current beef market.
“Part of the reason is the price of beef has gone up recently, this is significant,” said Landreville.
He says a dedicated RCMP Livestock Investigatory is assisting with these investigations.
While cattle rustling seems like a scenario out of a Wild West movie, Corporal Christian Reistler, RCMP Livestock Investigator, says they get reports of 600 missing cattle every year.
Landreville says if anyone has information on these recent thefts of cattle, or any other crime, contact the Hanna RCMP at 403-854-3393, or if you wish to remain anonymous and possibly qualify for a cash reward, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).
