Drumheller RCMP have charged one person in relation to missing funds from a local fundraiser for a young man battling cancer.

On June 14, the RCMP began an investigation into a complaint that a substantial amount of money from a silent auction in benefit of Brandon Hall and his family was never forwarded to the Halls.

On Saturday, April 30, the community hosted to a fundraiser to support Brandon Hall, who is battling cancer, and help his family to assist with expenses incurred by his treatment. The event included a Poker Run, which headed out in the morning from the Newcastle Hotel and wrapped up at Top Rocker Motorcycle Gear in Rosedale. There, they hosted a celebration as well as a silent auction supported by many businesses and individuals in the valley.

            The RCMP have laid one charge of theft under $5,000 against Ashley Fredrickson, 33, of Drumheller. She has been released and is scheduled to appear in provincial court in Drumheller on Friday, August 29 at 10 a.m.