BATTLEFORD – Battlefords RCMP are investigating numerous break-ins and mischief incidents in Battleford’s commercial district on 22nd Street.
A 22-year-old man from Battleford was charged with two counts of break and enter with intent to commit an indictable offence, possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000, resisting arrest, and mischief under $5,000. He appears in court July 10.
RCMP say that on June 19 they received multiple reports and they executed a search warrant at a home on 20 Street the next day. Officers located and seized a number of items that their investigation determined were stolen including a lawnmower, bicycle, power tool accessories, camping equipment, and motorcycle equipment.
Battlefords RCMP continues to investigate, including identifying the owners of the recovered items so they can be returned.
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