Search Warrant recovers large amount of stolen property

Kelowna

2023-12-14 14:41 PST

File # 2023-72713

On December 14, 2023, Kelowna RCMP executed a search warrant at a residence located in the 600 block of McKenzie Rd as part of a stolen property investigation.

Officers recovered an estimated $30,000 worth of stolen property including tools and sports equipment. Investigators are still working to determine the origin of some of the recovered items while some property has been linked to the recent break and enters in the Kettle Valley and Upper Mission areas. Three individuals were arrested in the residence who have since been released while the investigation continues and a report to crown counsel is submitted to the BC Prosecution Service.

This investigation was spearheaded by frontline patrol officers with assistance from our specialized sections to drive the kind of results we strive for every day Cpl. Michael Gauthier i/c Media Relations Unit. We take property theft in our community very seriously. We hear your concerns, we see the statistics and we’re striking it hard.

The documentation of serial numbers was instrumental in this investigation and the recovery of thousands of dollars worth of tools. Kelowna RCMP is reminding those with tools, bikes, electronics, etc to document their serial numbers which may be invaluable information to police in a similar investigation should an item be stolen.

Seized stolen property