After a break and enter and theft at a business on Keis Avenue in Quesnel on Jan. 1, 2018, the business owner gave Quesnel RCMP a tip on Jan. 3, reporting he had information as to where his stolen electronic device may be located.
A press release from the Quesnel RCMP states members of the Quesnel RCMP General Duty and Crime Reduction Units attended a residence in the 1700 block of Blackwater Road to follow up on the tip. They found a stolen trailer parked at the home.
Upon entering the house, the officers say they saw stolen property in plain view.
The officers subsequently arrested several occupants of the home for possession of stolen property.
Once a search warrant was obtained, RCMP say they searched the property, where they seized the electronic device belonging to the business owner from Keis Avenue, as well as several firearms and other stolen property.
On Jan. 4, three people, who were in the residence and were in custody, appeared in Quesnel provincial court to face charges.
Earl E. Roper faced four firearms-related charges, one charge of possession of stolen property worth more than $5,000, two charges of possession of stolen property worth less than $5,000 and one charge of breach of an undertaking.
His case was adjourned to allow him to consult with legal council. His next appearance was scheduled for Jan. 9. Results were not available at press time.
Steven G. Schuk faced one charge of possession of stolen worth more than $5,000. His case was adjourned to allow him to consult with legal counsel. His next appearance was scheduled for Jan. 9.
Angeline L. Hammerstrom faced one charge of breach of an undertaking. Her case was adjourned and she was given a Judicial Interim Release until bail has been granted or denied or she has chosen to remain in custody by consent.
Her next court appearance was scheduled for Jan. 16.