Property Crimes, Traffic Complaints Dominate August in Vermilion

Vermilion RCMP fielded 288 calls for service during the month of August 2025. The majority of calls were traffic or vehicle-related, with property and persons crimes also making up a significant portion.

Breakdown of Calls

• Traffic/vehicle complaints: 121

• Property crimes: 59

  • 22 mischiefs (damage to property or obstructing lawful enjoyment)

  • 7 break and enters

  • 16 thefts

  • 4 frauds

  • 3 vehicle thefts

• Persons crimes: 24

• Traffic collisions: 16

• Suspicious persons/vehicles: 11

• Spousal abuse: 7

• Mental health concerns: 8

Charges and Penalties

In total, Vermilion RCMP laid 52 charges in August:

• 26 under the Criminal Code

• 26 under provincial offences

Of the criminal charges:

• 1 was for failing to comply with court conditions

• 16 were tied to property crimes

• 7 were related to persons crimes

In addition, three drivers received administrative penalties for impaired driving.

Public Reminder

RCMP note that statistics are pulled from a live database and may change as investigations progress.

To report a crime or suspicious activity, call the province-wide number at 310-RCMP (310-7267). The Vermilion Detachment can also be reached during business hours at 780-853-4441 (option 3). Business hours are Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., excluding statutory holidays.

For emergencies, dial 911. Non-emergent crimes can also be reported online or through the Alberta RCMP App, available on the Apple App Store and Google Play.