Cold Lake RCMP Seize Firearms, Stolen Vehicle in Arrest

Cold Lake RCMP say proactive patrols led to the seizure of firearms and stolen property on Sept. 25, 2025.

Officers noticed a stolen pickup truck parked at a residence. The occupants told police they did not recognize the vehicle, sparking further investigation. RCMP later identified another residence tied to stolen property and obtained a search warrant.

When officers arrived, a suspect attempted to flee in a vehicle. A Tire Deflation Device was deployed, stopping the vehicle and leading to an arrest.

Seized Items

The search warrant turned up:

• 2 shotguns

• Ammunition

• A machete

• A stolen vehicle

• A stolen licence plate

Charges Laid

Simon Cardinal, 32, of Cold Lake has been charged with:

• Failure to stop

• Driving while prohibited

• Dangerous driving

• Possession of stolen property over $5,000

• Possession of stolen property under $5,000

• Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose (x3)

• Firearm-related offences (x5)

Cardinal was remanded into custody following a justice of the peace hearing. He is scheduled to appear in the Alberta Court of Justice in Cold Lake on Oct. 15, 2025.