Man charged after stolen e-bike recovered
Chilliwack
2023-11-10 10:23 PST
File # 2023-43349
During a routine patrol of a commercial complex located in the 7500 block of Vedder Road, the Chilliwack RCMP Community Response Team (CRT) located a man in possession of a suspected stolen e-bike. Upon further inspection, investigators were able to match the bike’s description and serial number to a recent report of theft.
The 32-year-old man was arrested for being in possession of stolen property. A subsequent search resulted in the police locating and seizing the following additional items:
- $2000.00 cash
- Blank cheques in the name of another person
- Suspected drugs, Fentanyl and Methamphetamine with the intent to traffic
- A knife
- A replica Glock BB handgun.
"By accurately reporting the description and serial number of the e-bike, CRT was able to confirm the bike was stolen and make the arrest, as well as seize weapons, suspected drugs, and money, said Corporal Brad Rendall of the Upper Fraser Valley Regional Detachment. As a result of this proactive investigation, not only was the stolen e-bike recovered but the suspect faces additional charges.
Alexander Schmautz is charged with Possession of Property Obtained by Crime, Possess Break-In Instruments, and Possessing a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose. He is scheduled to appear in Chilliwack Provincial Court on November 14, 2023.
The Chilliwack RCMP asks that you do your part to prevent bike theft. Secure it with a lock anytime it is unattended, and record the make, model, and serial number.
Released by:
Cpl. Carmen Kiener
Media Relations Officer
Upper Fraser Valley Regional Detachment
604-393-3013
carmen.kiener@rcmp-grc.gc.ca
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