A stumble led to possibly dangerous consequences.
On Monday, Oct. 16, Chase RCMP received a report of a person who had been shot. Police say investigation found that the day before, a 58-year-old man was walking with a .22 calibre rifle in the Adams Lake area.
The man stumbled, causing the rifle to fire, striking a woman in the shoulder. Her injuries were non-life-threatening.
The man was arrested for charges including possessing a firearm without a licence and careless use of a firearm. He was later released on a promise to appear in court.
Heebner leaving
After serving six years as detachment commander of the Chase Detachment, Sgt. Gary Heebner is transferring to a position in Kelowna. His new role will be with the RCMP Career Development and Resourcing department located in the South East District Headquarters. While a search for his replacement is conducted, Cpl. Scott Linklater will be acting as the interim commander.
Laptop thefts
On Oct. 17, at 3:30 p.m., Chase RCMP received a report of a residential break and enter occurring on First Avenue in Chase. Suspects entered the residence earlier that afternoon and stole two laptops.
Impaired driving
On Oct. 24 at 11:25 a.m., Chase RCMP were on patrol when they noted a pick-up truck driving without a rear licence plate. A traffic stop was conducted with the vehicle near the intersection of Shuswap Avenue and the Trans-Canada Highway in Chase.
The 49-year-old driver was found to be driving while prohibited and driving while impaired. The vehicle was impounded and the driver was released with a promise to appear in court.
Vandalism
On Oct. 25, Chase RCMP received a report of mischief occurring in the 3000 block of Squilax Anglemont Road.
Suspects spray painted the home, car, shed and a golf cart located at the location. Video footage is being reviewed in attempts to identify the suspect.