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LPS limiting public entry to police station

Mar 18, 2020 | 4:10 PM

LETHBRIDGE, AB – The Lethbridge Police Service is adjusting its operations to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 and to protect the health of its staff and the public.

The following changes are in effect as of 4:00 pm on Wednesday, March 18 and will be in effect for the next 30 days:

  • Public access to the LPS front counter is closed. If you have business at the police station, call 403-327-2210
  • Public access to the Collision Reporting Centre is closed. To report a collision where the combined damages exceed $2,000, call 403-330-5191. For injury collisions, call 403-328-4444.
  • Officers will continue to respond to all emergency and priority calls. Call 911 for emergencies and crimes in progress
  • Non-emergency calls where an officer is not immediately required to attend in person will be managed over the phone. Call 403-328-4444 to report non-emergencies
  • Online reporting to https://www.lethbridgepolice.ca/online-reporting can be used for the following:
    • Lost property
    • Theft under $5,000
    • Theft from a vehicle under $5,000
    • Mischief/damage to property under $5,000
    • Mischief/damage to vehicle under $5,000
    • Information only

“The safety of the community remains paramount and there will be no impact emergency call response. The above measures are temporary. LPS apologizes for any inconvenience they may cause and thanks the public for their understanding and cooperation.”