By Dori Modney (@Dori_Modney on Twitter) with files from RCMP

RCMP and Maple Syrup – iconic Canadiana link to arrest of trio of Southern Albertans

Nov 29, 2018 | 4:42 PM

NANTON —  A routine patrol that resulted in a car chase and discovery of stolen property has lead RCMP to charge three people.
 
Around 9:00 on Thursday (Nov 28) morning, Nanton and High River RCMP were conducting rural patrols in the area of Township Road 164 and Range Road 290, when they located a truck and cargo trailer that had been stolen from Chestermere, earlier in the morning.

When officers approached the truck, they saw the driver flee and jumped into a waiting silver car, which fled the area and would not stop for police. .

Officers from Nanton, Claresholm, High River, and Turner Valley detachments assisted in locating and bringing the vehicle to a stop just south of Black Diamond, close to Highway 22.

Police have arrested two women and a man who are now facing numerous charges. 

The value of the recovered items is believed to be approximately $110,000 – including $20,000 worth of maple syrup.

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Shelby Isabel Lillian Kalman, aged 20,  of Claresholm, has been charged with Operating a  motor vehicle in a manner dangerous to the public; Operating a motor vehicle while being pursued; Possession of stolen property over $5,000; Possession of a controlled substance and four charges of Failing to comply with recognizance.

Shawn Evan Mclaughlin, aged 28, of Lyalta (28) of Lyalta,  has been charged with Possession of stolen property over $5,000; Possession of a controlled substance and four counts of Failing to comply with recognizance.

Char-lee Jane Fernell, aged 23, of High River, has been charged with Possession of stolen property over $5,000 and Possession of a controlled substance.

Kalman and Mclaughlin have been remanded into custody after a judicial hearing.

Kalman will appear in Lethbridge Provincial Court on Dec. 3, while Mclaughlin has a court date in Lethbridge on Nov. 30.

Fernell was released from custody on a promise to appear in Lethbridge Court on Dec. 3.

If you witness something suspicious, please contact your local police or RCMP detachment. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com