Edmonton police arrest suspects in distraction theft crime ring

Edmonton police arrest suspects in distraction theft crime ring

August 20, 2025 8:55 am MST.

Edmonton police warned the public about distraction thefts in the city in recent months, releasing photos of three people charged with theft under $5,000 and three more wanted suspects.

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