On Nov. 20, a Summerland RMCP officer was making proactive patrols in response to a recent increase in property crime when he noticed a suspicious parked vehicle. 

Further investigation revealed the vehicle had been reported as stolen and appeared to be full of what was suspected as stolen property.

The vehicle was seized and searched by police.

Stolen identification, credit cards and other personal items taken in thefts and break-and-enters across multiple jurisdictions were found. 

The suspects have now been identified and charges are pending.

鈥淲e believe this investigation will have a significant impact on property crime in the District of Summerland,鈥� said Cpl. Sean Hall, Summerland RCMP acting detachment commander. 

RCMP are reminding people to secure their valuables, identification, and other items and not to leave anything of value in their vehicles.

Those with information on this or any other investigation are asked to call the Summerland RCMP detachment at 250-494-7416 or CrimeStoppers at 1-800-222-8477.