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RCMP investigating cattle thefts in Athabasca County

A complaint was received regarding the theft of 79 calves, four cows, and two bulls. 
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RCMP provided an image of a brand that would have been located on calves, cows and bulls reported stolen in November of 2022.

ATHABASCA - The RCMP Livestock Investigations Unit is hoping the public can help identify those responsible for alleged cattle thefts that have been reported in Athabasca County.

On Nov. 21, 2022, a complaint was received regarding the theft of 79 calves, four cows, and two bulls. 

"The cattle are described as Black Angus and Simmental and are branded on the right hip. Similar thefts of this nature have occurred in the area in recent years," according to information from RCMP.

Anyone with information regarding these incidents or the whereabouts of the cattle are asked to contact the RCMP Livestock Investigations Unit at 403-701-1462.

If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.

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