POLICE – Stolen vehicle brought to a stop thanks to use of spike belt

 Kamloops police are investigating after they located a stolen vehicle and took one suspect into custody.

On June 13 at about 1100 hours, Kamloops RCMP were made aware of a vehicle stolen from the North Shore near Tranquille Road and Simcoe Avenue where a delivery van had been stolen and was seen driving away.

“Police officers observed erratic and dangerous driving behaviour leading us to believe a spike belt was necessary to protect the public,” said Sgt. Chris Kienzle.

  “Use of the spike belt resulted in slowing the vehicle and the eventual stop and arrest of the driver without any injuries.”

The spike belt was deployed near Grand Boulevard with the vehicle coming to a stop just west of Pat Road on East Trans Canada Highway 1.  As the investigation continues, charges are anticipated.

Anyone who witnessed or has security or dash camera footage that may be related to this occurrence, is asked to please contact the Kamloops RCMP Detachment at 250-828-3000 and reference file number 2025-18465.