Local RCMP have been busy temporarily ridding the streets of lawbreakers.
On May 2 in Osoyoos an RCMP member observed a stolen vehicle parked in a motel parking lot. The member identified the driver as Michael Harfman from Oliver. Harfman was arrested and charged for being in possession of stolen property as well as having several warrants for his arrest. He was scheduled to appear in Penticton court today.
On May 2 in Oliver, an RCMP member observed a vehicle being driven on Sawmill Road. The vehicle had a smashed windshield. The member stopped the vehicle and identified the driver as Delbert Duteua of Enderby. Duteau is being charged with driving while prohibited and driving a motor vehicle without insurance. Two arrest warrants originating from Enderby were also executed.
Also on May 2 in Oliver, an RCMP member, while searching for a stolen truck, observed a vehicle being driven on Sawmill Road by Michael Miller. The member stopped the vehicle and arrested him for being a prohibited driver.
“While searching Miller prior to placing him in the rear of the patrol vehicle, located a small baggie with a white substance; when tested was identified as being crystal meth,” Gervais said.
Miller has been charged with being in possession of an illegal drug, driving while prohibited, possession of stolen property and two counts of breach of release documents out of Alberta. Miller was to appear in court today.
On May 3 in Oliver, RCMP members arrested Brian Barata for an outstanding warrant for breaching probation. Two additional breach charges have been added for a total of three charges. Barata was slated to appear in court on May 3.
