Cranbrook RCMP saw increases in thefts, mischief and motor vehicle crashes during the second quarter of 2026, while assaults and break-and-enters declined.
Acting detachment commander Staff Sgt. Darren Kakuno presented the detachment’s April-to-June report to Cranbrook city council Monday.
Police received 2,201 reports during the quarter, up from 2,087 in the first three months of the year but down from 2,781 during the same period in 2025. The detachment recorded 647 Criminal Code files.
Theft from vehicles rose to 48 reports, up from 33 in the first quarter and 36 in the second quarter of 2025. Bicycle thefts increased to 25 from 16 quarter-on-quarter, while fraud under $5,000 increased to 39 from 38.
Mischief also increased, with 83 reports compared with 73 in the previous quarter and 77 during the same period last year.
Police recorded 74 motor vehicle crashes, up from 58 in the first quarter but down from 98 in the second quarter of 2025. Six crashes resulted in injuries, compared with 20 during the same period last year. No fatal crashes were reported.
Assaults moved in the opposite direction. Police recorded 41 assaults, down from 67 in the first quarter and 95 in the second quarter of 2025. Sexual offences fell to two from eight quarter over quarter, while break-and-enters declined to 33 from 37.
The detachment handled 173 mental health calls, up from 132 in the previous quarter but down from 236 during the same period last year. Officers also submitted 71 reports to Crown counsel recommending charges.
Police issued 43 traffic tickets and 16 provincial roadside prohibitions for impaired driving during the quarter. The detachment also conducted 36 joint patrols with City of Cranbrook bylaw officers, held four crime prevention presentations and completed 12 downtown foot patrols and bar walks.
Community engagement included participation in 10 events and two Coffee with a Cop events in May. Police also conducted downtown business visits to discuss crime prevention and safety concerns.
The detachment is developing a strategic plan following a planning session with city and council representatives. The draft is being reviewed by detachment staff and members.
“Our community is an important partner in policing,” said Sgt. Stu Hert, operations NCO with the Cranbrook RCMP detachment.
“The conversations we have with residents, businesses and community partners help us understand the issues that matter locally and shape how we respond.”
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