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By James Peters

Kidnapping and theft

Edmonton pair arrested after Salmon Arm kidnapping victim escapes

Jun 21, 2021 | 3:38 PM

SALMON ARM, B.C. — RCMP in Salmon Arm say the escape of a kidnapping victim Sunday (June 20) led to two arrests and the recovery of thousands of dollars in suspected stolen goods.

In a release, RCMP say officers were called to the 400-block of Fourth Avenue Southeast at about 2:39 p.m. Sunday. A distressed 18-year-old woman at that location said she escaped being held against her will, assaulted and threatened.

Information and evidence led officers to arrest two suspects who were allegedly trying to flee the area in a taxi cab.

Arresting officers recovered a .22-calibre rifle and a haul of suspected stolen items. That includes a collection of dozens of hockey cards, all of the same player, believed to be worth thousands of dollars. Officers also recovered a specialized tool set and handheld GPS units.

RCMP are now trying to reunite the items with their rightful owners.

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In custody are a 39-year-old man and a 20-year-old woman, both from Edmonton. The woman was supposed to be on house arrest in Alberta. Each face a list of new potential charges.

Anyone with more information on the incident, or who believe some of the stolen goods may be theirs, is asked to contact Salmon Arm RCMP at (250) 832-6044.