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With motorcycle season underway, police will be actively focusing on motorcycle safety as part of the May Select Traffic Enforcement Program. Motorcyclists and other drivers are reminded that traffic laws are in place to protect everyone on the road, and unsafe behaviours will be addressed through education and enforcement.

UPDATE: John Edward John, who was previously reported missing, has been located.

Police thank the public for sharing the message.

Lethbridge Police are reminding motorists that repeat traffic offenders who have not remedied previously identified violations are subject to the seizure of their license plate and registration. Their vehicle may also be towed and mandatory repairs must be completed before the vehicle will be allowed back on the road.

Lethbridge Police have charged a 47-year-old male with multiple counts of breaching a lifetime prohibition order stemming from a conviction of child sexual offences.

UPDATE: The victim has been identified. Police thank the public for sharing the message. 

The subject has been charged in relation to the weapons offence and additional charges related to the altercation are pending.

Ty Michael Swatske, 22, is charged with possession of a weapon dangerous to the public and obstructing a peace officer. He was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in court June 17.

Lethbridge Police are seeking the public’s assistance to locate a missing 20-year-old woman.

Lethbridge Police have resumed an annual traffic enforcement project targeting speeding, excessive vehicle noise, stunting, racing and other illegal behaviours in locations across the city where concerns have been reported.

Lethbridge Police have charged a 42-year-old female with numerous counts of mischief in connection with a graffiti spree.

Lethbridge Police continue to address crime and disorder in the downtown core, with additional resources deployed in response to an increase in issues along 2 Avenue A North.

The Lethbridge Police and RCMP will be conducting Critical Incident Training between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on April 21, April 22, and April 23 at a hotel complex along the 2000 block of 7 Avenue South.

There is no risk to the public.