Drumheller RCMP are asking for assistance in identifying the person or persons responsible for shooting several road signs and windows in the Morrin area.
Road crews returning to work one morning noticed several windows on their equipment and signs bore bullet holes. It is thought the damage occurred last week and the suspects were shooting from the roadway.
RCMP warn the damage could have been much more severe.
“With firearms, especially with hunters out, you have to make sure livestock, farmers, and everyone is safe,” said Corporal Mark Amatto.
Those responsible for the shooting could be charged with mischief for the property damage, which carries a fine of up to $5,000 or two years in prison.
Suspects could also be charged with the reckless discharging of a firearm, which carries a prison sentence of up to five years for a first offence.
Drumheller RCMP are asking anyone with information to contact them at 403-823-7590 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
Starland County has also offered a $3,000 reward for information that leads to an arrest and conviction.
“Hopefully we can find a farmer or someone else who hears shots and can see a vehicle drive away,” said Amatto.
RCMP are asking for residents to help identify the person or persons using signs and windows near Morrin as target practice. Last week, road crews discovered several road signs and windows in their equipment had been shot. RCMP believe the culprits were shooting from the road. Those arrested could face charges of mischief and reckless discharge of a firearm.