“This is a situation where the social media rumour mill has taken what is a minor situation and turned into something it isn’t.”
Those are the words of Sgt. Corey Buckingham of the Vermilion RCMP speaking on the harm misinformation can cause.
RCMP were called to to investigate a suspicious occurrence involving two individuals and a maroon-coloured SUV involving an interaction at a lemonade stand in the Brennan area.
RCMP say they are aware of concerns circulating on social media regarding this specific incident.
“After conducting a thorough investigation into the matter, we want to reassure the public that no criminal activity has been discovered,” read a statement by RCMP.
Based on their findings police say there’s no reason to believe any criminal activity occurred.
“Let me be clear, we as police take this type of investigation very seriously. There is zero indication that these individuals had any ill intent or are involved in any sort of criminal activity,” said Buckingham.
Buckingham says there’s no link from this particular event, vehicle or individuals to any other known events or individuals in the Lloydminster or Sandy Beach area.
RCMP in the same release emphasis spreading misinformation or attempting to engage in vigilante justice can result in criminal or civil liability for the perpetrator.
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