Consort RCMP arrest and charge a male for a break and enter, with outstanding warrants from Saskatchewan

Consort, Alta. – On May 4, 2026, at approximately 6:30 p.m., Consort RCMP received information there was a male, a dog, and a truck, in a business location near Township Road 364 and Range Road 74, where no one was reportedly to be. While Consort RCMP were responding, a truck, male and dog were observed matching the description of the suspect male and vehicle. Consort RCMP initiated a traffic stop and the subsequent police investigation led to the male being arrested for break and enter. Further investigation revealed the suspect had a Canada wide driving prohibition, outstanding warrants from Saskatchewan, and was on numerous release conditions.

Jeffrey Joseph Proteau (30), a resident of Kindersley, Sask., and a resident of Medicine Hat, Alta., is facing numerous charges including:

• Break and enter (non-residential);

• Mischief;

• Drive while prohibited; and

• Fail to comply x3.

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A judicial interim hearing was held, and Jeffrey Proteau was remanded into custody. He is set to appear next at 10 a.m., on May 15, 2026, in the Alberta Court of Justice in Red Deer.

A warrant extension was granted, and Jeffrey Proteau will be transported back to Saskatchewan for his outstanding charges there.

Consort RCMP was assisted by Coronation RCMP in this investigation.

“This is a great example of how Alberta RCMP police officers are observant while they respond in order to ensure Albertans are protected” said Consort RCMP Detachment Commander, Sergeant Jeremy Houle. “We work together with our surrounding detachments and interprovincially to ensure the safety of our citizens and businesses within our communities. Working in partnership and receiving support from our communities allows us to work better together.”

To report any crime in the Consort area, the public can contact Consort RCMP at 403-577-3001 or 310-RCMP (7267). If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1‐800‐222‐8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.