On June 4, 2023, at 1:00 pm, Thompson RCMP received a report of a robbery that had occurred the night before, at approximately 11:00 pm, in Thompson.
A female adult was driving with a friend, when they stopped and picked up an acquaintance. A short time later the female acquaintance threatened the occupants with bear spray and stole the vehicle.
Officers obtained a description of the vehicle and began patrols. The vehicle was located within the city of Thompson and two occupants were arrested without incident.
A search of the occupants and vehicle resulted in the seizure of prescription pills, cash and bear spray.
Melissa Morris, 32, of Thompson has been charged with Operation of a Motor Vehicle While Prohibited, Robbery with a Weapon, Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose, Possession of Property Obtained by Crime x2 and Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking.
Kyle Fiedler, 36, of Thompson has been charged with Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking and Possession of Property Obtained by Crime.
Both were remanded into custody.
Thompson RCMP continue to investigate.