Edmonton Journal
🏢 Postmedia
📍 AB
May 16, 2026
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Two arrested, loaded shotgun seized after series of thefts in Hinton
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Two arrested, loaded shotgun seized after series of thefts in Hinton
“The seizure of a loaded firearm with an altered serial number demonstrates the serious risks officers can encounter during what initially appear to be routine theft investigations"
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By Trevor Robb
Published May 16, 2026
Last updated May 18, 2026
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