RCMP Alert: Stolen Truck Rams Police Vehicle near Prince Albert

Incident Overview

On June 12, 2026, officers from the Prince Albert RCMP located a truck that had previously been reported stolen in the City of Prince Albert, Saskatchewan. When members moved in to contain the vehicle in the community of Little Red River, the driver allegedly reversed the stolen truck at high speed into a police vehicle before attempting to escape on foot.

RCMP members quickly arrested a 27-year-old male suspect at the scene. No physical injuries were reported to the suspect or the officers involved, but the police vehicle that was struck was heavily damaged and rendered unusable. A subsequent search of the stolen truck led to the seizure of a prohibited firearm and a knife, prompting multiple criminal charges now before the courts.

Official RCMP Details

According to the official police report, the incident began on the morning of June 12, 2026, when Prince Albert RCMP received several calls concerning a truck that had already been listed as stolen from the City of Prince Albert. At approximately 1:40 p.m., officers found the stolen vehicle parked outside a residence in Little Red River, near Prince Albert.

Police vehicles were positioned around the truck as officers prepared to approach. While one officer was stepping out of their police vehicle, the stolen truck reportedly reversed at a high rate of speed, crashing into the police vehicle. The male driver then left the truck and attempted to flee on foot but was arrested by RCMP members at the scene.

During a search of the stolen truck, officers found the following items, which were seized as evidence:

• A sawed-off firearm (prohibited weapon)
• A knife

The accused is identified by police as 27-year-old Jeremy Gardiner from Île-à-la-Crosse, Saskatchewan. Following the investigation, he faces the following charges under the Criminal Code of Canada:

• One count of dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, Section 320.13(1)
• One count of possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000, Section 354(1)(a)
• One count of possession of a prohibited weapon while knowing possession is unauthorized, Section 92(2)
• One count of possession of a firearm/weapon/ammunition in a motor vehicle, Section 94(1)
• One count of resisting or obstructing a peace officer, Section 129(a)
• One count of mischief over $5,000 (damage to motor vehicle), Section 430(3)
• One count of failing to comply with court-ordered conditions, Section 145(5)(a)
• Three counts of weapons possession contrary to order, Section 117.01(1)

Police confirm that no one was physically injured during the collision. The police vehicle involved sustained significant damage and was deemed inoperable. Jeremy Gardiner appeared in Prince Albert Provincial Court on June 15, 2026, in relation to these charges.

CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective

From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, this incident highlights the serious risks that stolen vehicles and unlawfully possessed firearms pose to both law enforcement and the public in Saskatchewan. A high-speed maneuver with a stolen truck, combined with the presence of a sawed-off firearm and a knife, significantly increases the likelihood of severe injury or worse. Residents in and around Prince Albert and nearby communities such as Little Red River should remain alert to suspicious vehicle activity, especially when they see vehicles being operated erratically, parked for long periods in unusual locations, or appearing abandoned.

We encourage community members to promptly report suspected stolen vehicles, impaired or dangerous driving, or illegal weapons activity to local police or Crime Stoppers. Understanding local trends can also help residents stay informed; you can review area-level data in resources like the Prince Albert Crime Statistics & Safety Report and broader Prince Albert, Saskatchewan crime and safety profiles. Staying informed, securing your own vehicles, and quickly notifying authorities about suspicious behaviour are key steps in building safer communities across Saskatchewan.

Official Source & Community Safety

This safety alert is based on an official release from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). CrimeCanada.ca aggregates and analyzes this data to keep the saskatchewan community informed, aware, and safe. We are an independent safety data aggregator and not the original creators of the underlying incident report.

Read the full official release here: RCMP Official Statement.