Kamloops RCMP caught two suspects in a stolen car after deploying a spike strip and police dog unit.

Kamloops RCMP were notified that a black four-door sedan that was reported stolen was going to be driving into the area around 11:30 p.m. on April 1, according to a press release from police.

The sedan had supposedly been involved in multiple crimes in Alberta and B.C. and fled from other police nearby.

“The quick planning and response of Kamloops RCMP frontline officers led to a successful spike belt deployment on Highway 1, but the vehicle continued on and was abandoned east of the city,” Cpl. Crystal Evelyn said in the release. “Soon after, police located a suspect lying in a ditch nearby and arrested him. The North Okanagan RCMP Dog Service Unit found a second person hiding in the grass further along, and he too was taken into custody.”

Both suspects were taken to cells as police continued to investigate. The suspects have been released with conditions and court dates.

“The exceptional work of local officers in partnership with neighbouring police detachments resulted in the successful arrest of two people,” Supt. Jeff Pelley said in the release. “The investigation involves multiple jurisdictions and offences, and we anticipate making charge recommendations as part of the assessment and approval process.”

Anyone who witnessed or has information, including dash camera footage, that may be related to this investigation is asked to please contact the Kamloops RCMP Detachment at 250-828-3000 and reference file 2024-9371.