Lloydminster RCMP execute search warrant in child luring investigation
On April 16, 2024, Lloydminster RCMP executed a search warrant on an address in Lloydminster, stemming from an investigation into Child luring and Invitation to sexual touching. Upon executing the warrant, RCMP arrested the suspect and found evidence of weapon manufacturing at the residence.
As a result of the search warrant, the following items were seized:
- Computers and phones;
- 17 Hard Drives;
- 3D printer;
- 3 hand guns (3D printed);
- 1 sub machine gun;
- 2 Assault rifles; and
- Assorted 3D printed firearm pieces.
As a result of the investigation, Steven Kier (37), a resident of Lloydminster, was charged with:
- Sexual touching;
- Child luring;
- Breach of probation;
- Carrying a concealed weapon;
- Unauthorized possession of a firearm;
- Possession of firearm contrary to order; and
- Non-compliance to a conditional sentence order.
Kier was brought before a justice of the peace and remanded into custody. He is to appear at the Alberta Court of Justice in Lloydminster on April 24, 2024.
‘‘The Lloydminster RCMP remains steadfast in our commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of all members of our community’’ said Cpl Christopher Byford of the Lloydminster RCMP General Investigation Section.
‘‘We will continue to implement proactive strategies, leverage technology, and collaborate with stakeholders to prevent and combat crime effectively.’’
If you have any information regarding criminal activity in your neighbourhood, including trafficking of drugs, please contact the Lloydminster RCMP at 780-808-8400. 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. To report crime online, or for access to RCMP news and information, download the Alberta RCMP app through Apple or Google Play.
