Veteran Calgary Police Officer Charged with $10,000 Hardware Store Theft

Constable Bradley Tepper, a 20-year veteran of the Calgary Police Service (CPS), has been charged with theft and fraud involving more than $10,000 worth of items stolen from hardware stores over a 12-month period. Tepper was relieved of duty with pay and is expected to appear in court in September. The CPS began investigating following complaints of fraudulent activity and thefts in the Calgary area. CPS Chief Katie McLellan emphasized the importance of conducting a thorough and impartial investigation to maintain public trust and uphold the service's principles of accountability and integrity. Despite Tepper’s previous commendations for proactive crime prevention, his employment status will be reviewed as the legal process unfolds. The case highlights the serious implications when criminal investigations involve law enforcement members themselves.