Calgary police officer charged with theft and fraud

Calgary police said a member of the force faces several charges following allegations of theft from several local hardware stores.

Police said they received a complaint in August 2025, relating to fraudulent activity and multiple thefts  from hardware stores in Calgary and the surrounding area.

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The items alleged to have been stolen over a period of 12 months, totalled more than $10,000 in value.

Following an investigation, the suspect was identified as a CPS officer.

Police said on Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2025, 52-year-old Const. Bradley Tepper, who is a 20-year veteran of the force, was relieved of his duties with the force and charged with one count of theft over $5,000 and one count of fraud over $5,000.

Tepper is scheduled to appear in court next on Sept. 24, 2025.