BATTLEFORDS — Battlefords RCMP had another busy week responding to calls for service.
Between Aug. 18 and 24, RCMP responded to 527 calls. These included:
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71 property crimes
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31 crimes against a person
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Nine reports of stolen vehicles, three of which have been recovered
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Seven reports of missing people, six of whom have been located
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21 foot patrols conducted
Of the total, 330 calls were in the City of North Battleford, while 197 were in the rural area, including the town of Battleford.
Investigators ask anyone with information about these incidents, or any other crime, to call Battlefords RCMP at 306-446-1720 or 911 in an emergency. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.saskcrimestoppers.com.
Wanted Person
Battlefords RCMP are asking the public for help in locating an alleged offender with active warrants.
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Name: Dalton Nicotine
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Age: 32
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Height: 6’1”
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Weight: 220 lbs
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Hair colour: Black
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Eye colour: Brown
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Tattoos: Tear drop below right eye, cross on left index finger, neck tattoos on both sides, among others
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May be in: North Battleford
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Alleged offences: forcible confinement, assault causing bodily harm, uttering threats, assault, fail to comply with release order x 2, resist arrest, fail to attend court x 2
Police warn the public not to approach Nicotine. Sightings should be reported to local police by calling 310-RCMP or submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers.
Back to School
Battlefords RCMP are reminding drivers to take extra care in school zones as students return to class next week.
“School is back in session, and that means our youngest community members are out and about,” said Cpl. Steve Bell of the North Battleford RCMP. “We’re asking drivers to do their part to keep kids safe — slow down, pay attention and expect the unexpected.”
Police say speed limits in school zones are strictly enforced and fines are significant. Drivers are also urged to watch for safety patrollers, obey bus stop arms and avoid distracted driving. RCMP will be conducting increased patrols in and around school zones.
Community Partners
Members of the Battlefords Citizen on Patrol Program (COPP) conducted 9.5 hours of patrol during this time-frame, covering 1,103 blocks. Those interested in joining COPP can find more information on the City of North Battleford website or the Town of Battleford website.
