Maidstone RCMP report it has been brought to their attention that comments have been made on social media regarding recent criminal activity in the Town of Maidstone.
According to Cst. Ryan Reid of the Maidstone Enhanced Policing Unit, Maidstone RCMP has received complaints regarding the break and enter of and mischief to vehicles in the Town of Maidstone, however not to the extent reported on social media.
The Maidstone RCMP asks that anybody who has had their property rummaged through, damaged or stolen to immediately report it so it can be properly tracked, monitored and action taken.
“Often it is felt that the damage or items taken are of minimal value, however without proper information, police are unable to get a view of the bigger picture and act appropriately,” says Reid.
This includes data analysis and "hot spot" tracking. With appropriate information Police resources can be reallocated where required, he adds.
What police require is that the victim of the crime provide police with first-hand information about the events that took place. This information can include a short summary of the crime, descriptions of items taken or damage done, possible suspects and any other information of value. While still helpful, third party information is often not as accurate, police say.
To protect property, police advise anything of value be removed from motor vehicles and campers, including ignition keys. Vehicles should locked or otherwise secured and yards and property should be well lit.
“The safety of the communities we police and live in are of the utmost importance to us, and we continue to take any level of crime seriously,” Reid emphasizes.
“The Maidstone RCMP is fortunate to work with organizations such as Rural Crime watch and Crime Stoppers to curb crime. For emergency response, contact 911 immediately. For non-emergencies contact 310-RCMP or 306-893-4800. To remain anonymous; contact Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, or text: TIP206 and a message to CRIMES (274637), or online at www.saskcrimestoppers.com. If information leads to an arrest or a charge, or a case being cleared, callers may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.
