Report from the Weyburn Police Service for the week of May 20 to 27:
During the reporting period, police received 91 calls for service and also conducted numerous tours of the police station to school groups this past week. This is always an enjoyable time for the children with the jail and the police cars being tour favourites.
*On May 26, police received a call regarding a group of youth in the downtown core that had a rope stretched across the street. Upon investigation it was determined that there was no actual rope but the group was acting out an invisible rope trick. We wish to remind people that in the right circumstances a pedestrian can be charged under the Traffic Safety Act for performing any activity that is likely to startle, distract or interfere with users of the road. The group was warned of their actions and asked to disperse.
*Police received a call from a female that her estranged husband had violated a court undertaking by being on her property. As a result of the investigation, a 31-year-old male has been charged with failing to comply with an undertaking. He will be making a court appearance June 18.
*Police received a complaint regarding a potential phone scam originating from a Weyburn phone number. At this time the investigation is continuing with the assistance of SaskTel to determine how a local telephone number could have been accessed. We urge anyone receiving any kind of call requesting personal information or money to be extremely cautious in acting on that request.
*On May 24, police were dispatched to a report of a noisy party. Upon police arrival, the noise level was down and a warning was given. As the summer approaches the police are aware that this will be a common occurrence and remind residents that the provisions of the Noise Bylaw apply 24 hours per day with a particular emphasis after 11:00 p.m. The person who either owns the property, or who is in control of it, is responsible for the use of the property. Police also remind residents that, in most cases, if a ticket is to be issued, the caller must be the one to provide a written statement about the noise level.
*Police began investigating two break and enters at commercial businesses. Both incidents are believed to be related. At this time, nothing appears to have been taken and the motive for the crime is unknown. Even though, in both instances, the buildings were secure and entry was gained by force, police officers in routine patrols have recently found a number of businesses with unlocked or open doors. We urge both business and home owners to make sure their property is secure.
*Police responded to a report of a domestic disturbance involving a 23-year-old female and a 26-year-old male. Officers were able to mediate the dispute without need for further involvement from the police.
*On May 22, police responded to a complaint of a blue and white dirt bike being operated on the Tatagwa path near Barber Crescent. The motorbike was not located. Please remember that the Traffic Bylaw prohibits the operation of dirt bikes within city limits.
*On May 21, a 17-year-old female on a Conditional Sentence Order was learned to be in breach of the Order.
*On May 20, police responded to a report of a domestic disturbance involving a 50-year-old female and a 56-year-old male. Upon police arrival, it was determined that the couple were in the process of separating when things became heated. A police presence was kept to maintain the peace while the female moved out and no further police action was required.
