Report from the Weyburn Police Service for the week of April 23 to 29:
During the reporting period, police dealt with 116 calls for service. A number were alcohol-related. There were also a number of domestic conflicts, as well as noise complaints. Police attended 12 alarm calls, six being commercial and six being residential.
*On April 29, after receiving a report of some rowdy patrons, police attended a local bar to ensure they did not return or continue with their behaviour.
*Police received a report from a local restaurant that someone had broken their window. The matter is still under investigation. There are no suspects at this time.
*Police were called to the Weyburn General Hospital to assist with a combative, intoxicated patient. The male had settled down prior to police arrival, but police ensured the behavior did not continue.
*On April 28, police attended a residence after receiving a report of a young person pounding on the front window of the house. The culprit was described to police as a male teenager with slender build, 5'9" tall, shoulder length hair and wearing a dark bomber jacket. Police tried to locate the subject but he had vacated the area and police were unable to find him.
*Police responded to a report of an individual being beaten up on the front lawn of a residence. As police attended and sorted out the conflict, the victim advised police that he did not want the matter pursued for criminal charges. Although the victim does not determine if charges proceed, their cooperation in providing evidence to prove the case as it moves forward is an essential ingredient in any charge. The police disbursed the group to avoid a continuation of the incident.
*Police responded to a noise complaint in a residential area. The resident was warned to keep the noise down.
*An intoxicated female youth walked into a residence and got into a bed in the wrong house. When confronted by the home owner, she departed the house without incident. The home owner didn't call police until she had left her house. After a search of the area, police were unable to locate the young female, who appeared to have made the mistake of entering the wrong house while drunk.
*Police attended a domestic conflict between a mother and a daughter and mediated the matter with hopes that the parties can resolve the outstanding issues. No further action was required.
*Police attended a local drinking establishment, as the owner had reported being threatened by some patrons who had departed prior to police arrival. After discussing the situation with the owner, he was directed to call again if the individuals returned to the establishment.
*While officers were conducting a routine motor vehicle stop, the driver fled on foot and was unable to be located. Police seized the vehicle and the matter is still under investigation, which could potentially result in charges laid against the individual.
*On April 27, police investigated a residential noise complaint. The residents were advised of the complaint and were agreeable to keep their voices lower. A subsequent complaint to the same situation quite often results in charging the homeowner, who can expect a fine ranging from $240 to $1,000.
*On April 26, police began investigating three vehicles that were vandalized the previous night with green spray paint. The damage occurred in different areas of the city and is not focused in one area. This type of senseless, disrespectful damage is frustrating and stressful for those who are targeted. It can cause unnecessary expense to clean up after these criminal acts. These crimes can be very difficult to solve for police, as they are often very random. Anyone with any information to this or any other crime is asked to call the Weyburn Police Service and/or Crime Stoppers.
*Police received a call from a man travelling toward Weyburn on #35 Highway North, who had noticed that there were a number of horses on the highway. The caller was concerned for the occupants of the highway and the potential danger the situation posed. The Weyburn Police Service located the owner, whose horses had escaped through a fence.
*On April 25, police responded to a report of an assault that had occurred over a dispute about work done by one individual for the other. After officers spoke to all of the witnesses, the victim did not want the matter to result in charges. After reviewing all of the circumstances surrounding the incident, police felt it was an appropriate situation to mediate and no charges were laid.
*On April 25, police responded to a noise complaint. A musical band was holding practice in their garage and the homeowner cooperated and solved the situation by shutting down the practice and eliminating the noise.
*On April 24, police received a 911 call in regard to a domestic dispute, indicating that two males were in conflict over the same female. The caller suggested that he was going to confront the other male, who may have weapons. When the officers arrived on scene, the only person there was the caller. The matter was handled without further incident and the caller apologized for calling 911.
*Police responded to another 911 call at a local residence. It was an open line to 911 with no response on the callers end. Police attended and found an unconscious, unresponsive female. The ambulance was requested and transported the patient to the hospital where she was treated for an apparent seizure.
*On April 23, police received a call from a resident in the northeast part of the city, who had found a used syringe lying in the alley. They were concerned because they reside close to a day-care and were concerned that an unsuspecting child may come in contact with it and harm themselves. Police retrieved the syringe, disposing of it properly at the hospital.
*A marked patrol car was involved in a motor vehicle accident. While the patrol car was stopped in behind a downtown business, another vehicle backed into it. There were minor damages but no injuries to either vehicle's occupants. The offending driver was subsequently charged with unsafe backing under the Traffic Safety Act.
*Police received a call of suspected mischief to a vehicle. The driver was operating the vehicle when a wheel fell off of it. It appeared as though someone had loosened off the lug nuts on the wheel, so the unsuspecting driver left without noticing until he lost a wheel. This is a very serious incident with a tremendous potential for serious consequences. Fortunately, there was nobody injured in this instance. The matter is still under investigation.
*Police responded to a report of an altercation in progress outside a south hill residence. A social gathering had gotten out of hand, resulting in a conflict in the front yard. The participants were all known to each other and what started out as a disagreement had escalated to the point of concern for neighbours. The conflict was diffused and the home owner was warned to shut down the gathering to prevent further complaints. No further action was required by police.
*Police attended the Soo Theatre to deal with an intoxicated individual who had apparently intended to watch a free movie. The individual had left the theatre prior to police arrival, but officers located the individual walking towards his home. They gave the individual a ride to prevent further dealings. He was warned of his behavior and was told to remain in his residence for the night.
