Report from the Weyburn Police Service for the period of December 21, 2010 to January 1, 2011:
*On January 1, the Weyburn Police Service and Weyburn EMS responded to a report of a male person having been stabbed. Investigation revealed that the incident began earlier in the day in a local hotel room where a 20-year-old male was struck with a bottle, resulting in a moderate injury to his head. The dispute later escalated at the accused residence where the victim was severely beaten and then stabbed with a knife.
The victim received significant but non-life threatening injuries as a result of the stabbing. The victim also received significant injuries to his head as a result of the beating. He was transported to the Weyburn General Hospital and then to the Regina General Hospital.
A 20-year-old Weyburn resident was arrested at the scene and is facing one charge of assault causing bodily harm, one charge of aggravated assault and one charge of possession of marijuana for the purpose of trafficking. He will make his first court appearance in Weyburn on January 4. Alcohol and drugs are believed to have been a contributing factor in this incident and it appears to be an isolated incident in which both people were known to each other.
*Police responded to a complaint of a 29-year-old female having been assaulted by a 32-year-old female at a local pub. The matter is still under investigation.
*Police responded to a complaint of a 23-year-old male having been assaulted by his 22-year-old male roommate at a local hotel. As a result of police intervention and with the assistance of the men's employer, the matter was mediated without further incident.
*Police received a report of a missing person. A 29-year-old male jumped from the vehicle in which he was riding while being given a ride home and took off. Due to the extremely cold temperature this became an immediate concern. The male was located approximately seven hours later at a friend's residence. This senseless alcohol induced act caused significant emotional distress for the family and taxed the resources of an already very busy police service.
*On December 31, police responded to a report of a two-vehicle collision at Sims Avenue and Queen Street. As a result of the investigation, a 31-year-old male has been charged with driving without due care and attention. There were no injuries reported.
*On December 29, police received a report of two firearms having been stolen from a motor vehicle on Ash Drive. The firearms were not loaded.
Firearms in the hands of untrained or irresponsible people are extremely dangerous. Police are asking for the public's assistance regarding any knowledge of this theft. Police want to remind gun owners that it is a criminal offence to store any firearm in an unsafe manner.
*Police responded to a complaint from a local pub regarding an unruly patron. The patron had been evicted but returned and became combative. Police arrested a 52-year-old local female who was lodged in cells. The female is facing a charge under the Alcohol Gaming and Regulation Act for re-entering an outlet after having been asked to leave.
*Police were called to a local business that had apprehended a 16-year-old female for shoplifting. Police took custody of the youth who now faces a criminal charge of theft.
*On December 28, police responded to a matter in the 1,000 block of Park Avenue where they found a heavily intoxicated male banging on house doors and looking for a fight. This person was co-operative upon police arrival and was given a warning and a ride to his residence.
*On December 27, police responded to a report of a minor hit and run collision in the City parking lot across from the mall. The matter is still under investigation
*On December 26, police responded to a complaint of an impaired driver. The 16-year-old male driver had been drinking and received a 30-day driving suspension. He was also charged under the Traffic Safety Act.
*On December 25, police responded to a break and enter on Park Avenue. Entry was gained through an unlocked door. Several electronic devices were stolen. A 35-year-old Weyburn resident was charged.
*On December 24, police responded to an assault at a local bar. A 21-year-old male victim was attacked by an unknown male. Minor injuries were received and the matter is still under investigation.
*Police responded to a motor vehicle collision at the corner of Sims Avenue and Allen Street. A vehicle travelling east-bound on Sims Avenue lost control and hit the sign of a business. Icy road conditions, speed, and driver inexperience were all contributing factors. The driver was charged under the Traffic Safety Act.
*On December 21, police responded to an assault at a coffee shop in the Weyburn mall. A 40-year-old female assaulted a 52-year-old female. The 40-year-old was taken into custody and the matter is still under investigation.
*Police wish to remind motorists of their legal obligation in minor accidents. As long as both vehicles are drivable, are both Saskatchewan registered vehicles, and no serious criminal offence has been committed, drivers do not have to report the accident to the police. Drivers must leave their name and information with the damaged vehicle. Failing to do so is an offence under the Traffic Safety Act.
The Weyburn Police Service dealt with many incidents during this reporting period, many of them alcohol related.
