Members of the Estevan Police Service (EPS) remained busy in recent days, responding to calls for impaired drivers, suspicious activity and more.
Police were dispatched to an east-central establishment during the April 18 night shift because of two suspicious men. They were spoken to by police, and it was discovered one of the men was on conditions not to consume alcohol. As a result, a 21-year-old Estevan resident was arrested and transported to the police station, where he was charged with breaching the conditions of his probation. His first court appearance is slated for May 30.
Members were called to a complaint of a suspicious vehicle parked on a street for many days in northwest Estevan. The matter was referred to the bylaw enforcement officer for further investigation.
Police were called to an east-central Estevan housing complex where two intoxicated males were observed inside the foyer. Both were gone upon police arrival. The matter is being investigated.
Officers were dispatched to a south-central Estevan residence for a noise complaint during the April 19 night shift. The homeowner was spoken to when police arrived, and the matter was resolved without further incident.
A suspicious male was reported in a park in southeast Estevan. He was spoken to by police and no further action was required.
Police received two calls through the Report Impaired Drivers (RID) line during the April 20 night shift. One of the vehicles was located and a charge was issued under the Alcohol Gaming Regulations Act. The second vehicle was not located.
Members received a report of a fraud regarding the purchase of used property. The matter is still under investigation.
Police were informed of a theft. The suspects were located and the matter was resolved without any charges.
Officers arrested an 18-year-old Estevan female for breaking and entering and committing a theft to a dwelling, and three counts of using forged documents. She was lodged in cells, as she was out on conditions for previous criminal charges, and she appeared in court on April 21.
Police were called to a local business to check on a patron during the April 21 day shift. He had been at the business for an extended period and the employees were concerned for his well-being. Police spoke to the male and recognized him. He was spoken to and sent on his way.
Officers were called to a public area where three people were found to be spray-painting a structure. They were arrested and taken to the police station. Two of the accused are youths and will be dealt with through alternative measures. The third male was charged for mischief under the Criminal Code and released. He will make a court appearance on June 13.
Police received an RID call early during the April 21 night shift. The driver was reported to have struck a stop sign. Police located the driver and arrested a 42-year-old Estevan woman, who supplied breath samples three times the legal limit. She was charged with impaired driving and driving while over .08, and will appear in court in May.
Members on patrol located a male causing a disturbance. He was extremely intoxicated, and was arrested and held in cells until sober for his own protection. He will be referred to an appropriate agency before being released.
Police were called to a residence in east-central Estevan for a report of tenants removing the landlord’s appliances from their rental unit. Police attended and the matter is still under investigation.
Officers received a report from a concerned citizen about the health of a youth. Police located the youth to ensure the person’s safety.
Police received a report of a cheque fraud at a local business during the April 22 day shift. The matter is under investigation.
Officers also received a complaint of a suspicious vehicle parked in a residential area. Police located the vehicle and its occupants, and learned there weren’t any problems. They were sent on their way.
Police also received a report of a hit-and-run that occurred in a residential area. That matter is under investigation.
Members dealt with a minor accident that took place south of the city. No injuries were reported and insurance reports were completed.
Police received a number of bylaw-related complaints that were dealt with by the bylaw enforcement officer.
Members were advised of a vehicle with its hatch open during the April 22 night shift. It was parked on a street and nobody was in the vicinity. Nothing suspicious was noticed.
Police conducted a traffic stop and found the driver was under the influence of alcohol. Alcohol was found in the vehicle and the passenger was charged under the Alcohol and Gaming Regulations Act. The 31-year-old male driver was arrested and charged for impaired driving and driving while over .08. His breath samples were three times the legal limit. He was also charged for possession of stolen property and possession of marijuana, and he had outstanding warrants.
A gasoline theft was reported from a local business during the April 23 day shift. The individual was identified and the matter was resolved.
A dog was reportedly stolen, but the incident proved not to be criminal in nature.
Police were alerted to many possible impaired drivers during the April 23 night shift. Numerous traffic stops were conducted throughout the evening. Nobody was found to be impaired.
Officers were advised of parties that were being attended by young people. Police checked many vehicles and found that they were being driven by designated drivers.
A call for assistance led police to a 39-year-old man who was seen lying on a sidewalk. Due to consumption of alcohol and concerns for his safety, he was placed in cells for the night where he could be monitored by staff.
Police were alerted to an erratic driver on Fourth Street during the April 24 day shift. The vehicle was located and the driver received a warning about their driving.
Officers received a smoke alarm call from a residential building. Police and Estevan Fire Rescue Service members attended and learned the alarm was due to smoke from cooking. The fire department ventilated the scene and reset the alarms. No injuries were reported.
Police responded to a call for two suspicious males in northwest Estevan during the April 24 night shift. The caller stated the males were looking into windows. Police patrolled the area but did not find anyone matching the description.
