In the early evening, Weyburn police received several 911 calls regarding an altercation between two males in the intersection of Government Road and Highway 39. Officers attended along with EMS. One male was transported to hospital with a serious injury. Investigation into the matter remains ongoing. Anyone with information, or possible cell phone video, regarding this incident is requested to contact the Weyburn Police Service.
A men’s mountain bike was found behind a local business on March 27. The bike is being stored at the Weyburn Police Service office until an owner comes forward to identify and claim it.
A local convenience store employee called to report six youth who were caught shoplifting on March 27. Officers attended and spoke with the store representative, the youth involved and their parents. The matter was resolved without charges.
Weyburn police conducted a focused traffic enforcement project on Wednesday and Thursday targeting distracted driving and speeding. A total of six tickets were issued. Drivers are reminded that changes to legislation regarding cell phone use while driving have been in effect for some time. Drivers are prohibited from holding, viewing, using, or manipulating a cell phone.
Police were called on Friday to mediate a matter regarding an individual wishing to retrieve property inside a residence, but the occupant was not allowing the individual access. Officers arrived to find an intoxicated female who was causing a disturbance. The female was arrested for being intoxicated in public.
City police responded to a report of a suicidal male at a local hotel. Officers determined that the individual required further assistance from mental health services and transported the male to the hospital to receive proper care.
Police attended the Youth Centre regarding an individual being threatened. The matter is currently under investigation with charges pending.
Weyburn police were called to a local lounge regarding an intoxicated 36-year-old male who was indicating he intended to drive. The individual was located and arrested for being intoxicated in public.
While walking through a local bar on Saturday, officers were approached by an employee and requested assistance removing a patron who was refusing to leave. A 32-year-old male was subsequently arrested for being intoxicated in public and refusing to leave when asked to do so.
City police responded to a reported fight outside a local bar involving several people on Sunday. One male received a significant injury to his neck and was transported to the hospital by EMS for further treatment. The investigation is ongoing with several charges pending.
A young girl’s bicycle was reported stolen from behind a local residence on Sunday. The bike is described as a dark purple BMX with pink handle grips. If located, please contact the Weyburn Police Service. Callers may remain anonymous.
