Members of the Estevan Police Service (EPS) were called to a rollover involving a semi-truck on Perkins Street during the noon hour on Nov. 23.
When police arrived, it was noted that the truck, which had two trailers, was jackknifed across the roadway. Police learned the truck was hauling fresh water and it had experienced transmission problems.
The truck was eventually moved and no hazardous materials leaked from the unit.
Police then were alerted to an accident involving a vehicle and a semi-truck on Sixth Street near Souris Avenue South. Police learned that the semi had sideswiped the vehicle when it was turning. The EPS is reminding motorists on the truck route to be mindful of the larger vehicles and that they require a larger turning radius.
Members responded to a complaint of an unwanted patron at a local establishment during the Nov. 26 night shift. Upon police arrival, the unwanted person was escorted out by staff and was leaving the area. No further police action was required.
Police were then alerted to a report of some suspicious people in an alley. Members attended and determined that a residential garage was open. After a brief investigation, it did not appear that anything had been taken, but the matter is under investigation.
Officers were called to a reported fight at a local establishment. One male was located and questioned about the incident. He had received minor injuries but did not require medical attention. The matter is being investigated.
Police also attended to a noise complaint at an apartment complex. Officers spoke to the tenants and they were warned about the noise and subsequently shut the music off. No further police action was required.
Members received a complaint of a possible fraud through email during the Nov. 27 day shift. The complainant received a message stating they owed money for a ticket. Police are advising the public to be cautious when receiving emails from unknown senders.
Police were then alerted to a theft of a credit card and a small amount of cash. People are reminded to secure their vehicles when unattended.
Members attended to a local recreational facility for a disturbance call. The matter had been diffused upon police arrival.
Officers received a call about an alarm at a commercial business. Police attended and found the employees having issues with the building. Police assisted the staff with the alarm.
Police also received a call about an injured deer in the city. Officers searched the area but the deer had fled the scene.
Members received a complaint about a vehicle that was driving with its headlights off. Police located the vehicle and checked the driver for sobriety. The driver had forgotten to turn the headlights on. He was warned and sent on his way.
Members of the EPS and the Estevan Combined Traffic Services unit checked vehicles for impaired drivers throughout the past week. People were noted to be taking cabs and walking due to the nice weather. No impaired drivers were located but several drivers were ticketed for offences under the Traffic Safety Act.
