On January 11, police conducted a vehicle stop and found the driver, a 29 year-old male to be under the influence of alcohol. The male was charged with driving a vehicle while impaired and refusal to provide a breath sample. The accused was later released from custody and will make his first court appearance later this month.
Also on January 11, after receiving a call of a disturbance, police attended to a domestic dispute and found a male and female arguing. One party involved, a 41 year-old male, was arrested for breach of the peace and lodged in cells until sober.
Further on January 11, police attended to a two vehicle accident at the intersection of Prairie Avenue and Second Street. There were no injuries, though both vehicles sustained significant damage. Slippery road conditions were a factor in the accident.
On January 10, while on patrol, police observed two vehicles parked in the 900 and 1000 block Coteau Avenue that had appeared to have been entered. The registered owners were located and it was determined that only small items were stolen and no damage was done to the vehicles.
Also on January 10, police received a complaint of a mischief after the victim reported his vehicle, which had been parked in the 500 block of Coteau Avenue, had both side mirrors damaged. The incident remains under investigation.
Further on January 10, police attended to Mac's Convenience store for a complaint of a male causing a disturbance and bothering patrons. Police located a 53 year-old male who was intoxicated. He was arrested and lodged in cells until sober.
On January 8, while on patrol, police conducted a vehicle stop and found the driver, a 25 year-old male from Alberta, had been drinking alcohol. The subsequent investigation resulted in a three day driver suspension, a 30 day impound of his vehicle, as well as a ticket for driving while disqualified.
Also on January 8, police received a complaint of a fraud after the victim reported their credit card had been fraudulently used to make purchases. The victim was not aware of when or how the card had been compromised. The incident remains under investigation.
On January 6, police received a report of a break and enter and theft from a residence in south Weyburn. The victim reported a wallet and cash stolen. There are no suspects at this time and the incident remains under investigation.
On January 5, police received a report of an attempted break-in to a residence in northeast Weyburn. Entry was not gained and damage to the door was minor. There are no suspects and the incident remains under investigation.
If you or anyone you know has any information regarding any of the above crimes, or any other serious crime, police are encouraging you to contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), or to contact the Weyburn Police Service.
Criminal Record Checks
As a result in changes to Federal RCMP policy and fees, as well as local policy, a new process for Criminal Record Checks was implemented by the Weyburn Police Service effective January 15, 2015. A fee structure change at the Federal level and the implementation of new digital fingerprint technology has necessitated an increase in fees. Checks, for other than volunteers, will be increased to a maximum of $75.00. Part of this fee is collected on behalf of the Federal Government, over which we have no control. Local fees have not increased since 2009 but the time it takes to process them has increased significantly. This will be partly reflected in the new fee at the local level. We will continue to process legitimate Volunteer applications for no fee. However, applicants claiming Volunteer status must provide a letter from their volunteer organization requesting the check.
