The Carlyle RCMP detachment responded to several files between Friday, Nov. 18 and Thursday, Nov. 24.
Staff Sgt. Darren Simons says that recent incidents in the detachment area have prompted him to ask area residents: “What did you see? What did you know? What did you do about it?”
“In the Carlyle area, there was a young driver who has been driving without a licence near Carlyle. We had a report one night from a bus driver who reported a vehicle being driven erratically in a farmer's field. We suspect this driver is only 15-years-old.”
“In Redvers, we've had break and enters, arson and vandalism. Somebody knows something, but clearly, they're reluctant to talk to us. All we usually need is a quick witness statement saying, 'I've seen this. '”
“Often people are reluctant to report something because they don't want to be required to appear in court. That doesn't always happen. But I can tell them this: If an individual takes the time to report an incident and they do have to briefly appear in court as a witness, I'd like them to know that people don't become victims because they become witnesses. If they come to court, the judge tends to believe them.”
“If they're worried about something like property damage or anything else after reporting a crime, talk to the police. Police officers live in the community, too and we can and will help.”
911 calls
Two 911 calls were received in error and were both non-emergencies
Abduction
On Friday, Nov. 18, a 29-year-old male from Carlyle abducted a child from the community's arena and since then, has appeared in court to face several charges. Members of the Carlyle RCMP detachment, Estevan Traffic Services and local EMS located both the male- who had no known relationship to the child- and the child quickly. The child was transported to hospital for assessment and returned to the care of their guardian.
Alcohol-related offences
Two impaired drivers-one in Carlyle and one in the Carlyle area- were charged by police.
An individual in Carlyle was charged with having open liquor in their vehicle as well as driving an unregistered vehicle.
Arson
A shed was set fire to in Redvers. This incidence of arson caused a power line to come down.
Assault
Two separate assaults in the Carlyle area resulted in charges being laid. Reported assaults in Arcola and Carlyle resulted in no charges.
Break and enter(s)
Four cottages in the Carlyle area were broken into. These matters are still under investigation by RCMP.
Dangerous driving
A report of two vehicles driving dangerously near Arcola School is still under investigation.
Drug possession
An individual was charged with possession of marijuana.
Fraud
A local situation regarding threats and photos sent on Facebook was reported to the Carlyle RCMP. Staff Sgt. Darren Simons reminds the public: “Be wary about what you post on the Internet and who you interact with.”
An incident in which an alarm system was installed-but not ordered- was reported to the RCMP.
Failure to comply with conditions
Three individuals failed to comply with their release conditions and as a result are facing charges.
Mental health files
Carlyle RCMP dealt with several files under the Mental Health Act this week.
Property damage
An individual from Redvers reported an incident of possible property damage while it was underway. Patrols were made, but members were unable to locate the individual or individuals responsible.
Sexual assault
A sexual assault which reportedly occurred in the Carlyle area is still under investigation by RCMP.
Theft
A theft of under $5,000 which occurred at Kenosee Lake is still under investigation.
Traffic offences
RCMP received a report of a motorist driving erratically through a farmer's field.
Police received a report of a driver with no vehicle insurance driving in the Kisbey area. Patrols were made, but members were unable to locate the vehicle.
Members are currently conducting two traffic investigations.
Carlyle RCMP issued several speeding tickets to drivers throughout the detachment area, with fines reaching a high of $392. In addition, three motorists were charged with speeding while passing emergency vehicles.
A driver was fined $150 for driving with a learner's licence.
Police issued tickets for six seatbelt violations as well as for numerous equipment regulations and inspection tickets.
Ten collisions occurred within the detachment area during this period.
Uttering threats
An incidence in Manor of uttering threats is still under investigation.
A file regarding uttering threats by an individual in Redvers has been concluded by Carlyle RCMP.
Well-being check(s)
Members conducted well-being checks during his period.
