The Carlyle RCMP detachment responded to several calls between Friday, March 31 and Thursday, March 6.
Statement from Staff Sgt. Darren Simons:
“In response to an anonymous letter that contained invalid allegations and insinuations surrounding the actions of Carlyle RCMP, Carlyle EMS and Carlyle Fire & Rescue, I would like to assure members of the public that the actions taken by all three groups are professional and respectful.”
“However, anonymous letters do not give us the opportunity to respond and to clarify what has or has not transpired.”
“All three groups take our duty to the public very seriously and I ask that anytime someone has a concern that they contact me at the detachment.”
911 calls
Several 911 misdials occurred this week.
Alcohol-related offences
In two separate incidents within the Town of Carlyle, two individuals were located by RCMP members and lodged in cells until sober.
In the Carlyle area, RCMP were called to assist regarding the wherabouts of an intoxicated individual.
RCMP were alerted to a possibly-impaired individual driving in Carlyle. Members investigated, but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Assault
An incidence of assault causing bodily harm in the Carlyle area resulted in one male being charged, held in custody and awaiting an appearance in court.
Assistance
Carlyle RCMP assisted Regina Police Service by apprehending and arresting two individuals regarding an assault causing bodily harm which occurred in Regina. Both individuals appeared in court in Regina and one remains in custody.
RCMP members provided assistance to the Department of Social Services.
Members assisted Carlyle EMS.
Police provided assistance to Arcola Hospital.
Break and enter
Carlyle RCMP are investigating a break and enter in Manor.
A break and enter in Carlyle is currently under investigation.
Complaint(s)
Police are currently investigating a complaint from the Manor area regarding an individual who was unlawfully in another person's residence.
Drug offences
A traffic stop led the RCMP to a residence in Carlyle where several people were charged with drug offences. They will appear in court.
Explicit material
RCMP are investigating allegations of the electronic dissemination of sexually-explicit material (“sexting”) within the detachment area.
Failure to comply
A citizen dropped an intoxicated individual off at the Carlyle RCMP detachment, due to concerns the intoxicated person was failing to comply with the conditions of their probation. This person was lodged in cells until sober.
An individual from the Antler area is charged with failure to comply with an undertaking.
Fire
Carlyle RCMP were called to a structure fire in Kisbey. Carlyle Fire & Rescue responded.
Fraud
An individual reported a possible attempted telephone fraud to the RCMP. In addition, members were alerted to another possible incidence of fraud by mail.
Harassment
RCMP are investigating an incidence of harrassment involving text messages in the Carlyle area.
Mental Health Act
The Carlyle RCMP detachment responded to a request from the University of Saskatchewan (Saskatoon) Veterinary Clinic, regarding the health of some animals in the detachment area. Members investigated and found the animals to be fine.
Members dealt with several more files under the Mental Health Act this week.
Mischief
Members are investigating an allegation of mischief in Kisbey, in which a vehicle's tires were slashed and sugar was poured in the gas tank.
Road safety
“We have received reports about motorists speeding through the school zone near Carlyle Elementary School, as well as reports that people are parking where they are not supposed to park. Both of these actions make the area around the school unsafe for children. Please obey the speed limit and be aware where you are parking, so that everybody can get to school safely.”
“And with spring, comes bike season,” adds Simons. “Anything that has wheels is considered a vehicle under the Traffic Safety Act and must follow the rules of the road – which includes obeying all traffic signs and driving or riding on the correct side of the road.”
“Please talk to your children about road safety and bike safety and lead by example.”
Theft
An incidence of theft under $5,000 from a business in Carlyle is currently under investigation by RCMP.
Traffic offences
Staff Sgt. Darren Simons says that members of the Carlyle RCMP detachment have recently witnessed erratic driving by motorists when police cruisers are nearby, with lights flashing. “I urge drivers to comply with the rules of the road and to use good driving practices such – as complying with posted speed limits and shoulder-checking – so that our roads will remain safe for everyone.”
Carlyle RCMP received a report of erratic driving. Although police did not locate the driver, the registered owner of the vehicle was advised by letter of the police and public's concerns.
Two individuals will appear in court for driving while disqualified or suspended.
A motorist was fined $280 for operating a cell phone while driving.
An individual was fined $150 for driving without a license.
Six motorists were charged for not insuring their vehicles. The fine for this offence is $580.
Members issued fines for speeding, failing to stop at a posted interesction, failure to wear a seatbelt as well various fines for non-moving traffic violations, such as tint.
RCMP responded to the report of a vehicle making unnecessary noise.
Members dealt with vehicles regarding the transport of insecure loads.
RCMP delivered a warning to the driver of an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) regarding the Off-Road Vehicle Act.
Uttering threats
A threat regarding injury to an animal resulted in charges against a person in the Carlyle area.
` A report of uttering threats which originated from the Kisbey area is currently under investigation by Carlyle RCMP.
An incidence of uttering threats in the Carlyle area is under investigation.
