The Carlyle RCMP detachment responded to several calls from Thursday, Aug. 10 to Thursday, Aug. 17.
Staff Sgt. Darren Simons of the Carlyle RCMP detachment says: “We'd like to remind motorists that if they see emergency lights or people working on the side of the highway to slow down to 60 km.”
“In addition, if a driver sees an emergency vehicle with its lights on either approaching them on the roadway or behind them, please pull over, slow down and stop.”
“Both of these actions won't take much of your time, but it could save a life.”
911 calls/False alarms
RCMP received numerous 911 calls this week, including: A call regarding a CO2 alarm, a call reporting an individual in need of medical assistance and a call from an inactive cell phone, as well as two false alarms.
“Inactive cell phones still work for calling 911. That's why it's important that you don't let children play with inactive phones.”
Abandoned vehicles
Police received reports of parked suspicious vehicles.
Alcohol-related offences
RCMP responded to a report of an impaired driver in Carlyle on Wednesday, Aug. 16. Members made patrols and the driver was arrested at 1:07 p.m.
Police responded to a report of an impaired driver in Arcola.
A minor was fined $360 and was charged with consuming and possessing an alcoholic beverage.
An individual was charged with having open alcohol in a vehicle, using a cellphone while driving and also received an inspection notice regarding the vehicle's muffler. This individual received fines totalling $640.
RCMP made patrols after receiving a report of individuals consuming alcohol in the parking lot of a Kenosee Lake business.
At Kenosee Lake, an individual received a 72-hour driving suspension.
An intoxicated individual in the Carlyle area was causing a disturbance. This person was arrested and brought to a family member by RCMP.
Police drove an intoxicated individual to a residence after this person was found walking on Hwy #9.
Members dealt with an intoxicated individual at a residence. No charges were laid.
Animal calls
Members responded to a report of a lost dog that was possibly stolen. However, they found that the dog was sheltering under a deck from extreme heat and helped to free the animal.
Members responded to the report of a cow on the loose. Police made patrols, but were unable to locate the animal.
Assistance
RCMP in Carlyle provided assistance to the Saskatchewan Penitentary by lodging individuals in cells who were undertaking family visits.
Carlyle RCMP provided assistance to Corrections Canada by monitoring an individual on parole.
Police assisted Corrections Canada regarding a parolee.
Members assisted Regina City Police by arresting an individual who had outstanding warrants.
Breach of conditions
An individual was repeatedly late reporting to police regarding their release conditions. As a result, they were charged with failure to comply with release conditions.
An individual was in breach of their release conditions, due to intoxication.
Break and enter
On Sunday, Aug. 12, between 3 and 4 a.m., a vehicle was driven into the Redvers Co-op “C” store in an attempt to gain access to the business's ATM. If anyone has any information regarding this offence, please contact the RCMP or Crimestoppers.
An ATV was stolen from a skid shack which was broken into at Moose Mountain Provincial Park. The ATV has since been located.
A break and enter at the Wawota Curling Rink was resolved by RCMP.
A report of a possible break and enter in Carlyle was determined to be unfounded. “However, we still appreciate the call.” says Staff Sgt. Simons.
Drugs
Carlyle RCMP are currently investigating drug use and possible distribution of drugs within the detachment area.
False pretenses
RCMP conducted an investigation regarding false pretenses in the Kenosee Lake area.
Found property
A wallet was returned to its owner.
A lost cell phone was turned in to Carlyle RCMP.
Harassing communications
An incidence of harassing communications was reported to Carlyle RCMP for information purposes.
Members received another report of harassing communications.
Mental Health Act
RCMP members dealt with several files under the Mental Health Act.
Mischief
Members responded to a report of a party which spilled out on to the street in Wawota.
Theft
A vehicle was stolen from Kenosee Lake and has not been found.
In Arcola, RCMP members responded to the report of an individual who filled up with gas and drove off without paying. However, members arrived to find that the individual had already returned and paid for the gas and had simply forgotten to do so previously.
Members made patrols in search of a stolen truck which might have been travelling through the detachment area.
Traffic-related offences/Collisions
A collision in Carlyle between two vehicles resulted in no injuries. One driver was charged with failing to proceed safely after stopping at a stop sign, while the other driver had no insurance.
A collision at Kenosee Lake involving watercraft resulted in damage, but no injuries.
Police located a driver involved in a hit and run.
Members responded to an incident of road rage between two people. “If you're driving and you have concerns that make you feel as though you have to follow or confront another motorist, please call the RCMP,” urges Staff Sgt. Simons. “That's our job. Even if you feel like you've got things under control, a situation where two people are unhappy with each other gets worse, not better. Please, let police handle it.”
RCMP charged the driver of a motorcycle with driving while disqualified. This individual was also accompanied by a female passenger who was not wearing a helmet.
RCMP issued several speeding tickets during this period, with fines reaching $212.
A driver was fined $100 for not displaying a registration permit.
Members issued several traffic tickets and warnings for: seatbelt violations and improper tint as well as damaged windshields, mufflers, tail lights and brake lights.
Members made patrols, but were unable to locate a reported impaired driver in Moose Mountain Provincial Park.
Uttering threats
An individual received threatening text messages, which did not result in police laying charges. However, an individual was arrested on outstanding charges from another detachment.
RCMP conducted an investigation regarding a report of uttering threats and determined it to be unfounded.
Members are investigating threats received by a business in Arcola and in a separate case, a business in Carlyle.
