The Carlyle RCMP detachment responded to several calls from Friday, Aug. 18 to Thursday, Aug. 24.
Cpl. James Barnett says members of the detachment continue to encounter motorists who do not respond to the presence of emergency vehicles with their lights and/or sirens on in a lawful manner.
“The issue is that when emergency vehicles - whether they are police, fire or ambulance vehicles - are on their way to calls with their lights and sirens on, some people are still not doing what is required of them by law.”
“It's required by law that if an emergency vehicle is travelling with its lights and siren going in either direction, drivers are required to pull over to the side of the road and stop,” says Barnett. “Not just slow down, but stop.”
“Pull over as far to the right as you can safely and stop - because emergency vehicles are often responding to a call where someone's life or personal safety is in danger and all emergency services personnel are needed to respond quickly and safely.”
Alcohol-related offences
RCMP responded to a call reporting a suspected impaired driver in Carlyle. The motorist was stopped, but was not impaired. “We appreciate these calls,” says Cpl. Barnett. “If we stop someone driving and they're not impaired, that's good. If a driver is impaired, then we need to get them off the road.”
Members issued five alcohol-related tickets this week.
Animal calls
Members responded to a complaint from Kenosee Village regarding dogs running loose. RCMP remind the public that bylaws with regards to domestic animals are in effect.
RCMP received several complaints about cattle running loose on Hwy #13.
Assault
Members responded to four reports of assault. In two instances, charges were laid. One case is still under invesigation and one was deemed to be unfounded.
Breach of trust
Carlyle RCMP members are currently investigating an alleged criminal breach of trust.
Disturbances
Police responded to two disturbance calls, one from Carlyle and one from Kenosee Lake. In both cases, no charges were laid and both cases were deemed simple misunderstandings.
Drugs
A Controlled Drugs and Substance Act (CDSA) investigation by Carlyle RCMP was cleared by charge.
False pretenses
RCMP are still investigating a situation in the Village of Kenosee in which two individuals used false pretenses. Police urge the public to know the individual and the charity to which they are donating.
Fire
RCMP assisted local fire departments at three fire calls. Two calls were structure fires in the Carlyle area and one call was a combine fire near Alameda.
Fraud
Members are still investigating a matter of internet fraud.
Mischief
Police responded to two mischief calls in the detachment area. One case - which involves damage to a residence - is still under investigation.
Theft
RCMP are currently investigating four vehicle thefts in the detachment area. Yorkton RCMP Forensic Services is also involved in the investigation. Police urge members of the public not to leave keys in their vehicles.
Traffic offences
“We have four members who make up the Traffic Unit here in Carlyle,” says Cpl. Barnett. “They are strictly dedicated to traffic enforcement in the detachment area.”
“The RCMP appreciate calls from the public reporting erratic or otherwise dangerous drivers,” he adds. “Please keep calling. And callers can further assist police by getting a full or partial licence plate number. That not only helps us find the driver, but if we get a full licence plate number, we can issue a ticket on the complainant's statement.”
Two individuals were charged for driving while disqualified.
Twenty-one speeding tickets were issued, with fines reaching $360.
Five motorists were fined $580 each for operating unregistered vehicles.
Four drivers were charged with not stopping at posted stop signs.
Police issued three seatbelt tickets.
