The Carlyle RCMP detachment responded to several calls from Friday, Sept. 1 to Thursday, Sept. 7.
Fatality
“This week, a fatal traffic accident involving a motorcycle and a pickup truck occurred in our detachment area,” says Staff Sgt. Darren Simons of the Carlyle RCMP. “Tragically, the operator of the motorcycle passed away as a result of their injuries.”
“We have offered Victims Services to the occupants of the pickup truck.”
“This is a difficult part of the job for all emergency services as well as those who come across the scene of an accident, especially when there are injuries – and when accidents involve fatal injuries, even more so. Along with local members and local emergency responders, an RCMP member from Estevan was at the scene as well to assist with accident reconstruction. I am very proud of how our team responded, but equally sad that an individual lost their life.”
“We extend our sympathy to the family of the victim and if there is anything the RCMP can do to assist, please contact us.”
911/FalseAlarms
Two 911 calls were misdials – one the result of a child playing with the phone.
One alarm went off due to an animal being inside a building, while two alarms in Carlyle went off in error.
Animal call(s)
A member of the RCMP Traffic Division responded to a call regarding cattle running loose on a highway. The member located the owner of the livestock and the situation was resolved.
Alcohol-related offences
An intoxicated individual was arrested in Carlyle and lodged in cells until sober.
Assistance
Members provided assistance to Child and Family services this week.
RCMP members from surrounding detachments sent “at least two contingents” to British Columbia to assist with the forest fires in that province, according to Staff Sgt. Simons.
“Members from our own detachment went to assist at Pelican Narrows to help with the evacuation efforts there,” says Simons. “One of our members rescued four puppies who were abandoned as a result of the fires and they were all adopted before he returned home.”
“Several of our area traffic members went to Onion Lake to assist with a situation there. And another member went to Stony Rapids to assist in that community” he adds. “Not only are we helping out our neighbours, but our members are also gaining experiences which are invaluable to their development as police officers.”
“In some places, our members will see more in a week than they would see here in a month, so it's all excellent experience, which will only benefit our community.”
Assault
An assault in the Carlyle area in which an individual produced a firearm is still under investigation by Carlyle RCMP. One person was arrested.
An assault which occurred in the Carlyle area is still under investigation by RCMP.
Breach of release conditions/Court
Members responded to a report about an individual breaching their release conditions. This proved to be unfounded.
Three individuals did not appear in court as required and as a result, face additional charges.
Break and enter
Police are currently investigating a break-in which occurred at an Arcola business, in which the doors of the business were smashed.
Child welfare
RCMP are currently conducting a child welfare investigation within the detachment area.
Lost property
RCMP were able to return lost property to the owner. “If you find something valuable, please bring it to us and we will do our best to find the owner of the property and return it to them,” says Staff Sgt. Simons.
Mental Health Act
Members dealt with two Mental Health files this week.
Mischief
Police are currently investigating a situation in which an individual walked into a home when the owners were in residence. This person was not known to the residents of the home.
Members are investigating a report of someone sneaking into a residence in the Carlyle area.
An intoxicated individual was causing problems in a residence. Members resolved the situation.
An intoxicated individual was removed from a residence by RCMP and lodged in cells until sober.
Members charged an intoxicated person in a residence with mischief.
Theft
A vehicle reported to the RCMP as stolen was found to be repossessed.
A truck reported as stolen to the RCMP was found to be loaned to a friend of the vehicle owner.
Traffic offences/Collisions
A motorist avoided colliding with a deer, but rolled their vehicle.
A driver was fined $280 for using their cellphone while driving.
Members dealt with one motor vehicle insurance violation. The fine for this offence is $580.
RCMP issued several speeding tickets this week, with fines reaching $200.
Police dealt with several other traffic offences, including: seatbelt violations, drivers operating a motor vehicle without a valid licence and inspection tickets, including improper tint on vehicle windows.
RCMP members responded to two reports of erratic drivers within the detachment area.
Members responded to two reports of vehicles parked on the shoulder of the road.
Unlawful in a dwelling house
Members responded to a call in which an individual was alleged to be found unlawful in a dwelling house.
Uttering threats
Carlyle RCMP responded to a report of an individual uttering threats.
