The Carlyle RCMP detachment responded to a variety of calls over the holiday season between Dec. 28 and Jan. 4.
“With it being a new year we would like to request the communities’ assistance in making this a better and safer year for everyone,” Staff Sergeant Darren Simons asks. “Don’t use your cell phone while driving, don’t drink and drive, and make sure you lock your vehicles, homes, garages, and sheds.”
911 calls
There were two 911 misdials: one from Redvers and one from the Carlyle area.
Assistance
Members of the Carlyle detachment assisted Regina Police Service regarding a collision. They also assisted the Fire Department with a fire call. Carlyle RCMP also provided assistance to RCMP from British Columbia concerning a serious file by taking statements.
A child welfare case was attended to.
On a particularly cold night an intoxicated individual left a business walking home. The business called RCMP concerned with the individuals safety; the RCMP had already picked him up and took him home as on extremely cold nights they proactively keep an eye out for people in need.
Four false alarms occurred within the detachment area.
Failure to attend court
An individual failed to comply with an undertaking.
Unwanted visitors
Members received a call of an individual who was unlawfully in a residence. No charges were laid.
There was a dispute at a property in the Carlyle area, which police attended, and it was resolved.
An intoxicated individual was at a residence in the Carlyle area and they were not welcome. No charges were laid.
A person in Redvers was causing problems at a residence. The individual left when RCMP were contacted and police presence was no longer required.
Driving infractions
A case regarding driving with undue care and attention is currently under investigation.
There were three impaired driving investigations during this time: in the first no charges were laid, the second patrol was unable to locate the suspicious vehicle, and in the third case the subject was located however police were unable to prove they had been behind the wheel.
A Liquor Act file was dealt with.
Three motor vehicle insurance issues were dealt with.
An intersection related incident occurred.
There was an individual that was stopped for speeding and also given warnings for tint and mud flaps, as well as an inspection notice.
An individual driving with an obstructed licence plate was stopped.
A warning was given to someone who was unable to produce a vehicle inspection ticket.
There was an individual who was given a warning for driving left of the centre line.
An individual reported a driver who shouldn’t be driving for medical reasons. The driver was stopped, however, there were no restrictions on their licence.
An erratic driver file is currently under investigation.
A driver was stopped and found to be failing to comply with licence endorsements or restrictions.
An inspection notice was given to an individual to repair the white licence plate lights on their vehicle.
There was an individual fined $150 for driving without a licence.
Two minor collisions were reported to the Carlyle detachment during this time.
There were an abundance of speeders stopped including three high tickets of $208, $206, and $200.
Simons reminds people to keep care on the roads and to please not rush as a way to ensure everyone’s safety. He light heartedly adds, “I don’t think the heater will work better at higher speeds.”
Mischief
Damage was reported at a residence in Carlyle. It had involved an intoxicated individual, but was determined to be unfounded.
A third party had reported damage to a building. RCMP investigated and determined the report was unfounded.
Property damage reported in the Carlyle area is under investigation.
Hunting
There was a report of an individual hunting illegally in the Kisbey area. Patrols were made, but members were unable to locate the hunters.
