Submitted by Staff. Sgt. Darren Simons
We were in Red Serge numerous times attending Remembrance Day Services throughout our Detachment area. Members attended Services at the schools in Redvers, Manor, Carlyle, Arcola and Wawota and then on Remembrance Day itself we attended Arcola, Wawota, Kenosee, Kisbey, and Carlyle. In Carlyle we were also joined by Bombardier EATON of the Royal Canadian Artillery and Master Corporal LOBO of the Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry, both whom are stationed in Shilo. It sure was nice to have serving members of our Military join us. Bombardier EATON has family in Carlyle and our Sergeant at Arms appreciated having someone from his former Regiment attend.
We had some mailboxes broken into, however, nothing was apparently taken and we have no clues or suspects at this time.
We also had a break and enter in the rural area of Wauchope reported. This is still under investigation.
We had one individual that came home intoxicated, and began yelling at his other half. An argument ensued and apparently the dog was kicked. Due to lack of cooperation we were unable to lay charges, that said if that dog ever bites the foot that kicked it . . . well we can't charge the dog.
It appears that we have many people forget that they can not pass on a solid line. This is in itself dangerous to the offender as well as those going the other way. My question is always. "What is the rush?
So a driver was driving down the road and their truck was observed moving back and forth in the lane. When the truck went past the police vehicle going in the opposite direction the Member observed a cell phone being held against the head of the driver. The driver tried making an excuse stating they were using it for music, which unfortunately is still illegal. $280 fine.
We are having problems with people doing donuts in the Lions Park. I know "Donuts" and "Police Officers" usually go well together, but these are donuts in a vehicle causing damage to the park. We caught one young driver and provided them a warning.
We attended a False Alarm in the Carlyle area. Well it was not really "False" being that someone opened the door and set the alarm off. So it was not a Crime but was a, well, we will stick with "False Alarm"
We are investigating a former employee from the Gravelbourg area using a company credit card in our area. As much as you think your old employer owes you, don't be taking a fuel or credit card. This individual is facing charges of theft, obtain credit by fraud and possession of stolen property.
We seem to re-visit things throughout the year. For those of you who have read the report before, well, the family farm where the family does not get along. They still do not get along and now we are dealing with an alleged theft of over $100,000.00 in grain. There has to be a better way to deal with this than involve the Police, however, it does not look like this will happen.
An intoxicated individual was observed leaving the Casino and staff were concerned that he may drive and they immediately called the RCMP. We happened to have a Member in the area and located this individual trying to get into someone else's vehicle. The individual chose to not cooperate with the Member and a struggle ensued with "Pepper Spray" being deployed. This enabled our Member to quickly complete the arrest and place him into custody. This individual chose to remain combative and was subsequently charged with resisting arrest. I have been doing this job for more years than I care to admit, however, it has always been my experience that "Cooperation" goes a long way. If you choose to not cooperate you will find it counter productive.
We issued a $200 liquor ticket to an individual that was intoxicated in Town during the middle of the day.
We had a couple files involving the Mental Health Act. Members responded and calmed both situations down.
We had a "Mother / Daughter" dispute which resulted in a broken window, however, no charges.
An individual was found to be sleeping in the hospital and was asked to leave by staff and he left. This individual has become quite familiar with the Police as of late. He tends to wander, has no place to live and he has come to the attention of Estevan Police Service, Estevan RCMP and Carlyle RCMP. Unfortunately a non policing issue has become a policing issue. He was even found hitch hiking to Regina and was offered a ride by one of our Members. Let us just say I can't publish what he said or inferred but, well the Member went on his way without the individual.
We had a landlord that had a tenant skip town. He left behind some pills and we attended and subsequently brought them to our local Pharmacy for disposal. They were likely supplements or vitamins but why take the chance. Unfortunately the landlord had a mess to clean up and is missing some rent, but our community is better off without this individual around. Unfortunately our gain will be someone else's loss.
As always we find people without Registration/Insurance $580, those that choose not to stop at stop signs $230, no seatbelt $175, use or manipulate a cell phone $280, and speeders, with the most expensive ticket being $296
Warnings and Inspection notices were issued for inadequate windshield, obstructed windshield (please use a scraper or snow brush), speeding, use licence plate on wrong vehicle, obstructed licence plate, fail to wear seatbelt, inadequate day time running lights, stop sign, window tint and inadequate tail lights.
We had three collisions with deer, with Members having to attend and shoot the one deer to stop it from suffering.
Members also dealt with a couple of "well being checks" This can be a variety of situations such as checking on stranded motorists, confirming someone has heat and nourishment. Well, all kinds of calls fall under this category.
We wish to remind everyone to be aware of road conditions this time of year. It does not take long for roads to become icy and slippery. Please slow down and drive safe.
