WEYBURN – The Weyburn Police Service (WPS) responded to 90 calls for service during the period of Feb. 12 to 18, resulting in a total of 16 charges. Of the charges, four were laid under the Criminal Code of Canada and 12 under the Traffic Safety Act (TSA). Of the four criminal charges, three were in relation to individuals who either failed to comply with a condition of their release or a court order, and one was related to an incident of theft.
The past week had a heavier focus on traffic related matters, including a High Visibility Enforcement (HVE) project during the evening of Feb. 15. During the week, 12 traffic-related tickets were issued under the TSA, including three tickets and several warnings during the six-hour traffic enforcement project. Two drivers were also issued driving suspensions during the short project.
Charges that were issued under the TSA include driving without a valid license, disobeying a stop sign or traffic signal, using a cell phone while driving, and speeding. One vehicle required towing as it was found abandoned in the middle of a street and the owner could not be located or contacted.
Also during the week, the Weyburn Police received multiple complaints regarding noisy dogs or dogs at large. Some owners were spoken to and received a warning, while some other incidents are still under investigation.
Police received a complaint from a local business which reported a theft on Wednesday. Video surveillance of the store was provided and thanks to the public’s assistance on social media, an individual was identified and charged accordingly. The adult male was released with an upcoming court date.
Also on Wednesday, officers responded to a domestic disturbance involving a verbal dispute between two adults. Officers spoke to both individuals and the matter was resolved without further incident.
Police received a call from a local business who reported a theft on Friday by an individual who they have had prior incidents with. This matter is under investigation.
Of an on-going concern, increased patrols continue in an effort to reduce traffic and parking violations in school zones. Police remind citizens to be aware of posted signage in these areas and to abide by the signage for the safety of students and all pedestrians. Further, police received a complaint of a motorist driving past a school bus that had its flashing lights on and stop arm out. Video footage of the vehicle was provided and the matter is being investigated.
The Weyburn Police also responded to a variety of other calls including alarms, domestic disturbances, suspicious persons or vehicles, mental health concerns, requests to check on an individual’s well-being, harassing communications, and calls relating to animals, parking, or other bylaw concerns.
