ESTEVAN – A man who was wanted by police in Estevan has been arrested.
According to a news release from the Saskatchewan RCMP, members of the Winnipeg Police Service arrested Mitchel Buckle Aug. 19 on his outstanding warrant.
The RCMP says a court date for Buckle has not been confirmed. The initial RCMP news release said Buckle is from the RM of Rockwood, Man.
According to a news release from the Saskatchewan RCMP issued earlier this month, on Aug. 2 at approximately 7:45 p.m., members of the Estevan RCMP were conducting proactive patrols in Lampman. While driving, officers reportedly observed a truck, travelling at a high rate of speed, turn onto Main Street in the town.
Officers activated their vehicle’s emergency equipment and initiated a traffic stop, but the vehicle fled and failed to abide by traffic signs in the town.
As a result of continued investigation, an arrest warrant was issued for Buckle and he was charged with one count each of flight from a peace officer and dangerous operation of a motor vehicle. Both charges are under the Criminal Code.
Buckle was also wanted on warrants from the Estevan Police Service and Winnipeg Police Service.
SaskToday will have updates as they become available.
