ESTEVAN — An Estevan man is facing four charges after he was arrested during a traffic stop.
According to the Feb. 7 report from the Estevan Police Service (EPS), the 29-year old was arrested for impaired driving following a traffic stop in south Estevan. A search of the vehicle was conducted and a loaded firearm was located in the backseat.
The EPS says the driver was charged with operation of a motor vehicle while impaired, operation of a motor vehicle while over .08, careless use of a firearm and unsafe storage of a firearm. He was later released and will appear in court in April to speak to the charges.
EPS members conducted safety compliance checks at several local bars on Feb. 7. Employees at each location were reminded about the dangers of overserving customers and to ensure all customers are old enough to attend the establishment.
Several compliance checks were conducted on individuals bound by court ordered conditions. All were found to be complying.
A reported scam phone call was received Feb. 6 in which the caller advised the intended victim of a $7.5 million windfall, but the caller needed to purchase a $100 gift card and provide the numbers to the caller to claim the prize. No personal information or money was lost through the attempted scam.
A report of theft of merchandise from a local hardware store was received. According to the EPS, approximately $2,000 worth of items were stolen. The investigation is ongoing.
A report of harassing communications on social media is being investigated.
A 48-year-old man was arrested and charged with failing to comply with conditions of his release. The EPS said he was later released and is scheduled to appear in court in March to speak to the new charge.
A 40-year-old woman was transported to the police station via taxi as the EPS said she was grossly intoxicated and unable to communicate with the driver. Members determined her identity and turned her over to family members, who were willing to assume responsibility for her well-being.
EPS received a complaint regarding a landlord-tenant dispute. The matter is civil in nature, but the EPS said members mediated the situation by providing information to both parties on how to proceed legally.
Police were dispatched to the Pleasantdale area for a reportedly intoxicated man who had fallen and appeared to be having trouble standing up. EPS members attended and determined he had a companion who was taking him home and was capable of ensuring his well-being.
Members were dispatched to Mel Murray Cactus Park for a report of three vehicles driving in a manner that could cause damage to the grounds. The vehicles were located a short time later and the EPS said all drivers were warned of their actions. No damage to the grounds was noted.
While on patrol, EPS members located an intoxicated 21-year-old man sleeping outside a liquor establishment. He was arrested for public intoxication and was lodged in cells until sober.
Police were dispatched to a residential area for a reported vehicle theft. The EPS said an investigation determined that a friend of the owner had taken the vehicle and no theft had occurred. No further police involvement was required.
A school bus driver reported a vehicle failed to halt while the stop arm and lights were activated on Feb. 5. The matter is under investigation and the EPS reminds the public that when approaching a school bus from any direction, motorists are required to stop until the equipment is deactivated.
Police were called to a central city apartment building regarding a dispute between neighbours. Members were able to mediate a resolution with those individuals. While on scene, a third tenant was overheard to be causing a disturbance and was spoken to about the noise bylaw.
EPS members attended to a local hotel about an assault. On arrival, it was determined that two guests were arguing over personal property. Police mediated a resolution.
An attempted STARS Air Ambulance lottery scam was reported to the EPS in which the intended victim was advised they won a lottery but needed to buy a gift card and provide the numbers to win the prize. No personal information or money was provided to the caller and the matter remains under investigation. The EPS reminds the public that lottery winners are never required to provide money to claim their prize and that this type of attempted scam occurs frequently.
