WEYBURN — The Weyburn Police Service is asking for the public’s assistance with a theft that occurred late last month.
The WPS said it received a report Feb. 23 of two trailers that had been broken into behind a Weyburn business. An investigation determined that numerous power tools and a generator were stolen. The estimated loss exceeds $10,000. The investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with information regarding these incidents, or any other matter of a criminal nature, is encouraged to contact the Weyburn Police Service at 306-848-3250, the RCMP 310-7267 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
Also on Feb. 23, in the late evening hours, police responded to a report of a highly intoxicated individual at a local hotel. Upon arrival, officers located the hotel clerk, who the WPS said was outside for her safety. Police found a man who was heavily intoxicated and unable to access his room.
As there was no responsible party available to care for him, he was arrested for public intoxication and lodged in cells until sober. Due to his behaviour during police interaction, it was determined that he could not safely remain at large.
Police responded to a concerned citizen reporting a possible break and enter in progress at a residence on Feb. 26. Upon arrival, the WPS said officers located an adult male who was extremely intoxicated and unco-operative. Following a brief struggle, the individual was taken into custody for public intoxication and lodged in cells until sober.
The WPS reported police determined there was no evidence of a break and enter; the individual appeared confused about his location and actions.
The WPS also reports its members have been attending the Weyburn Comprehensive School for walkthroughs and to have lunch with students. Visits are part of ongoing community engagement initiatives.
If parents hear about police presence in the schools, the WPS says the vast majority of the time (approximately 95 per cent) are positive, relationship-building visits intended to foster trust and familiarity between students and officers.
The WPS responded to 66 calls for service from Feb. 22 to March 1.
