CUT KNIFE — Cut Knife RCMP received 87 calls for service between July 6 and 12. These files include: assaults with weapons, animal calls, assaults, breach of peace, disturbing the peace, Excise Act, failure to comply with orders, frauds, Mental Health Act, mischiefs, impaired operation, other thefts under $5,000, motor vehicle collisions, sexual assault, utter threats, missing persons, information files, well-being checks and assisting other agencies and the public.
Notable files include:
On July 6, Poundmaker Security advised members that suspected gunshots had been heard in the area. RCMP attended and deployed a drone to assist in searching the surrounding area. Despite thorough ground and aerial patrols, no individuals, evidence, or signs of gunfire were located. It appears the reported shots remain as elusive as the prairie breeze.
On July 7, members attended court throughout the day. Several individuals failed to appear for their scheduled court dates. As a result, warrants have been issued for their arrests. As always, court attendance is not an optional RSVP.
On July 8, RCMP attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a vehicle near Highway 4. The vehicle fled from police and travelled toward the Grid 674 area. Members were able to obtain video evidence of the driver, and the matter remains under investigation.
On July 9, members attended a residence on Little Pine First Nation following a report of an assault with a weapon. During an altercation, the victim was struck in the head with an unknown object, causing a laceration. The victim was transported to the hospital for treatment. The suspect was later located and provided with a court appearance notice.
On July 10, RCMP received a report of a fraud involving a computer pop-up claiming the victim's device had been infected with a virus. The victim was instructed to send $30,000 to remove the alleged threat. Fortunately, no money was transferred. The victim blocked the associated phone numbers and disconnected the computer to have it professionally examined. The investigation remains ongoing. Members remind the public that legitimate technology companies rarely fix computers by demanding the price of a new pickup truck.
On July 12, members responded to a mental health-related call involving an individual expressing thoughts of self-harm. RCMP located the individual, ensured their immediate safety, and connected them with appropriate mental health resources and family support. The individual remained with family members while seeking further assistance.
In addition to the incidents listed above, members conducted 11 traffic stops, resulting in a combination of warnings, violation tickets, impaired driving investigations, and licence suspensions. Members also responded to seven mental health-related calls throughout the reporting period, continuing to work alongside community members and support services to ensure individuals receive the assistance they need.
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Persons with information about crimes being committed in the Unity / Wilkie/ Macklin/ Cut Knife/ Luseland areas are urged to call the Unity RCMP detachment at 306-228-6300; the Wilkie RCMP at 306-843-3480; the Macklin RCMP at 306-753-2171; the Cut Knife RCMP at 306-398-3500; or the Luseland Police Service at 306-372-4844. If you wish to remain anonymous, you may also call Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, or *8477 on the SaskTel Mobility Network. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $2,000 for information which leads to the arrest of person(s) responsible for any serious crime. Crime Stoppers is anonymous and does not subscribe to call display, nor are your calls traced or recorded. You can also submit a tip online at www.saskcrimestoppers.com
