By CHIEF ROBERT DUTTCHEN, Corman Park Police Service
Shortly after midnight on August 17, Corman Park Police Service (CPPS) responded to a broadcast on RCMP radio regarding a possible impaired driver travelling toward the RM of Corman Park on Highway 219. The vehicle was located on Highway 219 at Cartwright Street, and a traffic stop was initiated. At the roadside the officer observed several offences related to The Alcohol and Gaming Act and the Traffic Safety Act. As a result, all the occupants of the vehicle were identified. A check of police computer systems revealed one of the passengers in the vehicle was the subject of multiple arrest warrants for assault with a weapon, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, and mischief under $5,000. The individual was taken into custody and lodged in Saskatoon RCMP cells to appear before a Hearing Officer. The driver was dealt with for the Traffic Safety Act offences observed at the roadside.
During the afternoon of August 18, a CPPS Supervisor was on patrol on Range Road 3052 when he encountered a vehicle whose manner of driving raised a suspicion of impairment. A traffic stop was initiated and once stopped a demand for a breath sample into an approved screening device was made. The test resulted in a “fail” and the driver was arrested for impaired driving. The driver was transported to the Martensville RCMP Detachment where he provided two samples into a breath instrument resulting in blood alcohol concentration (BAC) results of 120 mg% and 110 mg% respectively. The accused was processed and released to the care of a responsible person with a date to appear in court.
In the early morning hours of August 19, CPPS officers responded to a manner of driving complaint broadcast by the RCMP. The vehicle was located northbound on Circle Drive East near Taylor Street where a traffic stop was initiated. The driver provided an ASD sample which resulted in a “fail.” He was conveyed to the Saskatoon RCMP Detachment where he provided two samples which were BACs of 140 mg% and 120 mg% respectively. The driver was held in cells until sober the next morning.
A CPPS member was on patrol on August 20, when he observed a female in a ditch in the vicinity of Idylwyld Drive and 51st Street. The female was identified and a records check revealed she was the subject of outstanding warrants by the Prince Albert Police Service (PAPS). After consulting with PAPS the female was furnished an Appearance Notice and conveyed to a place of safety within the city.
Later that morning, CPPS entered into an investigation regarding an encampment on the west embankment of the river. Police located a female who was the subject of nine by-law warrants. The female was served paperwork to vacate the encampment location as well as court dates for the by-law warrants. CPPS will be following up to ensure the encampment is vacated.
That evening, CPPS had the opportunity to participate in the Hamlet of Cathedral Bluffs Car Show. We were glad to show off the newest vehicle in our fleet, a 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe, complete with the new CPPS decal package that was adopted this year. The vehicle was a hit with the kids who enjoyed both the front and back seats. The car enthusiasts were impressed with the low rumble of the police engine as well. If you are looking for CPPS to attend your community event, please email our officer at police.service@cormanparkpolice.ca or call us at 306-242-8808.
On August 22, CPPS members on patrol observed fire apparatus responding into the RM. A member followed the fire trucks and arrived at a business on South Floral Road. At the scene they learned that a fire had occurred within a piece of equipment at that location. Employees reported that the fire was brought under control using extinguishers at the scene. Saskatoon Fire Department attended to ensure the fire had been fully extinguished.
Shortly after dinner on August 23, CPPS received a call regarding two naughty goats that had wandered on to a property on Township Road 382. Police advised the reporting person that they would help attempt to identify the owner but there was no facility for wayward goats in the RM. The complainant eventually wrangled the goats and identified the owner, to whom they were returned without incident. As this was the goats’ first escape, the owner was provided a warning.
Have a safe week, Corman Park.