The Weyburn Police Service was called to a residence last week to remove an unwanted visitor from a residence. The individual went to the residence and was asked to leave but refused, once the police arrived, they left without incident.
Constable Lisa Robertson says this is the typical result of these situations.
“Once police showed up and assisted, he left without incident. So that's what happens most often. It’s just sometimes people overstay their welcome and when police come and assist, they usually leave.”
Cst. Robertson says it's the responsibility of homeowners to be cautious of who they allow in their home, however police will assist in removing unwanted visitors.
“Be sure of who you let into your house. You know, keep your doors locked so they don't just walk in.” Cst. Robertson suggests “If you don't know them very well, I wouldn't let them in. Sometimes we do have to go back a second time. The warning doesn't work, and we have to go back.”
Intoxication is sometimes a factor in similar incidents. Cst. Robertson says in these situations they typically just need a place to sober up.
“We will sometimes remove the intoxicated person and lodge them in cells until they are sober. They're breaching the peace, so we just want to keep them safe and everybody else safe.”
They Weyburn Police Service responded to 112 calls for service last week. This resulted in twelve charges being laid, all under the Traffic Safety Act. No criminal charges were laid, though several criminal matters are under investigation.