The Biggar RCMP Detachment handled 31 occurrences this past week, including traffic incidents, neighbour disputes, and suspicious activity.
In traffic enforcement, five drivers were reminded of the rules of the road. Two collisions occurred on Highway 14 involving a 2018 Nissan Murano and a 2008 Chevrolet Equinox, both striking deer.
Neighbour disputes were reported in Perdue on 7th Street and Avenue N, while three disturbing the peace calls were made from the 100 block of 2nd Avenue in Biggar. There was also a noise complaint about campers on Main Street.
Suspicious activity was reported near Eagle Creek Park. This led to the arrest of two individuals following a brief pursuit, which started in the Radisson area and ended on Highway 376, north of Sonningdale. Arrested were 57-year-old Danton Dumont of Hafford for possession of stolen property and 24-year-old Cole Ross of Biggar for possession of stolen property and dangerous operation of a vehicle. Ross is scheduled to appear in Saskatoon Provincial Court on October 16.
In other incidents, officers responded to a complaint about an unsecured load, assisting a driver transporting a box spring on their vehicle roof. A vehicle was also stolen from 1st Avenue East, but a timely police presence resulted in a short pursuit, with the suspects abandoning the vehicle and fleeing on foot. The investigation is ongoing, focusing on local youth involved and their failure to comply with conditions.
A significant fraud case saw $18,000 lost to organized crime through scams targeting local residents. Common frauds, such as the grandparent scam or fake bail requests, have resurfaced. The RCMP is urging residents to trust their instincts and avoid engaging with these scammers. A reminder: legitimate authorities will never ask for money transfers or come to your home to collect cash. Have that conversation with loved ones to protect their finances.