BATTLEFORDS - Battlefords RCMP report there were a total of 633 incidents they responded to between March 30 and April 6, in the latest crime report.
This includes:
- 96 property crimes
- 27 crimes against a person
- 11 reports of stolen vehicles, 10 of which have been recovered
- four reports of missing people, all of which have been located
- 15 foot patrols were conducted
Of the 633 occurrences, 385 were in the city of North Battleford, and 248 were in the rural area, including the town of Battleford.
Investigators ask anyone with information about these incidents, or any other crime, to call the Battlefords RCMP at (306)-446-1720 or 911 in the case of an emergency. Information can also be submitted anonymously by contacting Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.saskcrimestoppers.com.
Anti-bullying month:
The Battlefords RCMP Crime Prevention & Victim Services Unit’s focus of the month is anti-bullying. Bullying has no place in our schools, communities, or online spaces. The Battlefords RCMP stands united against bullying in all its forms and is committed to fostering a safe, respectful environment for everyone. They urge students, parents and community members to speak up, support one another and report bullying when they see it. If you are being bullied or see someone who is, report it to a teacher, coach or trusted adult.
"Together, we can create a culture of kindness, inclusion and accountability," the RCMP said in their report. "Let’s work as one to stop bullying before it starts."
Community partners:
Battlefords Citizen on Patrol Program (COPP) members conducted five hours of patrol during this time-frame, covering 537 blocks during their patrols. If you are interested in becoming a COPP member, visit the City of North Battleford website or the Town of Battleford website.
Note: The Battlefords RCMP statistics provided are from the RCMP records management system and are accurate as of the day they were collected. Crime statistics are regularly updated due to changes in reporting procedures, changes in ongoing investigations, etc. As a result, the statistics may differ from previous or future published reports.
