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Traffic stop in Estevan results in driving suspension

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ESTEVAN — Estevan police dealt with several issues on Friday.

A traffic stop resulted in the driver being given a 72-hour driving suspension after failing a standard field sobriety test. The driver also did not have a valid driver's license. His vehicle was impounded for 30 days.

The same day, an individual was arrested for theft from a local business. He was released with a January court date.

Police also attended to a disturbance in the city core in the early morning hours. Prior to police's arrival, one party involved had left the address. There was a dispute concerning the property.

Police received a report of criminal harassment. Upon review, it was found that the matter was related to a labour issue and was not criminal harassment.

Police received a second complaint in regard to a dispute over a former roommate attending a residence to retrieve property. The matter is still under investigation.

Police also received a report of an erratic driver. The license plate given by the complainant is inaccurate, and the vehicle was not located by the police.

Police received a report of a vehicle with intoxicated passengers who were yelling out the windows at pedestrians. The vehicle was located and the occupants were spoken to.

 

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