POLICE BEAT

Vehicle Crash in Warman Results in Numerous Charges

At approximately 4:15 p.m. on July 6th, Saskatoon Police Service advised Warman RCMP a truck involved in a theft in the city of Saskatoon was travelling into their jurisdiction. Investigation determined the truck had been reported as stolen in the city of Prince Albert on July 4.

Officers from the Martensville and Warman RCMP and Corman Park Police Service responded immediately and conducted proactive patrols along Highway 11 and 12, where the truck was last seen.

At approximately 4:20 p.m. officers received multiple reports of a vehicle driving dangerously between Martensville and Warman. Shortly after, officers received and responded to a separate report of a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Central Street and 4th Avenue in Warman.

Upon arrival, officers positively identified one of the vehicles involved in the collision as the suspect truck. Further investigation determined the adult male driver of the truck also assaulted the driver of another vehicle, in an attempt to gain access to it. Officers intervened and the suspect was arrested without incident.

The driver of the other vehicle involved in the collision reported minor injuries, which were treated at the scene.

During the arrest of the male and a subsequent search of the truck, officers located and seized 45 grams of crystal methamphetamine and 20 grams of cocaine.

29-year-old Theron Owens from Prince Albert has been charged with the following:

- one count, possession for the purpose of trafficking (cocaine), Section 5(2), Controlled Drugs and Substances Act;

- one count, trafficking (crystal methamphetamine), Section 5(1), Controlled Drugs and Substances Act;

- two counts, assault, Section 266, Criminal Code;

- one count, possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000, Section 354(1)(a), Criminal Code;

- one count, dangerous operation of a motor vehicle causing bodily harm, Section 344, Criminal Code;

- one count, robbery, Section 344, Criminal Code;

- one count, fail to comply with probation order, Section 733.1(1); and

- two counts, weapon possession contrary to order, Section 117.01(3).

Owens is scheduled to appear in Saskatoon Provincial Court on July 10, 2023. The investigation is ongoing.

LEFT: Police investigate the scene following a vehicle accident in Warman involving a stolen truck. (Facebook photo by Karey Fetter)

Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day – August 19th

The City of Martensville will be holding a Hazardous Household Waste (HHW) Collection Day on Saturday, August 19, 2023, from 9:30am to 3:30pm in the parking lot of the Martensville Sports Centre.

This event will give residents of Martensville the opportunity to dispose of a variety of hazardous household waste and chemicals that cannot be disposed of in the regular garbage or recycling collection. Improper disposal of hazardous household waste can result in contamination of the environment, including waterways and greenspaces within the City. Visit Martensville.ca, under waste and recycling for a full list of items that can be disposed of at HHW Collection Day.

Landscaping or Working on your Property this Summer?Things You Should Know

To eliminate damages to public properties, the City has created the Access to Private Property Through Open Spaces Bylaw.

Permit required - Any person or business that will be driving a vehicle or equipment over city open space to access private property are now required to apply for a permit before gaining access. A permit is also required if the work will require storage of material or equipment in an open area.

If you require access to your property through a public space, buffer or park, please contact City Hall before doing so.

Please consult the Bylaw for more information or contact City Hall if you have questions before starting your project.

July & August Council Meeting Dates

Please Note: Council Meetings may be attended in person, guests may wear a mask if desired within Council Chambers. Those still wishing to attend but would wish to do so virtually should contact the City Clerk or visit the online agenda for the link to attend.

July 18th – Regular Council Meeting

August 8th – Committee of the Whole

August 15th – Regular Council Meeting

All Meetings are located at Martensville City Hall Council Chambers - Martensville City Hall - 37 Centennial Dr. S.All meetings commence at 5 PM.

Those wishing to address or do a presentation to Council must be placed on the agenda. To be placed on the agenda please contact the City Clerk’s office at City Hall or visit the website for details.

The full Council and Committee of the Whole Schedule can be obtained at martensville.ca

Reminder to Clean-Up after Our Pets

Please be reminded to clean up after our pets on the pathways and the off-leash dog park. The mess can be potentially harmful to other pets, exposing them to parvovirus and these public spaces are for everyone to enjoy. Remember to bring along a baggy or use one of the baggy stations located along the pathways and dispose of the mess properly.

Warman RCMP Investigating Two Fatal Collisions

On July 6, 2023 at approximately 9:30 p.m., Warman RCMP received a report of a single vehicle rollover on Highway #16 near Maymont, SK.

The driver and sole occupant of the vehicle was declared deceased by EMS at the scene. He has been identified as a 59-year-old male from Edmonton. His family has been notified.

On July 7, 2023 at approximately 10:20 p.m., Warman RCMP received a report of a motorcycle rollover on Auction Mart Road, northwest of Saskatoon.

The adult male driver and sole rider on the motorcycle was declared deceased by EMS at the scene. He has been identified as a 38-year-old from Martensville. His family has been notified.

Warman RCMP continue to investigate both incidents with the assistance of a Saskatchewan RCMP collision reconstructionist.