Kindersley RCMP: No charges laid after reported abduction attempt
August 17th
At approximately 7:59 a.m., Kindersley RCMP assisted Luseland Fire Department with a reported plane crash west of Luseland. When emergency services arrived on scene, a single engine crop dusting plane crashed into an area field. The pilot sustained what were reported as serious, but not life threatening- injuries. There were no other occupants. STARS air ambulance also responded and transported the pilot to Saskatoon for further treatment. Transport Canada was called and took carriage over the investigation.
August 3rd
Kindersley RCMP responded to the report of an abduction incident at a Spray Park located on Princess Street involving a child. Officers conducted extensive patrols and continued a priority investigation and have now concluded, based on evidence collected, that no abduction attempt occurred. Kindersley RCMP is releasing this information to assure the community that no risk was identified after a fulsome investigation.
However, investigators remind parents that it’s important regularly discuss safety tips with children. Remind them to never go anywhere with someone they don’t know or trust, and to report any suspicious activity to a trusted adult as soon as possible. Kindersley RCMP would like to caution the public about posting allegations on social media and the importance of obtaining information from credible sources.
“We would like to remind the public that if they have a concern or a suspicious circumstance to report it to the police immediately. If there are public safety concerns, the RCMP will communicate this to the public,” states Staff Sergeant Kevin Peterson, Kindersley RCMP. “We would hate to see someone being falsely accused of a crime before it is properly investigated.”
August 15th
Kindersley RCMP responded to the report of a suspicious vehicle at the parking lot of a local restaurant. Investigation revealed the vehicle to be stolen and all three occupants were arrested and held for court in Saskatoon on August 16th.
If you need to report any suspicious activity in your community, please contact the Kindersley RCMP detachment by calling 306-463-4642 or their local police service. Information can also be provided anonymously through Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers by calling 1800-222-TIPS (8477) or submitting a tip online at www.saskcrimestoppers.com.