Please note all information below occurred within the time period above, unless otherwise noted.
Saskatchewan RCMP - Your Provincial Police Service
Investigative Recap
March 6: Saskatchewan RCMP's La Ronge Crime Reduction Team asking public to report whereabouts of wanted male
March 6: Saskatoon RCMP investigation fatal collision
March 9: Officers from the Saskatchewan RCMP's Meadow Lake Crime Reduction Team were conducting proactive patrols in Meadow Lake. Officers conducted a traffic stop on Highway #4 at approximately 2:45 p.m. Investigation determined the driver of the vehicle, who initially provided a false name to police, was wanted on a warrant from Meadow Lake RCMP for driving with a suspended license and failing to appear in court. During subsequent investigation, they located and seized approximately 280 grams of cocaine, approximately 174 grams of crystal methamphetamine, approximately one gram of fentanyl, a knife, ammunition, trafficking paraphernalia and cash in the vehicle. Officers arrested the adult male driver and adult female passenger.
45-year-old Christopher Blyan from Meadow Lake and 28-year-old Skye Campbell from Cold Lake, AB are each charged with charged with:
- three counts, possession for the purpose of trafficking, Section 5(2), Controlled Drugs and Substances Act; and
- one count, possession of property obtained by crime, Section 354(1)(a), Criminal Code.
Blyan is also charged with one count, resist/obstruct peace officer, Section 129(a), Criminal Code. Campbell is also charged with one count, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, Section 88(2), Criminal Code.
They are scheduled to appear in Meadow Lake Provincial Court on March 11, 2024.
March 9: Southend RCMP received a report of a fire at the hockey arena in Southend. Officers immediately responded and assisted at the scene. The building was destroyed. Initial investigation has determined the fire may be suspicious in nature. Southend RCMP continue to investigate. Anyone with information should contact the Southend RCMP at 306-758-5670. Information can also be submitted anonymously by contacting Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.saskcrimestoppers.com.
March 10: Warman RCMP held a proactive traffic safety check stop on Highway #11 between Warman and Osler, and also conducted proactive traffic patrols in Warman and Martensville.
250 vehicles were stopped during the safety initiative.
Officers issued 20 tickets for offences like cellphone use and speeding, and one notice for a vehicle to be inspected for an observed deficiency. Officers completed 15 approved screening device tests, resulting in one driver having their license suspended for using cannabis before driving.
Battleford RCMP and the Dalmeny Police Service assisted with the check stop and patrols.
"We thank motorists for their patience as we conducted this proactive traffic initiative," says S/Sgt. Jason Teniuk from the Warman RCMP. "We also thank the many drivers we observed being mindful of regulations – obeying speed limits, using seatbelts and driving without distraction. We'll continue these proactive initiatives to help encourage road safety."