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WPS Recap: Safety is everyone's responsibility
The Weyburn Police Service (WPS) received 91 calls for service last week. Here are some of the highlights: Putting public safety first WPS members were extremely busy responding to numerous public safety concerns involving fallen or unstable trees during the late-week wind storm. Even without a current photo of a man wanted for assault including choking and breach of conditions, the public assisted the WPS in the arrest of 25-year-old Jordan Ganzar, who was considered dangerous. A young person visiting Weyburn learned the hard way not to conceal a weapon, especially if it's already illegal. Related stories: There to help in the storm: Weyburn Police Service Youth arrested for possession of sawed off rifle Safety was key in arrest of wanted man: Weyburn Police Service You never know who's watching The WPS was able to use witness statements and video footage of the perpetrators of two crimes last week. In one incident, it was a semi-truck driver who hit a power pole and then fled the scene. In the other, it was a random act of violence at a local drinking establishment. Related stories: Eye-witness, video confirm semi-truck driver hit power pole, fled without reporting Victim sent to hospital after unprovoked attack Wrong place, right time Last week, members of the WPS were able to ensure certain people were taken where they needed to be. One person was acting suicidal in public, while another pair was arrested for simply being together at the same location. WPS catch duo breaching no-contact orders during routine search 'Hopefully they're getting the care they need': Mental Health Act arrest