Police report

RCMP in Fort St. James investigated 57 files around the long weekend.

  • Apr. 5, 2013 11:00 a.m.

RCMP in Fort St. James investigated 57 files around the long weekend.

Crime reduction checks resulted in six charges against prolific offenders, three of whom were remanded into custody until they could appear in court.

There were two sexual assaults reported on April 1, one in Yekooche and one in Fort St. James.

RCMP have identified suspects in both cases and will be recommending charges in both cases. The Fort St. James incident resulted in an arrest and charges of assault and sexual assault have been recommended.

RCMP reported both incidents occurred in situations where there was drinking to excess and they warn people to make plans to keep themselves safe if they know are going to be in heavy drinking situations.

It is also important for people to remember sexual activity requires consent and consent is not obtainable if a person is unconscious or severely intoxicated.

There were also six abandoned 9-1-1 calls, which require extensive police resources to follow up to ensure they are false alarms.

If you accidentally dial 9-1-1, it is important the caller remains on the line and can confirm with the dispatcher there is not an emergency or else the RCMP may show up on your doorstep.

 

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