Traffic enforcement officers in Saskatchewan will be going into overdrive Dec. 15-17 to apprehend impaired drivers.
Operation Overdrive is the second province-wide coordinated traffic safety blitz. Police agencies across the province will be participating in the two-day blitz, with some agencies operating Dec. 15-16 and others on Dec. 16-17.
Campus Safety Prevents Suicide
Just after 11pm on November 23rd, two U of S Peace Officers pulled a female subject from the railing of the University Bridge, moments before she intended to jump into the South Saskatchewan River.
Campus Safety was alerted by the Saskatoon Police Service who received a 911 that a female had gone missing from Royal University Hospital. Campus Safety responded to the area immediately and was able to track her to the bridge, where she was found straddling the edge of the railing, her attention focused on a passerby.
Officers could see she was unaware of their presence, and grasped onto her when she was in reach, which enabled them to bring her down to the walkway to safety.
The subject confirmed with Campus Safety that her intention was to jump off the bridge, and officers suggested she seek medical attention. She agreed, and was transported back to Royal University Hospital for treatment.
Keep your Vehicle Windows Clear
Campus Safety would like to remind everyone on campus to completely remove snow, ice and fog from their front, back and side vehicle windows before driving.
Keeping the peace at the big games
“Officer safety is my number one concern,” says Dave Prout, staff sergeant for the U of S Campus Safety Department. “With only a handful of special constables monitoring several thousand fans, situations like this can be very challenging.”
Prout is referring to Campus Safety’s role in policing Griffiths Stadium during Husky football home games. “We bring in extra staff just for these events so we can be present at the stadium and still maintain a full complement of on campus peace officers to take care of the day-to-day duties on campus.”
Update – East Side Indecent Exposures – Request for Public Assistance (re#636,659)
The Saskatoon Police Service is investigating 14 incidents of indecent exposure believed to be committed by the same male suspect, which have occurred on the City’s east side since mid June, the most recent occurring October 5, 2011.
“Know Your Safety” Contest
Campus Safety and the USSU want to test your knowledge of safety services on campus by offering a contest for an $800 credit at the Campus Computer Store.
Bicycle Thefts on Campus – Two Youths Arrested
Campus cyclists are reminded to take care of their bicycles after several thefts already this summer. Additionally, campus users are asked to continue to be vigilant when witnessing suspicious behaviour on campus.
Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) Course Dates
Upcoming RAD dates for 2011 and 2012 have been posted at http://www.usask.ca/campussafety/education/rad.php.
Physical Confrontation at PAC
Officers responded to a physical confrontation at the PAC Building on Tuesday, June 21st 2011, between 10:00pm and 11:00pm. During the time of the incident, hostilities extended from inside the building, out into the parking lot.
Campus Safety is looking for assistance from any individuals who may have been in or around the area at the time of this incident who can provide more details of the events surrounding this incident.
If you have any information with regard to this, or other incidents on campus, please call 966-5555 or come in person to 72 Campus Drive.
Edwards School of Business Survey
We ask that faculty, staff and students of the Edwards School of Business participate in the Crime Perception Survey for their building, currently available at: https://survey.usask.ca/survey.php?sid=25099
This survey will help Campus Safety evaluate areas in ESB that are perceived as unsafe and make recommendations on how to increase safety in the building.