From May 1 to May 7, 2020 inclusive, there were 104 calls for service related to COVID-19 for RCMP officers in Saskatchewan:
·33 complaints of social gatherings of over 10 people;
·13 complaints of people failing to self-isolate when allegedly required to do so;
·58 other COVID-19 related complaints.
Additionally, one charge was laid, in the Northern district of the province. The Public Health Order is still in place and the RCMP continues to work closely with Saskatchewan Health authorities to investigate any potential violations of the Order.
Since March 1, there have been 1,379 occurrences related to COVID-19 and four charges have been laid.
The information above tells just one part of the story of how the Saskatchewan RCMP is committed to keep communities safe.
Officers continue to respond to all calls for service and detachments are open with physical distancing restrictions in place.
The weather will be improving across the province; however, we must all continue do our part, from members of the public to police officers and beyond, to slow the spread of COVID-19.
This includes continuing to stay home, refraining from gathering in groups over 10 and maintaining a distance of two metres or more.
